Movie Review | 50/50
50/50 is a funny, yet touching, look at a guy's struggle with cancer.
50/50 takes a rather big risk in its very concept — "cancer" and "comedy" aren't topics that are typically associated. It's a risk that pays off, though — 50/50 is funny, touching and quirky all at once. The story follows Adam, a 27-year-old radio journalist, who has been diagnosed with cancer. His chances are given as "50-50," hence the film's title. In the main role is Joseph Gordon-Levitt, who has quietly been building a strong catalog the past few years with roles in Brick, Inception and (500) Days of Summer, among others. Gordon-Levitt gives an excellent, if restrained performance, here — his acting style gibes nicely with the role he's asked to play. His character is quiet, repressed and a little uptight, but he's able to provide …
