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When confronted with his mortality, Ben Tyler (Joshua Jackson) impulsively buys a vintage motorcycle and sets off on a road trip that starts in Toronto and ends up on Vancouver Island in the town of Tofino. Humourous, profound and extremely moving, One Week uses the great Canadian landscape as the backdrop to the story of a man and his life’s journey. In the search for himself, he finds out what makes this country, and his life, so beautiful. SPECIAL FEATURES: Making of featurette, One Week Q&A + Roots party*, Theatrical Trailer* ,Photo Gallery*, Director's Commentary with Micheal McGowan, Interview with the Director and crew
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"A labor of love for sophomore writer-director Michael McGowan" -- Dennis Harvey - Variety
"See One Week. You will not regret a moment." -- John Griffin, Montreal Gazette
"you can never feel more alive than when you see this country in all its glory" -- Jim Slotek, Toronto Sun
“One Week our breakout, getaway movie of 2009” -- Martin Knelman - Toronto Star
"See One Week. You will not regret a moment." -- John Griffin, Montreal Gazette
"you can never feel more alive than when you see this country in all its glory" -- Jim Slotek, Toronto Sun
“One Week our breakout, getaway movie of 2009” -- Martin Knelman - Toronto Star
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
By Julia Eckert
Format:DVD
You don't have to be a Canadian to love this movie - but if you are you will recognize the identity and culture of our great country reflected in every stretch of highway and every turn of this fantastic movie.
I absolutely love it! So much of this movie is simply stated, moving and beautiful.
The acting is flawless, the landscape is breathtaking. You will want to buy a bike and start your own journey!!
Do not miss this film, Gord Downie's short scene alone is worth the price.
I highly recommend it!!!!
I absolutely love it! So much of this movie is simply stated, moving and beautiful.
The acting is flawless, the landscape is breathtaking. You will want to buy a bike and start your own journey!!
Do not miss this film, Gord Downie's short scene alone is worth the price.
I highly recommend it!!!!
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
By Adriana
Format:DVD
I was impressed with the idea of the movie since I saw the website and completely drawn to the theater. My expectations where more than met! A very intelligent narrative of the story and great acting, that takes us to the core of the principal character (Ben). This story is about our own struggle, how e sometimes make decisions in our lives to please others rather than to be happy with our selves. He needed a Cancer prognosis to wake him up and realize that life was happening while he was still trying to figure it out. I enjoyed seeing Joshua Jackson in this role since I truly admire him and believe he has tons of talent, he is smart, sexy and a bit cynical, which fitted perfectly for the role of Ben.
Now regarding the exceptional portrait of Canada, I have to say I felt struck at my core to see not only the amazing natural beauty of this Country, but also how the personality of Canada came through this movie in such a subtle but intense way.
As others have said before me, do not expect this movie to have a complicated plot, just expect the evolution of a simple man into a great human being.
5-Stars and definitely will be an addition to my collection.
I hope to see much more Canadian talent like this movie in the future!!
Now regarding the exceptional portrait of Canada, I have to say I felt struck at my core to see not only the amazing natural beauty of this Country, but also how the personality of Canada came through this movie in such a subtle but intense way.
As others have said before me, do not expect this movie to have a complicated plot, just expect the evolution of a simple man into a great human being.
5-Stars and definitely will be an addition to my collection.
I hope to see much more Canadian talent like this movie in the future!!
By laura young
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
This movie has been used in many kitchen table discussions over the year or so since we have watched it. My husband has watched it several times. Any movie that provides such varied fodder for discussion in our house is a winner. Not only the personal reactions/plot line, but the scenic clips of the cross Canada tour, of which we have travelled a portion on our own bike have been brought up many times. A simple movie that provided more value than many over priced Hollywood films.
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Great Canadian flim
I have seen this movie on TV and wanted to have a copy to own. It is not an adventure film, but I enjoyed the subtle humour and the sensitive parts. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Marlene Taylor
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A Canadian adventure
Watched the movie and thought, what a good movie about the way one man deals with a tough situation. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Ken
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Great Purchase - just as I expected
Browsing for the product was easy. Purchasing was simple too. The seller shipped the item very quickly and it was exactly as described. Read more
Published 19 months ago by acotek
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movie- one week
I had rented the movie 'One Week', I loved it and knew I'd have to buy the video right away. It's an unassuming story about an average young man who is told his time is limited. Read more
Published on May 16 2011 by Floranne
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20$
I saw this movie and really like it, but amazon is selling it for more than 20$ while you could get it for 10$ at hmv. Read more
Published on Dec 4 2010 by Genevieve Casgrain
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One Week
There is a lot I like about this movie. It has Joshua Jackson in it. it takes place in Canada... a huge majority of Canada. Read more
Published on Nov 2 2010 by Carolyn de Belle
5.0 out of 5 stars
The best, most life-changing cross-Canada trip ever
Ben Tyler is diagnosed with terminal cancer. His fiance wants him to start treatment immediately, but instead he panics, buys a motorcycle and heads west across Canada. Read more
Published on Aug 31 2010 by K. Frank
5.0 out of 5 stars
Absolutely gorgeous
I admit I bought this movie for the shallow reason of thinking Joshua Jackson looked nice on the cover. But whatever the reason for picking it up, I'm so glad I did. Read more
Published on Feb 13 2010 by Sunnygecko
5.0 out of 5 stars
Touching & funny movie
If you had one week to live, what would you do? That's the premise behind this comedy-drama about a school teacher who learns he has cancer. Read more
Published on Jan 16 2010 by Allan Tong
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Excellent movie
I am only basing this review on having seen the movie before. I can't attest to the quality of the DVD. Read more
Published on Dec 13 2009 by Bruce
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