There is nothing showy about this movie - there's no big budget or effects - but it does what it sets out to do perfectly. There are highlight scenes both at the comedic end of the spectrum (the 'singing Madonna in the taxi' scene manages to be both moving and funny) and at the tragic (some of Bomer's finest moments in the film). The screenplay is beautifully paced, never rushing but never slow. John Butler's writing and direction are all thoroughly accomplished, exploring big themes via his main character's contained, personal story.
In a more mainstream movie (and a fairer world), I honestly believe this performance would garner awards attention. Everything about the performance hits the mark, from heartwarming comedy to heartbreaking tragedy, Bomer clearly went all in, but avoids histrionics to bring to the screen a visceral, moving, touching portrayal of a man struggling to deal with grief and immense loss the best way he knows how.
But the movie hangs on Bomer's performance - he is in almost every scene - and he delivers and then some. Alejandro Patiño is very good as a man of basic decency and honesty who finds himself in some awkward situations and reacts in the best way he knows how - or, frankly, anyone could be expected to. This is not a depressing movie it has moments of true, laugh-out-loud comedy as well as moments of real tragedy that lead finally to a warm, hopeful ending. On its face, the tale of a lonely weatherman and the connection he develops with the Latino day laborer he hires to do some painting, on a deeper level it is a moving exploration of loneliness. Baby Lullaby Festival (103) Best Disney Songs 2020 (128) Billboard Baby Lullabies (125) Caspar Babypants (176) Cedarmont Kids (280) Dr.I was lucky enough to see the European premiere of 'Papi Chulo' at the London Film Festival.
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