Andrew Largeman (Zach Braff) returns to his hometown for the funeral of his clinically depressed mother, a journey that reconnects him with some of his past friends. Because the trip coincides with his decision to stop taking his powerful antidepressants, he also begins to reconnect with himself. A chance meeting with Sam (Natalie Portman), a girl also suffering from various maladies, opens up the possibility of rekindling emotional attachments, confronting his psychologist father, and perhaps beginning a new life.
Andrew returns to his hometown for the funeral of his mother, a journey that reconnects him with past friends. The trip coincides with his decision to stop taking his powerful antidepressants. A chance meeting with Sam - a girl also suffering from various maladies - opens up the possibility of rekindling emotional attachments, confronting his psychologist father, and perhaps beginning a new life.
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...Simply amazing just watch it and see for yourself.Score: 5/5
GREAT movie and KILLER soundtrackI remember seeing the trailer for GS and thinking, "Wow! Zach Braff if really doing his thing!" As a HUGE Scrubs fan, I love ZB's comedic talent and so at the advice of a friend, I checked the movie out at the theater and boy was I not disappointed! This movie suprised me on all levels. At times hilariously quirky, endearingly sweet and romantic with some shades of true human emotion and drama with an AMAZING soundtrack as a backdrop to help tell the story. I alternated between laughing hysterically and tearing up during parts of this movie. B/NP are brilliant together (have MAD love for the gorgeously talented NP) and just soo sweet together. And the supporting cast are just as good! I thoroughly enjoyed this film and I applaud ZB with his directorial debut with such a brilliant and charming film. And thanks to him, I was luckily introduced to some amazing artists like Frou-Frou (LOVED the ending song), Iron and Wine, Zero 7, Thievery Corporation, The Shins, Nick Drake and Cary Brothers. After the film I immediately went and bought the soundtrack and it's in heavy rotation in my ITunes list. Definitely worth checking out both the movie and the soundtrack!.Score: 5/5
.I can not stress to you enough how much you need to witness this masterpiece. People say all the time that a movie has changed their life. But I, and thousands of others, can say that about Garden State and genuinely mean it. If you have not seen this movie, please do so now. You will be a better person by the time it's over..Score: 5/5
Love this movie!Just aweomse!.Score: 5/5
Amazing FillumI get goosebumps watching the preview, as it reminds me of how amazing this movie is. It is not for everyone, but those who like it fall in love with a movie that you can re-watch over and over again..Score: 5/5
Great movieGreat story! and really good!!.Score: 5/5
Hey you,THIS IS THE BEST MOVIE EVER..Score: 5/5
Great MovieActors don't seem over-the-top and a real heart-warming story about growth, redemption, love, death, and what it means to be alive! One of my favorite movies purchased so far and seen in my life time..Score: 5/5
The Trailer is PerfectI hate when trailers completly ruin a movie by put the funniest parts, i mean this trailer doesnt tell us anything about is, but by the trailer you can tell is an outstanding movie and i want to see it! Simply perfect!.Score: 5/5
An Excellent Directing Debut by Zach BraffI greatly urge anyone reading this not to rent this movie via itunes, blockbuster, etc. BUY IT. Once you watch this movie, you'll want to watch it again and again. Everything about this movie is absolutely brilliant and I couldn't recommend it anymore than I already do.Score: 5/5
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Sometimes Life Starts at 30Once, maybe twice in a lifetime there is a movie that is in perfect harmony with one’s own life. A film that reflects the audience just as clearly as it reflects the truth in a puddle of mud. If I could put my life, my messy insides down on paper or cast it to a film I like to think it would be exactly the same as the film. This film comes to a messy but realistic ending (sort of). Now it’s my turn. This film is brilliantly written, cast, and scored! I think in the past 29 years of watching films there has been no film quite like this, and I am sure this jewel will not easily be copied. Zach Braff did an excellent job in his dual role of writer & director, and Lawrence Sher nailed every shot as cinematographer. This script was based on his own childhood and early career and although written while Braff was in college, you can see great depth and understanding of characters and the world around him. Portman’s portrayal of an addictive, mysterious and completely adorable character is smash on, and shouldn’t go unnoticed. Sometimes people just wake up from coma’s. Sometimes life starts at 30, and sometimes old friends are just what we need. Though this movie ‘mumbles’ a little bit, I see that as a metaphor, not as a draw back. End the end I say watch, and find your way out of the dark..Score: 5/5
One of the bestBy far one of my favorite movies. Too often such independent films will remain unnoticed despite their immense value. My hope is that Garden State will not be one of them. A movie you can relate to, to the characters, the storyline and so on. Zach Braff is a genius, and of course the cast is stellar (Saarsgard, Portman...). LOVE LOVE LOVEEEEE IT !!! Buy the movie or at least rent it, but you MUST buy the soundtrack, it'll change your life....Score: 5/5
It's so amazing here.I can't think of a better directorial debut in recent years than Zach Braff's "Garden State". This is a very personal film, for both Braff himself and for the audience who watches it. While a little slow moving at times, in terms of story and action, the brilliant cinematography and direction never causes the movie to be boring or hard to watch. And of course, if you haven't already heard the phenominal soundtrack, go buy it and listen to it straight through. This film should be praised and enjoyed over and over, because it is honestly, so amazing..Score: 5/5
Great film :)One of those off-beat films that you either dislike, or really love. i would suggest watching it at least once, as regardless of your feelings about the storyline the soundtrack will not fail to leave you feeling you've experienced something..Score: 4/5
One of my favourite movies of all time!Zach Braff did an incredible job directing, writing, and acting in this..Score: 5/5
You don't know what you're missingTo be honest, I was not sure what to expect from this movie. Reviews were good but it's nothing compare to the joy you get to watch that last scene. The movie might seem slow at first but it'll grow on you pretty quickly. Trust me you won't be disappointed by this movie..Score: 5/5
WretchedAn absolute bore. I usually don't take the time to comment on movies I've rented here, but there haven't been many movies where I've been so thoroughly disappointed on every level. Horrible acting (to use kind words), an even worse script, and forced and cheap jokes that may not even appeal to 13 year old boys.Score: 1/5
I want my money backThe trailer seemed to be really good, but as the movie went on, it just lost me with bad script. The end result is just disappointing....Score: 1/5
Excellent MovieI feel like Zach Braff in this movie, I've no idea where home is and always felt like this, It reflects life perfectly,.Score: 5/5
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