tick, tick... BOOM!

"How much time do we have to do something great?"

2021 2h 0m EN

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7.6

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Synopsis

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On the brink of turning 30, a promising theater composer navigates love, friendship and the pressure to create something great before time runs out.

“How much time do we have to do something great?”

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Cast

Andrew Garfield
Jonathan Larson
Alexandra Shipp
Susan Wilson
Robin de Jesús
Michael
Michaela Jaé Rodriguez
Carolyn
Ben Levi Ross
Freddy
Jonathan Marc Sherman
Ira Weitzman
Vanessa Hudgens
Karessa Johnson
Joshua Henry
Roger Bart

Credits

Behind the camera

Director: Lin-Manuel Miranda
Writers: Steven Levenson
Languages: English, Spanish
Countries: United States of America

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ERA

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Released 5 years ago.

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WORLD

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Dialogue crosses 2 languages: English, Spanish.

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CAST

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232+ people credited in cast and crew — a small city's worth of labour.

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DIRECTOR

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Directed by Lin-Manuel Miranda, shot by Alice Brooks. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.

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5 / 8

DIRECTOR

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Editor Andrew Weisblum shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.

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CAST

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Andrew Garfield and Alexandra Shipp and Robin de Jesús carry the top of the cast.

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FACT

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Marketing tagline: "How much time do we have to do something great?".

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WILD

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IMDB entry: tt8721424 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.

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The take

Lin-Manuel Miranda directs. Alice Brooks behind the camera. Andrew Weisblum cuts. Produced in United States of America. Dialogue in English, Spanish.

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1Released 5 years ago.
2Dialogue crosses 2 languages: English, Spanish.
3232+ people credited in cast and crew — a small city's worth of labour.
4Directed by Lin-Manuel Miranda, shot by Alice Brooks. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.
5Editor Andrew Weisblum shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.
6Andrew Garfield and Alexandra Shipp and Robin de Jesús carry the top of the cast.
7Marketing tagline: "How much time do we have to do something great?".
8IMDB entry: tt8721424 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.
9Classified under 16 themes, including "new york city", "composer", "artist", "musical".

The technical file

Cinematography: Alice Brooks
Editing: Andrew Weisblum
Production design: Alex DiGerlando
Costume design: Melissa Toth
Makeup / hair: Stella Sensel
VFX supervisor: John Bair
Sound: Paul Hsu
Stunt coordinator: Scott Burik
Runtime: 120 min · 2h 0m
Aspect ratio (typical): 1.37:1 (Academy)
Status: Released
Original language: EN
Certification (US): PG-13
IMDB: tick, tick... BOOM! (2021)

Awards

Detroit Film Critics Society Awards 2021
Washington D.C. Area Film Critics Association Award for Best Actor
Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy

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Manuel São Bento2021-11-11
★ 9/10
FULL SPOILER-FREE REVIEW @ https://www.msbreviews.com/movie-reviews/tick-tick-boom-spoiler-free-review "tick, tick…BOOM! is one of my favorite movies of the year! Boasting memorable, addictive, first-rate music performed by astonishingly talented actors, Lin-Manuel Miranda delivers one of the best musical films of the century. From the absolute standout, "30/90", to the highly satisfying payoff, "Louder than Words", the vast majority of songs serve a necessary purpose, moving the plot forward in an entertaining manner while also developing the compelling characters. Andrew Garfield delivers one of the best performances of his career, demonstrating his impressive emotional range and artistic skills, both as an actor and a performer. Technically, no fault to point out whatsoever. Do NOT miss this work of art!" Rating: A
CinemaSerf2022-03-28
★ 7/10
I recall reading back in 1996 about Jonathan Larson, the creator of the wonderful "Rent" (amongst others) and was intrigued to see just how Lin-Manuel Miranda might tackle this story. Though fairly well known in theatrical circles now, back in 1989/1990 Larson was a struggling songwriter. Juggling his relationships, his funding, an indifferent agent and quite a bit of a mental block, we are treated to a tour de force effort from Andrew Garfield as he portrays this visionary young man striving to complete this eponymous work. I think Garfield is super here. He can hold a note and he brings something of the charm, dedication and charisma of this young man to the screen with the aid of some fine original lyrics with collaborator Stephen Sondheim. Miranda keeps the pace moving along in a lively fashion, offering us quite an insight into the demons this man faced without allowing it to become melodramatic, or sentimental - and there are two strong supporting efforts from Vanessa Hudgens and Robin de Jesus. At times it does have a documentary style feel to it, the audience is a fly on the wall and - not always comfortably - that adds a poignancy to the presentation of this dedicated fellow. Anyone interested in musical theatre, or, indeed, the entire sphere of artistic and creative processes ought to watch one good actor's efforts to immerse us in the labours of love and pain of a good writer.
Nathan2023-05-16
★ 9/10
tick, tick…BOOM! is a cinematic triumph that captivated me from start to finish. The film tells an inspirational yet tragic story, with both of these elements being captured perfectly by the unique direction of Lin-Manuel Miranda. The backdrop of the AIDS epidemic serves as a poignant reminder of the era's struggles, which constantly brings the positive highs of the music into sharp relief, ultimately foreshadowing Jonathan Larson's conclusion. Lin-Manuel Miranda's background in theater is evident in every frame of the film. The way the scenes are shot is unlike anything I've seen before in a movie, making tick, tick…BOOM! a true masterpiece. Add in Andrew Garfield's masterful performance, which is arguably his best yet. He embodies the character of Jonathan Larson flawlessly, with his quirky mannerisms and extravagant persona. What's more, Andrew Garfield’s voice is incredible, which I was pleasantly surprised to discover. Alexandra Shipp gives an emotionally nuanced performance that plays off Garfield's portrayal very well, creating a believable on-screen chemistry that adds depth to the movie's narrative. In addition, Robin de Jesús's performance is fantastic, and Vanessa Hudgens delivers an outstanding vocal performance, though her role is somewhat limited. It was disappointing to see that she was barely in the movie, considering she was billed as one of the lead actresses. Overall, tick, tick…BOOM! is a masterpiece that exceeded all my expectations. It's a biographical picture that stands out among the rest, cementing its place as one of my favorite movies of the genre to date. Score: 90% 🏅 Verdict: Excellent