Bradley Cooper's performance is pretty much the best thing about the film and his efforts behind the camera are to be noted, but the finished product simply doesn't work. The film suffers from severe pacing issues, each scene drags way longer than it should and, for a film centered entirely on a couple and their relationship, I couldn't have cared less about them. A great part of the lack of emotional connection with the characters comes from Lady Gaga, her entire performance feels stale and fake, making it impossible to empathise with her character. For sure she is an excellent singer, but as an actress in here she lacks range and the ability to convey believable emotions. Frankly, I wouldn't recommend this movie.