Film Review – Starbuck

The premise of “Starbuck” (A French-Canadian production) promises a
wacky time at the movies, dealing with accidental fatherhood, delayed
adolescence, and persistent loserdom. Perhaps other filmmakers would’ve
leaned into the potential of the tale, but co-writer/director Ken Scott
is hunting for something more meaningful with this tender blend of
mischief and maturation. A few laughs are offered during the feature,
yet “Starbuck” aims for more thoughtful storytelling, doing whatever he
can to separate expectations of slapstick from the effort’s gradual
influx of concern, eventually forming a warm, sugary feel of humanity
that’s a more inviting viewing experience than the exterior of the
picture promises. Read the rest at Blu-ray.com