After finishing a late-night shift at my video store, I was in the mood to rent a DVD. I had heard about this little British comedy called Starter For 10 in EMPIRE magazine when they were promoting James McAvoy's Role in Atonement, but I had yet to see it. I took the film home and popped it in the player as I ate my dinner.The next 90 minutes were absolute bliss! Starter For 10 is a brilliant film. The film follows Brian Jackson (McAvoy) in his quest to gain knowledge at university as well as compete on his university's team for the television quiz show University Challenge. I know the premise does not sound all that intriguing, but the realistic depictions of Brian's relationships with his mother (Catherine Tate), and his two female friends Alice (Alice Eve) and Rebecca (the excellent Rebecca Hall) make this comedy ring much truer than others. James McAvoy is an infinitely talented actor who has never given a disappointing performance, and his work here is no exception. Both McAvoy and Rebecca Hall are two wonderful young actors who are now beginning to get the recognition they deserve; McAvoy for Atonement and Hall for Woody Allen's new film Vicky Cristina Barcelona.
I recommend that everyone see Starter For 10. it is one of those rare comedies that manages to be extremely funny while at the same time being convincing in the dramatic department. A brilliant film and one of my personal favourites. Highly recommended.
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