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showing its love for movies with another movie narrative. This week, One Hour Photo (2002), will be converted into a narrative and
subsequently highlighted. It is implied
that the blog reader reads the movie narrative, and then, he or she watches the
movie. The effort is to give the blog
reader, an enhanced experience. RB28’s
Movie Narratives, ends this movie narrative of One Hour Photo (2002), with some Hollywood
facts.
One Hour Photo (2002)
is rated R. Furthermore, it is 1 hour
and 36 minutes long. This movie is
categorized under the drama and thriller genre.
The official release date is September
13th, 2002. The
release date is for the Country of the United
States of America. The director was Mark Romanek. The writer was Mark Romanek. The officially recognized stars of One Hour Photo (2002); were Robin
Williams, Connie Nielsen and Michael Vartan.
The list of the 15 most important cast members is as follows:
- Robin Williams (Seymour Parrish).
- Connie Nielsen (Nina Yorkin).
- Michael Vartan (Will Yorkin).
- Dylan Smith (Jakob Yorkin).
- Erin Daniels (Maya Burson).
- Paul Hansen Kim (Yoshi Araki).
- Lee Garlington (Waitress).
- Gary Cole (Bill Owens).
- Marion Calvert (Mrs. Von Unwerth).
- David Moreland (Mr. Siskind).
- Shaun P. O’Hagan (Young Father).
- Jim Rash (Amateur Porn Guy).
- Nick Searcy (Repairman).
- Dave Engfer (Sav-Mart Clerk).
- Jimmy Shubert (Soccer Coach).
The
synopsis follows. One Hour Photo (2002) is a thriller movie, out of the suburbs. In the suburbs of the United
States of America, Nina gets ready. She is going out, in order, to have her rolls
of film developed. Nina and Jakob travel
to Sav-Mart. Additionally, at the
Sav-Mart, Parrish works developing rolls of film. Parrish is also called, Sy. Nina talks to Yoshi, at the photo counter. She is dropping off her rolls of film. Parrish moves Yoshi to the side, and, he
takes over. Parrish takes a picture of
himself, and, he finishes a roll of film.
He also writes down 3 sets of photos; two for Nina, and, 1 for
himself. Parrish promises to have the
photos ready, before the end of the business day. Parrish starts working, on Nina’s rolls of
film. Nina and Jakob return, to the
photo counter. Parrish attempts to talk
to Nina, and, he processes the payment.
Nervously, he gives Jakob a free disposable camera. Nina and Jakob leave the store,
Sav-Mart. Parrish leaves for the
day. At a restaurant, Parrish looks at
his set of photos. The photos, of the
Yorkin family. Parrish says that, Jakob
is his nephew. Parrish drives, and, he
returns to his apartment. At his
apartment, Parrish passes time watching cartoons. Unexpectedly, it is revealed that Parrish has
a wall decorated with photos, of the Yorkin family. The photos start, when Will and Nina were
newlyweds. The photos continue, and, the
years pass through the photos. The
photos end with the most recent photo.
One day, Seymour Parrish meets Will Yorkin at the Sav-Mart. Parrish is star struck, and, his obsession
grows. Parrish breaks the boundaries,
and, he starts to follow Nina and Jakob around.
Additionally, his sits in his car, in front of, the Yorkin house. While he sits, Parrish dreams and
hallucinates about being a member of the Yorkin family. Eventually, Seymour Parrish discovers a love
affair, which Will Yorkin is having. Will
Yorkin becomes the center of Parrish’s hatred.
At the same time, Parrish’s employment at the Sav-Mart is
terminated. After this incident, Seymour
Parrish has all day, to focus on Will Yorkin.
Director, Mark Romanek, does a good job.
The Yorkin house is beautiful and modern. Furthermore, it goes with everything that is
happening, in the movie. The suburban
lives, of the members of the Yorkin Family, are cleverly well developed. Unfortunately, some things fall short. Additionally, the Seymour Parrish character
requires more punching power. The
writer, Mark Romanek, does an equally good job.
The basic elements of the story, are well developed. The conflict in the marriage, of Will Yorkin
and Nina Yorkin, is also well developed and easily understood. Additionally, this part helps finish the
story of the Yorkin family.
Unfortunately, several things fall short. There is something major that, is still
missing, in the Seymour Parrish character.
The officially recognized stars, do a good job performing their
roles. Overall, One Hour Photo (2002) earns the rating of 5 out of 10.
The
movie narrative of, One Hour Photo (2002),
is as follows. At the local county jail,
Seymour Parrish has his picture taken.
Additionally, he is being processed as an inmate. Parrish sits in an interrogation room. A police detective enters the room. The detective tells Parrish that, they have
developed the rolls of film. The same rolls
of film that, were in his possession, when he was arrested. Additionally, everything is considered to be
evidence. The detective explains
Parrish’s legal rights. Parrish says
that, he understands. The detective
wants to know, why, Will Yorkin makes him feel so angry. Parrish waits before he answers. The scene changes, and, Parrish
narrates. At the same time, Nina Yorkin
takes pictures. Parrish talks about the
moment, which photos capture. Will
Yorkin and Nina Yorkin celebrate, Jakob Yorkin’s birthday. At the house, Will Yorkin and Nina Yorkin
pass time. Obviously, they are married. Nina gets ready, in order, to leave and have
her rolls of film developed. Nina
hurries up Jakob, so that, they can leave the house. Nina and Jakob travel to Sav-Mart. Inside Sav-Mart, Parrish works developing
rolls of film. Parrish is also called,
Sy. Nina and Jakob enter the store. Nina talks to Yoshi, at the photo
counter. She is dropping off her rolls
of film. Parrish moves Yoshi to the
side, and, he takes over. Parrish takes
a picture of himself, and, he finishes a roll of film. He also writes down, 3 sets of photos. Two for Nina, and, 1 for himself. Parrish promises to have the photos ready,
before the end of the business day. Nina
leaves, in order, to finish shopping.
Parrish starts working on Nina’s rolls of film. He also continues to narrate. Parrish believes that, he does an important
job. The rolls of film are developed
into photos. Nina and Jakob return to the
photo counter. Parrish attempts to talk
to Nina, and, he processes the payment.
Nervously, he gives Jakob a free disposable camera. Nina and Jakob leave the store,
Sav-Mart. Parrish leaves for the
day. Additionally, it is night and the
store is closed. In the parking lot,
Parrish discovers a cracked windshield.
At their home, Nina and Will pass time with Jakob; as a family. They look at the photos. Unexpectedly, Nina tears up a photo, of
herself. Will Yorkin finds the photo of
Parrish. Jakob Yorkin calls Parrish, “Sy
the Photo Guy.” At a restaurant, Parrish
looks at his set of photos; the photos of the Yorkin family. Parrish says that, Jakob is his nephew. Parrish drives, and, he returns to his
apartment. At their house, Nina and
Jakob talk about things. Jakob says
that, he feels bad for Parrish. He
thinks Parrish feels sad, and, that he doesn’t have friends. Nina says that, Parrish has his own
life. Probably, Parrish has a lot of
friends and a girlfriend. At the same
time, Parrish returns to an empty apartment.
Nina suggests sending Parrish good thoughts. Nina and Jakob send Parrish good thoughts. Nina puts Jakob to sleep. At the same time, it is revealed that,
Parrish keeps his photos of the Yorkin family.
In the kitchen, Will and Nina argue about their finances. Nina tells Will that, he emotionally neglects
his family. Unexpectedly, Jakob listens
to his parents arguing, with each other.
Nina leaves the kitchen, and, she starts to cry. At his apartment, Parrish passes time
watching cartoons. Unexpectedly, it is
revealed that Parrish has a wall decorated with photos, of the Yorkin
family. The photos start, when Will and
Nina were newlyweds. Furthermore, the
photos that were taken during Nina’s pregnancy, are also there. The photos continue, and, the years pass
through the photos. The photos end with
the most recent photo. Sav-Mart opens for
the business day. Parrish prepares for
the work day. He also continues to
narrate. He talks about Monday, being
the busiest day of the week. Parrish
describes the customers, which he sees, on Monday. Parrish also has his regular customers
memorized. Larry, the repairman,
inspects the photo machines. Larry
thinks that, the machines are working fine.
For some unknown reason, Parrish begins to argue with Larry. The argument intensifies, and, the store
manager watches. During lunch, Parrish
dreams of being a member of the Yorkin family.
Unexpectedly, the store manager interrupts Parrish. The store manager wants to know, why, Parrish
was fighting the repairman. Parrish says
that, he wants to maintain quality for his customers. The store manager tells Parrish that, he is
not important at Sav-Mart. Parrish
apologizes to Bill, the store manager.
Bill suggests a vacation. Parrish
says that, he will think about it.
Parrish walks down the store aisles.
Unexpectedly, he meets Will Yorkin.
Parrish is star struck. Will is
attempting to buy computer parts.
Parrish calls a store clerk, to help Will. He also continues to be star struck. Parrish expresses adoration to Will
Yorkin. Will Yorkin thanks Parrish for
his help. The store clerk arrives, and,
Parrish leaves. Surprisingly, Parrish
sees Jakob. They talk about toys. Jakob leaves with his father. At a restaurant, Parrish reads a book, which
Nina is also reading. Parrish continues
to narrate. He also passes time, at a
swap meet. At the swap meet, Parrish
looks at photographs. He decides to buy
a photograph, of a woman. Parrish
continues to narrate, and, he waits in his car; outside the Yorkin house. Unexpectedly, Parrish enters the Yorkin
house, and, he passes time inside.
Parrish begins to drink beer, and, he watches a football game. The Yorkin family returns, and, they find
Parrish sitting in the living room.
Surprisingly, they greet Parrish, as a member of the family. Jakob calls Parrish, “Uncle Sy.” It results that, everything was a
hallucination. Parrish sits in his car
and waits. He leaves, and, it is the
next work day. Parrish talks to a woman
named Maya. The scene changes. Jakob attends soccer practice. Unexpectedly, Parrish is there watching. He also cheers for Jakob. Parrish talks to Jakob after practice. He attempts to be supportive of Jakob. They start to walk and talk. Parrish shares personal stories. Jakob says that, his father is always
busy. Surprisingly, Parrish gives Jakob
a toy; as a gift. Unfortunately, Jakob
cannot accept the gift, and, he leaves.
At the shopping mall, Nina passes time shopping. Unexpectedly, Parrish is a couple of steps
behind. Nina stops for a lunch break,
and, Parrish approaches. Grudgingly,
Nina talks to Parrish. They talk about
where they live. They also talk about
Jakob. Nina prepares to leave. Surprisingly, she notices that Parrish is
reading the same book, which she is reading.
They start to talk about the book.
Nina asks Parrish if, he has children or a girlfriend. Parrish says, no. He also says that, he has a photo of his
mother. Additionally, his mother died,
some time ago. Nina looks at the photo, and,
she feels sorry for Parrish. Nina picks
up her things and leaves. Parrish is
working, at Sav-Mart. Unexpectedly, Bill
calls Parrish, because, he wants to see him in his office. In Bill’s office, Bill talks to Parrish. Bill tells Parrish that, he gives away photos
and cameras. Parrish says that, it is
him. Bill also wants answers. Parrish doesn’t have answers. Bill tells Parrish that, he is terminating
his employment. Parrish is heart
broken. They continue to argue. Furthermore, Bill wants Parrish to finish the
week. Parrish is angry and sad. Unexpectedly, Nina arrives at the photo
counter. Parrish is disconnected, but,
he processes the print order. He starts
to work developing the roll of film; in an angry manner. Parrish sits on the floor, and, he looks at
the Yorkin family photos. At night,
Parrish returns to his apartment. He
adds the most recent photos, to his wall of photos. Unexpectedly, he notices a woman, in one of
the photos. Parrish returns to Sav-Mart,
and, he looks at Maya Burson’s photos.
He discovers, through the photos, Will Yorkin’s love affair with Maya
Burson. Parrish feels emotionally
distraught, about the discovery. He also
decides to put the photos, inside Nina Yorkin’s photo envelope. Parrish says good bye to Yoshi; for forever. From this point forward; the series of
events, take the viewer, to the end.
Nina Yorkin discovers the photos of Will and Maya. Parrish takes photographs of Bill’s daughter,
and, Bill is shown the photos. The
police consider Parrish, to be an imminent threat. The police start to search for, Seymour
Parrish. At the same time, Parrish finds
and violently attacks, Will and Maya.
Finally; you have to watch, in order to know, how this movie ends.
The
movie narrative of the feature film, One
Hour Photo (2002), ends with some Hollywood
facts. The country of origin is the United
States of America. The official language is English. There are other notable release dates. The other notable release dates are: U.S.A.,
January 13, 2002 (Sundance
Film Festival); Germany,
July 30, 2002 (Munchen
Fantasy Filmfest); Germany,
August 9, 2002 (Cologne
Fantasy Film Festival); U.S.A.,
August 21, 2002 (Limited
Release) and UK,
August 24, 2002
(Frightfest). There are 7 filming
locations, in total, for this feature film.
All of the filming locations are in:
Los Angeles, California,
U.S.A. and the State of California,
U.S.A. There is box office data, for this feature
film. The original budget is estimated
at, $12 million USD. The opening weekend
is on August 25, 2002, and,
for the U.S.A. On its opening weekend, this movie made
$321,515 dollars. This movie is considered
to be closed in theaters on January 5,
2003. The gross profits,
that are reported, are $31,597,131 USD.
The production dates, that are reported, are October 30, 2000 to January 2001. The production companies are Fox Searchlight
Pictures, Catch 23 Entertainment, Killer Films, Laughlin Park Pictures and
Madjak Films. There are several
distributors, for this particular movie.
Some of the distributors include the following; Twentieth Century Fox
Film Corporation (World-Wide), Fox Searchlight Pictures (U.S.A.), 20th
Century Fox (Germany, Japan and Netherlands), FS Film Oy (Finland), Gativideo
(Argentina) and Gemini Film (Russia).
To
end and as always, RB28’s Movie Narratives, encourages you to continue reading
the posted movie narratives. The aforementioned
blog strives to provide basic information, so that it, becomes
inspiration. Movies are a great pleasure
to RB28’s Movie Narratives, and, the blog’s author hopes that they are for you
as well. For this week, and in
conclusion, the feature film was One Hour
Photo (2002). RB28’s Movie
Narratives looks forward to seeing you next week, when another movie will be
highlighted.
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