In this unlikely tale, a woman without any previous training turns into an accomplished musician in just a few philosophy-filled lessons. Eve Hewson (daughter of Bono) plays a single mom whose 14-year-old son (Orén Kinlan) keeps getting into trouble. She decides to buy a guitar and learn to play it, which introduces an alluring teacher from LA (Joseph Gordon-Levitt). Thus begins their long-distance relationship which involves more discussions ABOUT music than it does practical instruction. Hewson does OK despite her continual glower, while Gordon-Levitt brings his usual charismatic charm. John Carney (Once, Sing Street) is the writer/director, so expectations for a musical treat were high. Although there are some pleasant tunes, this film is more about the struggling relationship between the mother/son, but it’s mostly surface. There are charming moments, but the pace drags and the empowerment discussions slow it even more. (2.5 / 5)
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