“Salmon Fishing in the Yemen” Is Pretty Good

If you like character driven stories then you will probably like "Salmon Fishing in Yemen". Director Lasse Hallstrom ("The Shipping News", "Cider House Rules") and the main stars (Ewan McGregor, Emily Blunt, and Kristin Scott Thomas) are all great and the movie has its heavier moments, but it is mostly a witty look at folks trying to live their life the best they can…. while introducing salmon fishing to a shiek's estate in Yemen. And yes… that is ridiculous.

The movie isn't deep, or gripping, it is just a likeable story with likeable people whose lives aren't perfect. I wish there were more movies like this.

Here's the trailer: