Watch Country Strong
- PG-13
- 2010
- 1 hr 57 min
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6.3 (19,048)
In the movie Country Strong from 2010, we are introduced to Kelly Canter (played by Gwyneth Paltrow), a country music superstar who falls from grace after a tragic incident during her tour. Her husband and manager James (played by Tim McGraw) convinces her to go on a comeback tour to revive her career. As they hit the road, they are joined by a young singer named Beau Hutton (played by Garrett Hedlund) and a beauty queen-turned-singer named Chiles Stanton (played by Leighton Meester).
As the tour progresses, we see Kelly struggle with her past demons while trying to maintain her sobriety. Garrett's character, Beau, becomes a love interest to Kelly, causing tension between him and Chiles - who also has feelings for him. We also see James struggling with his own personal conflicts, including his relationship with Kelly, as well as his desire to do what is best for her career.
Throughout the film we are treated to some incredible musical performances, with each of the cast members showcasing their talents as singers. Paltrow shines as the lead and delivers a raw and emotional performance. Her vocals are equally impressive, and it's clear she put in a lot of work to convincingly portray a country music superstar.
Hedlund also delivers an outstanding performance as Beau, showcasing his own musical talents and proving that he is a versatile actor. His chemistry with Paltrow is palpable and believable, and he is able to portray the character's internal struggles with great authenticity.
Meester's character, Chiles, provides a lot of the film's humor and serves as a contrast to Kelly. Her character's journey from beauty queen to singer is interesting to watch, and Meester proves that she can hold her own as a singer and actress.
The film's themes of redemption, love, and the power of music are woven together seamlessly. The performances of the cast members, combined with the successful use of music throughout the film, drive home the message that music has a powerful ability to heal and bring people together.
Overall, Country Strong is a great film that showcases the talents of its stars. It's a must-see for fans of country music and anyone who loves a good redemption story.
Country Strong is a 2010 drama with a runtime of 1 hour and 57 minutes. It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.3 and a MetaScore of 45.