directed by Roger Donaldson
Don’t you need a relaxing comedy from the 80s? I do. So hoping you do as well, I’m recommending you “Coctail”. We get to know Brian (Tom Cruise), a young man who decides to find a job. Everyone likes having food, right? Unfortunately, as much has he hopes to start doing some big business, it’s difficult for him without having finished any studies. That is why Brian takes up a job as a bartender. There, he meets an older colleague, Doug (Bryan Brown), who becomes his teacher and very good buddy. Both men are very much liked by clients, especially for their flairing skills (all those tricks that bartenders do to entertain us). However, at some point those two start competing and, as you may be guessing, it’s all because of women. If I tell you more, you’ll end up knowing the whole plot, so I’ll stop here. As I said, it’s a very simple comedy, perfect for a lazy Saturday, because even if you look away for some time, you’ll still get the point anyway. I guess I like this film because of what I know about its background. The story is actually based on a semi-autobiographical novel and the author, Heywood Gould, used to work as a bartender himself. He met a lot of different people who were sharing similar ambitions as the main character of the book, yet still searching for their purpose in life while dealing with the reality. And I guess this is what this film is about – no matter what you do or where you work, it’s important to find the answer to the question “who am I?” and stick to it. Also, it’s a lovely story about growing up and realising what your priorities in life are. Or maybe it’s about letting everything be and just going with the flow. Watch “Coctail” and decide yourselves. Adorable young Tom Cruise guaranteed.
My rating: 6/10
S.
I have nothing to watch 