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The Forger (2012)

Josh Hutcherson , Hayden Panettiere , Lawrence Roeck  |  PG-13 |  DVD
3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (35 customer reviews)

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  • Actors: Josh Hutcherson, Hayden Panettiere, Alfred Molina, Lauren Bacall, Billy Boyd
  • Directors: Lawrence Roeck
  • Writers: Carlos De Los Rios
  • Format: Color, Dolby, NTSC, Widescreen
  • Language: English
  • Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.77:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Rated: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
  • Studio: Experience Media Studios
  • DVD Release Date: July 3, 2012
  • Run Time: 93 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (35 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B007IU8YY4
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #80,316 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

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A 15 year old art prodigy abandoned by his drug addicted mother finds refuge in the picturesque art village of Carmel-by-the-sea, California. While trying to survive on his own, he is introduced to the high dollar underground world of art forgery.

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A good movie for tweens. Grandma  |  7 reviewers made a similar statement
The acting is good, but the actual story is so-so. AmentLVR  |  6 reviewers made a similar statement
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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars Caramel by the Sea July 25, 2012
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JHutch is an artistically-talented 15-year-old boy who's mother left him. He ends up entering-but-not-breaking into the home of an artist who eventually becomes his temporary guardian and who commissions a forged painting from him.

Basically, Everly (the artist/art dealer) takes advantage of Joshua's talent and the fact that he is a kid with no place left to go. In steps Anne Marie, who DOES in fact give a care about him. Turns out that Anne Marie and Everly have a little something in common.

Then there's Amber, who Joshua decides right away he has a thing for. He befriends her and her older brother and becomes a bit possessive of her. Amber (Hayden Panieterre) doesn't have a crucial role in this film. I think they just threw her in for a romantic element.

Still confused about the little Irish guy. I'm not sure if he's supposed to be Everly's partner or his partner, partner if you catch my drift. Either way, he's a bit annoying.

Storyline was interesting enough, though I found that the movie is not nearly as dark as it is depicted in the trailer, which shows guns and plays some very dramatic music. No, it doesn't end up in a shoot-out or anything.

Anyway, this film is pretty predictable and very hurt-comforty. (JHutch cries like a champ. Prepare to have those heartstrings pulled). The acting is good, but the actual story is so-so. It was entertaining, and appropriate for younger ages (Hardly any profanity, no sex, but a bit of punching). Not a bad movie, considering.
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9 of 11 people found the following review helpful
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The beautiful scenery of Carmel, in combination with a great cast and score, make this movie a great one. I really look forward to more from this director...
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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THE FORGER (a/k/a CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA, Prod. Josh Hutcherson/Carlos De Los Rios, Writ. Carlos De Los Rios/Lawrence Roeck, Dir. Lawrence Roeck, 2012, 110 minutes) was sort of fun, humorous 'after-school-special' type drama that kept me watching.

Josh Hutcherson plays Joshua Mason, a Carmel, California kid of immense misfortune. His horrifying monster of a mother, drug addict and child abuser, abandons him in a motel room where he is later found. Though he is supposed to be 15, Joshua somehow eludes school and even foster care. He is taken under the wing of a suave art forger (Alfred Molina) who needs Joshua's immense artistic talents.

One thing simultaneously refreshing and frightening is the art forgery lesson this film teaches. Never have I seen a film specifically oriented this way, but it felt quite real to me. More real than the drama it enfolded.

Along the way he meets the wonderful, immortal Lauren Bacall as Anne-Marie, the local eccentric millionairess. There is a scene when the two hug, Lauren and Josh, and I wondered: Does that boy know he is hugging HOLLYWOOD?! Did he have any idea of the person with whom he was sharing a scene? Not only do I maintain my crush on the beautiful but eternally wooden Hutcherson, now I actually sort of hate him for being a big-time producer AND hugging Lauren Bacall!!

What next, he gets to play Peter O'Toole's great-grandson with Colin Firth as his father??

This is a gently funny and gently moral tale; its PG-13 rating is well-deserved, and I see a greater future for Hutcherson as producer than as an actor - though he can keep doing acting as long as one day he plays that dream gay role I fully expect of him.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
2.0 out of 5 stars Excruciatingly Slow Movie October 21, 2012
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This was kind of a cheesy Hallmark card movie. The story was interesting, but there was no feeling in it. Cheesy narration and endless repetitive piano loops made it difficult for me to watch. I almost turned it off a few times but I found the forgery process and identification to be semi-interesting.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
1.0 out of 5 stars One star for Josh Hutcherson August 6, 2012
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Rented this movie to watch because of Josh Hutcherson. One star for the part where he bandages his hand wound after he showers, otherwise don't waste your money. Terrible movie, there's a reason it was a straight to DVD release.
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3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Wow! stunning little idie film July 5, 2012
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This a charming film. loved Bacall's performance- it has such a classic hollywood feel to it. found the mother's drug scene to be a little cartoonish but other than that what an incredible job by a first time director. The Eastwoods star in this too.
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2 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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It's a reasonably good movie, not great, but good. Filmed entirely in Carmel, CA, movie goes out of its way to show off the gorgeous coast and scenery of this very special coastline area. Sadly the only subtitles are in Spanish, but at least there are English closed captions. My wife needs these to "hear" movies now. We'd never buy this for our collection, and may well never watch it a second time, but we're both glad we saw it today, and both agree on 3 star rating. The young (15) man's caseworker was exemplary in researching everything and everyone to get him the help he needed and the right place to stay. His mother was a druggy, violent, and abusive--and had abandoned him completely. He had a special talent for drawing and painting, and was spectacular in instantly duplicating the strokes and techniques of masters. He was also a nice kid, with lots to learn, and it was enjoyable seeing him apologize well and sincerely to girl he liked, and gain a 2nd and then a 3rd chance with her. Way she handled it all was perfect.
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5.0 out of 5 stars was a great suprise
my daughter wanted to buy this movie and we ended up watching this great movie as a family! hope you enjoy it as much as we have.
Published 13 days ago by mom of gaming boy
3.0 out of 5 stars The Forger
Well where to start, first off the narration in this film, well it just didn't fit into the movie, it seemed forced in. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Cynthia
3.0 out of 5 stars Little Slow but Good
There are some really great actors in this movie. Was a little slow at first, but all in all great movie. Josh Hutcherson is so adorable and just becomes a better actor with age.
Published 3 months ago by Jackjeanh
5.0 out of 5 stars Great
Great movie. Josh Hutcherson is my daughter's favorite actor. Great movie and appropriate for a 13 year old. I love it
Published 4 months ago by Gabrielle Faraglia
1.0 out of 5 stars this is another
movie that I was charged for but have not ordered or received I.m thinking that some money is owed to me. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Tammy
4.0 out of 5 stars Good story line
I liked the pace of the story and the interaction of the characters. The ending, however, lacked the completion that I expected.
Published 5 months ago by Movie Fan
5.0 out of 5 stars Family friendly
Can Be shown at the Church Movie nights. Most churches are paying for the rights to show Movies to there congregation , which is ideal entertainment for those whom don't have the... Read more
Published 5 months ago by TWIXIE952
3.0 out of 5 stars Reminded Me of a Lifetime Original Movie
I watched this flick the other night and was pleasantly surprised. It had a nice score and the shots of Carmel were beautiful. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Joel Cigan
5.0 out of 5 stars this movie is great
this is a great book that holds you interest though out the entire story. I thoughly enjoyed this story and plan on looking for more by this director.
Published 6 months ago by Hannah
1.0 out of 5 stars Terrible!
I thought this would be good since it had some known actors in it, but it was awful. I had to turn it off. I wouldn't have watched this even if it were free!
Published 7 months ago by Danielle
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