Perhaps the reason why Up in the Air works is because when it could have become cliche and gone in the direction of a typical, formulaic plot (ex. guy gets girl) in multiple parts of the film- it did not and therefore instead of being a forgettable date movie it is refreshing and original. This film in its depiction of a traveling business mercenary (George Clooney) who lives in the first class lounge in airports around the country and who strives to be the 7th man to gain 10 million frequent flyer miles ultimately reflects on the importance of family and what it means to both have and support those who care for you. In its less than optimistic ending it also serves as a warning for viewers to not take life and love for granted.
Overall 8.5/10 Bottom Line- Well done overall. This film is hard to criticize.
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