I saw this film on 21st January at Stratford Picture House
The hero of this film is a professional firer; he travels around the US telling people they have lost their jobs. Like Albert Pierrepoint the hangman, Ryan does his job as well and mercifully as possible. He also thrives on his never-stay-in-one-place lifestyle. Then, enter the efficiency experts. The characters are somewhat one-dimensional; the plot is almost predictable; the satire on the portayed way of life is more shallow than subtle and the overall message is fairly well worn. All the same, George Clooney portrayed Ryan very well and Vera Formiga's Alex was entertaining. Altogether I found the film very enjoyable although not great.
Up in the Air had been nominated for a BAFTA award, but the Stratford audience numbered five, including myself, a rather disappointing turnout.
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