The Trotsky (2010)

I like the storyline of this show,it attract me so much

There is, somehow, an interesting story here, as well as some good acting. There are also some good scenes

All of these films share one commonality, that being a kind of emotional center that humanizes a cast of monsters.

Through painfully honest and emotional moments, the movie becomes irresistibly relatable

I watched "The Trotsky" for Jay Baruchel and I'm not disappointed - his acting is great. He's funny and smart at the same time and he can deliver these qualities in a pretty good way. This is a strong side of that movie but here's a weak one - the scenario is too flat and too overextended.Idea is pretty simple, movie could be more hilarious and less pretentious but director lost that chance. There isn't a lot of political stuff because story focused mostly on one guy, his behavior and way of thinking, which is very well-played by Jay Baruchel.For me, as Russian, all that pseudo-Soviet stuff in the movie is okay however there's just a small bunch of real Soviet artifacts with no any meaning or explanation to watcher and I wonder if they can decode what all these songs or posters or radio voiceovers mean.

By no means should one watch this film expecting a display of artistic profundity. For preventive measures, I should go so far as to even warn the observant and diligent viewer that one shouldn't expect even a modestly refined film here. As it does, effectively, preserve those prevalent formulaic variables of film which aficionados have come to despise so vehemently: the typical roller coaster relationship; the target objective that always seems so very far away, yet somehow the protagonist manages to overcome those countless obstacles and succeed; the strained relationship that concludes so predictably. It gets very tiresome, and, frankly, in the book of any wise movie goer these should stand out as the trademarks of ineptness. Nothing great has earned that title by conforming well to established routines and expectations--one would believe a film inspired by Trotsky would understand this much.Nonetheless, this hardly makes the film less enjoyable, just not well disposed to reside amongst the ranks of the truly memorable. If one is disposed to counter-culture as I am, then one should not hesitate to watch this film, despite its many shortcomings one will laugh often and maybe even discover some relatable experiences therein. Treat this film as a variant of the common mass-produced comedy with a twist in the favor of those of a progressive nature.

"It's over. I'm not it. I'm not the man for the job."The Trotsky came out of absolutely nowhere. I don't even know how it appeared on my radar, but I'm glad that it did. It's quite the little gem. It's the story of a teenager (named Leon) from Montreal who believes he is the reincarnation of the Marxist leader Leon Trotsky, and believes that his life will follow that of his predecessor exactly. Right down to exile, relationships, and even cause of death. He finds his "great cause" in the plight of the students at the public high school that his father sends him too, and puts all his energy into forming a union for them.I found myself getting swept up into Leon's struggle against youth apathy very quickly, because he's such a likable character. Jay Baruchel plays him with his typical neurotic performance, but it works. You don't know how seriously to take him at first, but Leon believes so deeply in who he claims to be and what he's doing, that it's easy to let your disbelief go and just roll with it all. All the characters are pretty great, actually, and most of my enjoyment of the movie came from their interactions with each other.So yeah, I'm recommending The Trotsky wholeheartedly. Don't immediately write it off if you have no idea who Leon Trotsky is. It's just a very likable comedy, and it puts a fresh spin on the "high school movie". I enjoyed it.

I have always appreciated movies that make a point to acknowledge their setting. In English speaking Canada, some movies seem to always eschew the fact that they are filmed in Toronto, Vancouver, Winnipeg, so on so forth.Instead they present some kind of vague, anonymous city, which could be ANY city (the reason I know for example if a movie is shot in Toronto, is by the colour of the streetcars or buses, or a badly disguised landmark, as was the case with the recently released flick "Repo Men" with Jude Law). Many other times Canadians cities are made to pass as American cities. While in some movies the setting/background is left vague on purpose, according to the script, storyline etc., that is alright, but other movies that go out of their way, the saddest of which are some Canadian movies/TV series themselves, to disguise the fact that they are shot in Canadian locations, is just infuriating and stupid. If it is an American production making a Canadian city pass for an American one, that is fine, they have to do that, but Canadian productions doing that is wrong.That is not the case with Quebec. The Quebecois are proud (maybe too proud) of their culture, and they don't shy away from showcasing it. They don't disguise their cities. Case in point, this movie.As much as it is a funny, quirky and introspective boy-to-man/coming-of-age tale, make no mistake, "The Trotsky" is also an ode to Montreal in particular and Canada in general. Anybody familiar with Montreal will instantly recognize the passionate homage paid to the city not only by the movie and its protagonist, Jay Baruchel, but also the entire look, feel and atmosphere. It is not an in your face, hammer over the head thing, but a succinct and implied tribute to the city and culture.The movie itself was an original and refreshing relief from the incessant wave of mediocrity washing constantly upon people's brains, waves generated by the current pop-corn summer blockbusters. The film is touching and introspective at times, but also funny and fun to watch throughout. Jay Baruchel manages to once again project that hapless, but doggedly determined, sweet, vulnerable, smart and in his own way, brave persona. He also did it in the "She Is Out Of My League" a good and decent comedic effort that came out earlier this year.If you want to have a good time, learn something, laugh and forget about your trouble for awhile, then this movie is one to see! I got to admit that at times Jay Baruchel does bear some resemblance with Trotsky himself. Oh and by the way, the interaction between Baruchel and Saul Rubinek (who plays his father in the movie) is just hilarious but also touching! A good viewing in my book!