
Inspired by a true story, Al Pacino stars as aging 1970s rocker Danny Collins, who can't give up his hard-living ways. But when his manager (Christopher Plummer) uncovers a 40 year-old undelivered letter written to him by John Lennon, he decides to change course and embarks on a heartfelt journey to rediscover his family, find true love and begin a second act.... (Full plot summary below)
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Inspired by a true story, Al Pacino stars as aging 1970s rocker Danny Collins, who can't give up his hard-living ways. But when his manager (Christopher Plummer) uncovers a 40 year-old undelivered letter written to him by John Lennon, he decides to change course and embarks on a heartfelt journey to rediscover his family, find true love and begin a second act.
Leave your thoughts about Danny Collins.
| BeliefnetNell MinowThat's what movies are for - to let us see Danny overcome his son's efforts not to give in, all to the tune of some of Lennon's most moving songs. |
| leonardmaltin.comLeonard MaltinThis likable movie rises or falls on Al Pacino's ability to convince us that he's an aging pop star... and he does. |
| Reeling ReviewsLaura CliffordWhile Pacino isn't exactly the most convincing rocker, he's dialed down his propensity to play to the rafters in a performance grounded in humility yet still entertainingly energetic. |
| AV ClubIgnatiy VishnevetskyThis is the kind of thing that should come effortlessly to Pacino, one of the all-time greats of American acting, but no longer does. In fact, this qualifies as his best and most easygoing film performance in a good decade. |
| CompuserveHarvey S. KartenWill attract Pacino's regular fans and the soap opera crowd as well. |
| ReelTalk Movie ReviewsBetty Jo TuckerAl Pacino and Annette Bening create a fun chemistry together in this splendid film about a man's fearless search for redemption. |
| Butaca AnchaVíctor López Velarde SantibáñezOne of the most humane and heartfelt options in this summer full of blockbusters. [Full review in Spanish] |
| One Guy's OpinionFrank SwietekWhile Fogelman's script is extremely calculated and heavy-handed, the cast's nimble execution turns it into an agreeeable way to pass the time. |
| RogerEbert.comMatt Zoller SeitzAn appealing comedy with an unabashed streak of melodrama, sharp dialogue, and a superb ensemble cast, anchored by a lead performance by Al Pacino in lovable scamp mode. |
| Cleveland Plain DealerClint O'ConnorA completely charming comedy-drama. Al Pacino is mesmerizing as always, and Bobby Cannavale is the standout in an excellent supporting cast. |