The Magic of Belle Isle is a heartwarming film that showcases the beauty and power of storytelling. The trailer begins with a glimpse of a peaceful and idyllic lakeside town called Belle Isle. The tranquil atmosphere instantly draws the viewers in and sets the stage for an enchanting tale. Morgan Freeman plays the character of Monte Wildhorn, a famous novelist who has lost his passion for writing. He moves to Belle Isle for the summer, hoping to find inspiration and reignite his creativity. Despite his initial reluctance, Monte soon becomes part of a tight-knit community that includes a single mother, her three daughters, and their dog.
Magic of belle isle trailer
Trailer for Rob Reiner's The Magic of Belle Isle starring Morgan Freeman, Virginia Madsen. The Magnolia Pictures release which reunites Freeman with the helmer of The Bucket List, hits VOD on June 1st, followed by a theatrical release on July 6th. In The Magic of Belle Isle, Freeman plays Monte Wildhorn, a famous Western novelist whose struggle with alcoholism has sapped his passion for writing. He takes a lakeside cabin for the summer in picturesque Belle Isle, and befriends the family next door—an attractive single mom (Virginia Madsen) and her young daughters—who help him find inspiration again. Guy Thomas scripts the pic produced by Lori McCreary, Alan Greisman and Reiner, while Martin Shafer, Liz Glotzer and Jared Ian Goldman served as executive producers.
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Despite his initial reluctance, Monte soon becomes part of a tight-knit community that includes a single mother, her three daughters, and their dog. The trailer showcases the charming interactions between Monte and the young girls as they form a special bond over their shared love for storytelling. Monte becomes their mentor, encouraging and guiding them in their writing endeavors.
Watch: Morgan Freeman in Rob Reiner's 'Magic of Belle Isle' Trailer
"Most times, real life doesn't measure up to what's in our heads, but every now and then it comes pretty close." Magnolia has debuted the trailer via Apple for the latest charming Rob Reiner film The Magic of Belle Isle, starring Morgan Freeman as a famous Western novelist whose struggle with alcoholism has sapped his passion for writing, but he moves to a small rural town called Belle Isle and reignites his passion thanks to a woman, Virginia Madsen, and her three kids. The cast also includes Kenan Thompson, Madeline Carroll and Fred Willard. This looks as delightful as any old timer Morgan Freeman flick can.
Watch the first official trailer for Rob Reiner's The Magic of Belle Isle, in high def from Apple:
In an effort to tap into his original talent, a wheelchair-bound author (Morgan Freeman) moves to a rural town, where he befriends a single mother and her three kids, who help to reignite his passion for writing.
The Magic of Belle Isle is directed by Oscar nominated filmmaker Rob Reiner, of many great films like This Is Spinal Tap, Stand by Me, The Princess Bride, When Harry Met Sally, A Few Good Men, The Story of Us, Rumor Has It, The Bucket List and Flipped. The screenplay was written by Guy Thomas (Wholly Moses!). Magnolia Pictures is releasing The Magic of Belle Isle in limited theaters starting on July 6th this summer.
7 Comments
WOW! This is a summer film?they should have released this in the fall. looks good though.
jah p on Apr 11, 2012
Looks pretty good. I've had a crush on Virginia Madsen ever since I saw Hot to Trot as a kid.
grimjob on Apr 11, 2012
Well that was a nice movie, what is Rob Reiner going to make next?
HarryFiddleSticks on Apr 11, 2012
Zeus on Apr 11, 2012
Nah, I'll wait to see Morgan Freeman in Dark Knight Rises. This film looks as bad as Green Lantern.
Kyle Robinson on Apr 12, 2012
I liked him in grumpy alcoholic mode, it's only in films that people appear to transform like that. Before I watched this, I was going to make a joke about Freeman being the only elderly black man in the universe, but he is a great actor, so I can see why he gets all the roles.
Crapola on Apr 13, 2012
Just saw the movie. It will not disappoint. Ron Reiner and the great cast bring it.home.
Desertlaine on Jun 3, 2012
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The Magic of Belle Isle – will Morgan Freeman see red?
Morgan Freeman has spent much of his career trying to convince us that there's more to him than the wise, soulful old-timey persona he sometimes peddles. And for the most part he's failed. No matter what roles he takes, he's still known as the wise, soulful old-timey prisoner from The Shawshank Redemption, the wise, soulful old-timey policeman from Seven, the wise, soulful old-timey God from Bruce Almighty and the wiser, more soulful, old-timier God from Evan Almighty. But enough is enough. Morgan Freeman is determined to make his next character as unsympathetic as possible. Yes, this will happen in a film called The Magic of Belle Isle – which is just about the soggiest, mimsiest, most awful-sounding film title in the history of cinema – but try to forget that. Morgan Freeman really does play quite the badass in it. Here's the trailer for proof.
1) In The Magic of Belle Isle, Freeman has a great big checklist of rage to draw from. He has a physical disability. He lives in the dark. He's prone to voicing his impotent frustration by bellowing wordless screams at the sky. The message is clear: this is not your average Morgan Freeman film.
2) Plus he's an alcoholic given to drinking at his window in a show of desperate self-flagellation, something he notably didn't do at any point during the narration of March of the Penguins.
3) As if we needed any more reason to be depressed, Freeman's character happens to be a novelist on the wane. This sheet of paper reading "GET ME A DRINK" represents his most recent work, and it's unlikely to do as well as past efforts of his like "I'M QUITE HUNGRY" and "PASS ME THAT THING OVER THERE". No wonder he's such a hopeless case.
4) But the makers of The Magic of Belle Isle don't seem to be making the same film as Freeman. Look, his character can't be all bad, because they've given him a cute little dog. But, in an act of supreme sabotage, Freeman ensures that all the dog does is watch him passed out in his wheelchair, waiting for the day he dies so it can feast on his face.
5) So the film-makers suggest that Freeman volunteers in the community by playing video games against teenagers with learning difficulties. But Freeman is sly to this swerve for schmaltz, too – just to reinforce the deadening uselessness of his life even more, Freeman makes sure that he just uselessly waggles a PlayStation controller while his companion plays what appears to be an Xbox game. This is a subtle yet devastating visual trick. Or a production cock-up. But probably the first one.
6) This is when the film-makers go for broke. Look! Cute kids! They'll lighten things up! But Freeman is having none of it. Regardless of anyone's efforts, his character's life is a grim parade of disappointment and desolation. Darkness will always prevail.
7) So, forlornly, the film-makers make one last desperate move. They throw in Virginia Madsen as a plucky single mum. And she's got form when it comes to playing beautiful women who indirectly repair the lives of bitter old men – it's what she did to the wine-drinker in Sideways and the bizarrely accented immortal in Highlander 2: The Quickening. In any other film, Freeman would fall in love with her as they learn a number of important lessons from one another. But Freeman's determination to avoid those schmaltzy instincts are too strong this time around. Resist, Morgan. Resist!
8) Or, you know, just have a candlelit dinner with Virginia Madsen next to a lake and slowly realise that you could both learn a lot of important lessons from one another, even to the extent that she can repair your writing career. Basically, ignore everything I just said. The Magic of Belle Isle is just as soggy and mimsy-sounding as its title suggests. Still, no matter how disappointing this looks, at least we call all rest in the knowledge that at no point will Morgan Freeman sit in a bus and shout "I feel like DANCING!" with a soppy grin splattered across his face.
Through these interactions, the transformative power of storytelling becomes evident. The trailer is filled with heartwarming moments and glimpses of the deep connections formed between the characters. It also highlights the themes of second chances and finding purpose in unexpected places. As the trailer progresses, we see the characters grow and evolve, finding new meaning and fulfillment in their lives. The music in the trailer adds to the enchanting and uplifting vibe, enhancing the overall feel of the film. The picturesque setting of Belle Isle is showcased through beautiful cinematography, further accentuating the magical nature of the story. The Magic of Belle Isle trailer effectively captures the essence of the film, leaving viewers intrigued and captivated. It promises a heartwarming and inspiring story that will take viewers on a journey of self-discovery and rediscovering the joy of life. The trailer leaves viewers eagerly anticipating the release of the film and craving more of the magic that Belle Isle has to offer..
Reviews for "From Page to Screen: Comparing the 'Magic of Belle Isle' Trailer to the Novel"
1. Jessica - 2 stars
The trailer for "The Magic of Belle Isle" made the movie seem much more magical and exciting than it actually was. The trailer showed beautifully shot scenes of a small town, with Morgan Freeman as a reclusive writer who finds inspiration in a young girl. However, the actual movie was slow-paced and lacked the charm that the trailer promised. The story was predictable and the characters felt one-dimensional. Overall, the trailer was misleading and failed to capture the essence of the film.
2. Robert - 1 star
I was highly disappointed after watching "The Magic of Belle Isle" trailer. The trailer made the movie seem like a heartwarming and uplifting story, but in reality, it was quite the opposite. The plot was cliché, the dialogue was cheesy, and the acting felt forced. The trailer showcased the few good parts of the film, but it failed to mention the overall lackluster experience. I wouldn't recommend this movie based on the misleading trailer.
3. Emily - 2 stars
I had high hopes for "The Magic of Belle Isle" after watching the trailer, but unfortunately, it fell flat for me. The trailer showed a promising story about a writer rediscovering his passion for life, but the actual movie execution was lacking. The pacing was slow, the characters felt underdeveloped, and the plot felt contrived. The enchantment and magic showcased in the trailer were barely present in the film. The trailer was a letdown, as it didn't accurately represent the mediocrity of the actual movie.