Preview: August (2008)

• Poster: D+

Review:

Hoping to capitalize on Josh Hartnett's stature as a stud to female audiences, this poster oversimplifies itself and will do nothing to excite his fan base.

• Trailer: D+

Review:

What this film's actual plot is, I don't know. It seems to be about a rich man conning people into buying things, but finds himself later hit by hard times and the potential for unemployment. He then resuscitates his career and monetary income. This is like a wealthy man's wet dream and won't appeal to working class people in the least.

Oscar Prospects:

Films about selfish individuals hardly ever do well, unless it's the selfish people behind the camera. Even with an altruistic motive and resolution, this film won't fly with Oscar voters.

Release Date:

• July 11, 2008

Full Review Synopsis:

I have not seen this film.

-Wesley Lovell (May 25, 2008) Original