Just Before I Go (2014)
Rated R
Starring Seann William Scott, Olivia Thirlby, Garret Dillahunt, Kate Walsh, Rob Riggle,
Directed by Courtney Cox
The Story:
Ted (Scott) has had enough of his life, so he decides that he wants to end things. However, before he can do that, he wants to go back home and face those that he feels are responsible for how he turned out, whether it's his least favorite teacher, the school bully, or his own family. However, with Greta (Thirlby) wanting to document the end of his life as he faces each encounter, things don't go as well as he planned, and things begin to get complicated.
This dramedy from first-time director Cox brings a talented cast to tackle some very serious issues with a touch of lightness and humor.
Scott does his best to make Ted about as far away from Stifler as he can, and you empathize with his plight and wonder if/when he will realize that suicide is never a good option, or if he will succumb to his demons and we are witness to his final moments on earth.
It's a big and talented cast surrounding Scott, each with their own storyline to juggle and make him seem like the sanest character in the film.
The cast and storyline was engaging enough to keep me entertained. There were some things here and there that could have been stronger and made this a better/more memorable film when all is said and done.
There are some parts that are almost too over-the-top to believe and often work against the overall flow of the film.
That said, it was still entertaining, and I'm glad I got a chance to see it.
Final Grade: B-
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