Video Movie Review ‘Palmer’: Justin Timberlake Takes a Character Turn and He Isn’t the Standout in the Film
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Justin Timberlake is the definition of a megastar. A worldwide phenom, at the top of the game in the entertainment, in both music and acting. His latest film, is the heartfelt drama Palmer. Timberlake plays a former toast of the town that returns home after spending time in jail. As many things change they also tend to remain the same.
Palmer develops a unique friendship with a charming young boy named Sam who is dealing with a whole hell of a lot in his life. The story follows Palmer’s adjustment to being back in town and finding himself, all while he quickly becomes a necessary guardian and protector to Sam.
Does Timberlake’s charisma and star power shine bright enough to carry the film? What if I said that Timberlake isn’t the standout performer in the film? Is the plot of the film engaging and compelling to keep you watching? Find out the answers to all that and more in the full review of the film below.
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Acting
Observations
Justin Timberlake’s Impact
Behind-the-Scenes
Should You See it or Not
Spoilers
Palmer hits hard with emotions and performances, even if it story moves slowly in the process. Check out the scores below:
Jim Alexander hails from Chicago where he started his journalism career as a film critic and founder of the Chicago Independent Film Critics Circle (CIFCC). He's a Rotten Tomatoes approved critic. Jim founded Reel Talker as a platform to share his love of movies and entertainment. Jim's favorite part of being a journalist is getting to meet and interview actors, filmmakers and entertainers. Jim is a host and on-camera personality for AfterBuzz TV. Aside from his work with Reel Talker, he's the site owner of the Bachelor Universe website, where he recaps and talks about all this ABC's 'The Bachelor'. He also runs the Reel Talker Podcast that can be found on iTunes. In his free time he enjoys attending sports events and playing in recreational leagues.
Jim Alexander hails from Chicago where he started his journalism career as a film critic and founder of the Chicago Independent Film Critics Circle (CIFCC). He's a Rotten Tomatoes approved critic. Jim founded Reel Talker as a platform to share his love of movies and entertainment. Jim's favorite part of being a journalist is getting to meet and interview actors, filmmakers and entertainers. Jim is a host and on-camera personality for AfterBuzz TV. Aside from his work with Reel Talker, he's the site owner of the Bachelor Universe website, where he recaps and talks about all this ABC's 'The Bachelor'. He also runs the Reel Talker Podcast that can be found on iTunes. In his free time he enjoys attending sports events and playing in recreational leagues. View all posts by Jim Alexander