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Is Boyce & Hart: The Guys Who Wrote 'Em Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (2015)

The remarkable story of the 1960's duo Tommy Boyce & Bobby Hart who created the sound of The Monkees, scored hit after hit and inspired a youth movement to lower the voting age. Th...

✨ The Quick Verdict

SKIP IT

If you are a fan of Music, Documentary cinema, then Boyce & Hart: The Guys Who Wrote 'Em offers a standard experience that justifies its existence in the 2015 landscape.

👥 Target Audience

Fans of Music films
Fans of Documentary films
casual viewers seeking light entertainment

📔 Detailed Analysis

📖 The Core Premise

Boyce & Hart: The Guys Who Wrote 'Em returns to the screen in 2015, bringing a fresh narrative to the Music, Documentary genre. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "The remarkable story of the 1960's duo Tommy Boyce & Bobby Hart who created the sound of The Monkees, scored hit after hit and inspired a youth movement to lower the voting age. They were actors, activists, singers, songwriters and pop culture icons. The story of their unique partnership is told through their own movies, photographs and personal archives. Narrated by Bobby Hart and featuring commentary from Tommy Boyce, Michael Nesmith, Micky Dolenz, Peter Tork, Kim Fowley and others."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. In Boyce & Hart: The Guys Who Wrote 'Em, even the presence of Michael Nesmith struggles to save a script that feels disjointed. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Music. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Boyce & Hart: The Guys Who Wrote 'Em worth your time? If you appreciate Music, Documentary films that take risks, this is likely a decent one-time watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, Boyce & Hart: The Guys Who Wrote 'Em misses the mark on several fronts. With a runtime of 82 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Skip It.

⏳ Time Investment

82MIN

At approximately 1.4 hours, the film requires a standard time commitment.