Alright folks, let’s dive into “Feel the Noise,” a film that, despite its promising title, left me with mixed feelings. This movie attempts to blend hip-hop culture with a classic underdog story, but does it succeed? Hmm, well, maybe just barely.
So, Omarion Grandberry plays Rob, a young man fleeing from trouble in New York to the salsa-infused streets of Puerto Rico. Now, the transition from New York’s gritty backdrop to the vibrant PR nightlife is kinda exciting at first. You almost feel the warm breeze and hear the intoxicating rhythms. But, just when you start feeling the heat, the storyline cools down faster than a Swedish summer evening. It’s like they missed the mark, roaming between genres without fully committing to either.
The acting, well, it’s not Oscar-worthy, but it’s not terrible either. Jennifer Lopez’s husband, Marc Anthony, pops by as the reformed drug dealer who owns a club. He does bring a certain gravitas, almost like that grounding uncle you see every midsummer who’s been through it all and then some. But even his brief screen time can’t save some of the weaker dialogues.
Now, the music. Oh man, the soundtrack is pretty solid and definitely the highlight here. If you’re into reggaeton and rap, this might just be the mixtape for your next road trip to Norrland. But as much as the beats get your head bobbing, the plot stumbles more than a moose on an icy road. There are moments where you think, “Aha, this is going somewhere,” but then it just kinda doesn’t.
I remember the first time I heard Daddy Yankee’s “Gasolina” back in the day, and feeling that pure, unfiltered energy. This film, unfortunately, doesn’t quite replicate that. It’s like trying to make flatbread without tunnbröd – good effort, but missing that special touch.
Thinking about the themes of escape and finding oneself, it does resonate. I remember my own post-gymnasiet years, trying to figure out life while listening to endless playlists of mixed genres. This movie tries for a similar journey, but it doesn’t quite capture that same raw emotion.
You know what, though? Sometimes a film doesn’t need to be perfect to be enjoyable. If you’re in the mood for some decent music and don’t mind a patchy storyline, maybe give it a shot.
