The Soloist was an extremely emotional and tear jerking story spreading the importance of friendship and trust. As an experienced critic, I have to say that this should be labeled as a Go or Must Go movie and nothing lower. It would be considered a Go for some reasons such as it was honest look at street life, however it's a little too real. The focus on Nathanial's sickness is a little troubling, and some people might get a little uncomfortable with the whispering that he's imagining. The movie can be considered a downer. But many people (including myself) feel it should be labeled a Must Go. Sure, life has it's down sides. Many people aren't lucky enough to have homes or be treated for their illnesses. The Soloist shows that friendship and purpose can be the only help those people can get. I wouldn't have the casting any other way, for Robert Downey Jr. and Jamie Foxx portrayed their roles beautifully. It is hard not to call this film anything other than spectacular.

Initially when presented with this movie, I was not interested in seeing it. I usually like my movies to end happily, or at least as expected (sounds cliche even typing it...if it ends as expected why ever see a "new" movie?). Why the change of heart? I picked up the book at my local BAMM store (clearence, $3.97!) and began to read. I must say that thus far, as I have not finished it at this time, it is very good. It draws you in to Nathaniel's life as well as that of the reporter. You see sides of LA that are a bit hidden under the plushy exterior and bright lights. The movie does well in putting additional images to match the written words beyond what the reader imagines, but I didn't get as much of a connection to the characters in they way they were filmed and introduced. That said, it is still a touching film well worth at least one viewing.

This movie was very deep, somewhat sad, and had a great plot. If you want to see a well-acted out movie with a great meaning then this is a movie for you. The only thing I didn't like about it was that it got a little bit too slow for me at times. This movie is very similar to The Pursuit of Happiness with Will Smith if that gives you an idea of the synopsis. Robert Downy Jr. & Jamie Foxx are a great acting duo and I liked this movie a lot, go see it.

Foxx and Downey each provided a superb performance. Music was well incorporated to support the emotional impact of the film.

So last night I attended a advanced screening of this movie, and let me tell you. When we found out that it was The Soloist, I was not excited! period. We decided to stay though, because hey who wouldn't want to stay for a free movie? As the movie progressed I was woven into the story. Jamie Foxx and Robert Downey Jr. did a phenomenal job with their parts. I would def. recommend paying the 8 dollars to go see this one!