Order of Chaos Reviews
John W.
August 29, 2012
interesting movie as we watch the lead character become increasingly delusional and out of touch, we're forced to ask was he pushed or did he jump? We're all influenced by outside factors, but at what point does that become excuse-making? What happens when we fail to hold ourselves accountable to ourselves?
February 21, 2012
There are plenty of things not to like about this movie, but the single biggest offender for me was the grating music that plays throughout and drowns out the dialogue. I can't watch something that makes my brain hurt, and this poor excuse for entertainment certainly did that. Wasn't really the fault of any of the actors, either... whoever was responsible for this soundtrack ought to be shot.
TammiOblivion
August 11, 2010
A troubled nerd is approached and dominated by a cocky psychopath, only in this version of the familiar story, they are corporate attorneys. It starts out similarly to Bad Influence and Single White Female, and then takes a bizarre twist. Solid suspense, not what you're expecting.
December 8, 2010
Rick encourages John to stop letting "anyone push you around," with unfortunate consequences. Is this just Rick's underhanded way of usurping his rival's position?
But things change with the arrival of new hire Rick. He's a brashly confident alpha dog and party monster who throws endless verbal punches, then covers each jab with a questionably sincere, "Just kidding."
Rick encourages John to stop letting "anyone push you around," with unfortunate consequences. Is this just Rick's underhanded way of usurping his rival's position?
October 6, 2010
normally i like the performances of Rhys Coiro and Milo Ventimigla but even that couldn't keep me interested in the movie, they made the first 20min of the movie watchable by being the great actors that they are but after that even that can't keep you attention
great performances from the guys the rest to me was pretty bleh
was really bored with this one didn't watch till the end
normally i like the performances of Rhys Coiro and Milo Ventimigla but even that couldn't keep me interested in the movie, they made the first 20min of the movie watchable by being the great actors that they are but after that even that can't keep you attention
great performances from the guys the rest to me was pretty bleh
July 19, 2010
''In a world of no absolutes, right and wrong is just a matter of perspective. ''
that's all it took for me to want to see it..
''In a world of no absolutes, right and wrong is just a matter of perspective. ''
EddieGunner
April 28, 2010
so slooooooooooooooooow and soooooooooo boringgg
April 11, 2010
The acting and dialog was lacking though; I was left wanting more out of them and they just didn't deliver. The chemistry was all wrong, and the filming took away from what could have been salvaged of the plot.
It's rated as a thriller, but there was nothing really thrilling about it.
the thing that caught my attention the most was nothing to do with the story; things scribbled on the walls such as '911 was an inside job'; when Rick said: 'It's the end of the world- do what you want!'; and the way certain things were filmed. that is what kept my attention, and I thought that maybe there's something deeper than the actual movie here; an underlying message. I think I was mistaken. So ... I didn't really learn anything new, and didn't come away with anything mind-boggling :D
[i've looked everywhere for the soundtrack but I can't find it (which is saying a lot!) ... so if someone comes across this and knows where to find a link to it; i'd be grateful.]
From the reviews I have read most people complain about the soundtrack. I actually liked it.
The acting and dialog was lacking though; I was left wanting more out of them and they just didn't deliver. The chemistry was all wrong, and the filming took away from what could have been salvaged of the plot.
It's rated as a thriller, but there was nothing really thrilling about it.
the thing that caught my attention the most was nothing to do with the story; things scribbled on the walls such as '911 was an inside job'; when Rick said: 'It's the end of the world- do what you want!'; and the way certain things were filmed. that is what kept my attention, and I thought that maybe there's something deeper than the actual movie here; an underlying message. I think I was mistaken. So ... I didn't really learn anything new, and didn't come away with anything mind-boggling :D
[i've looked everywhere for the soundtrack but I can't find it (which is saying a lot!) ... so if someone comes across this and knows where to find a link to it; i'd be grateful.]
Zeppo1
April 12, 2010
A smart dramatic thriller that allows it's characters to come to life nicely while remaining believable to its set up. Not everything works perfectly, but I really liked the way this picture took its time and refused to fall into many of the typical suspense traps.
John, played by Rhys Coiro, is a successful lawyer at a respected Los Angeles law firm. He needs more backbone, but overall he is good at his job. Then one day Rich, a young hotshot lawyer is hired at the firm. He also has moved into the same apartment building as John. They become uneasy friends as Rich begins leading John down a dangerous path that jeopardizes his job and his relationship with his girlfriend.
Rhys Coiro and Milo Ventimiglia, who plays Rich, are really what sets this thriller apart. Their performances are excellent. Vincent Vieluf, who starred in films like "Rat Race" and "An American Werewolf in London" makes an impressive writing and directorial debut.
*** (out of four)
A smart dramatic thriller that allows it's characters to come to life nicely while remaining believable to its set up. Not everything works perfectly, but I really liked the way this picture took its time and refused to fall into many of the typical suspense traps.
John, played by Rhys Coiro, is a successful lawyer at a respected Los Angeles law firm. He needs more backbone, but overall he is good at his job. Then one day Rich, a young hotshot lawyer is hired at the firm. He also has moved into the same apartment building as John. They become uneasy friends as Rich begins leading John down a dangerous path that jeopardizes his job and his relationship with his girlfriend.
Rhys Coiro and Milo Ventimiglia, who plays Rich, are really what sets this thriller apart. Their performances are excellent. Vincent Vieluf, who starred in films like "Rat Race" and "An American Werewolf in London" makes an impressive writing and directorial debut.
March 31, 2009
The beginning of the movie made somewhat more sense than the rest of it, but it was a bit jerky. Sure, that was the style that was maintained thorough the entire film, and while it was kind of fascinating, it also made the movie confusing - which wasn't good at all.
I watched this movie to see Milo Ventimiglia, I admit, and in that respect I don't regret watching the film at all. Milo as Rick was strong, arrogant, smart(ass), and fantastic to look at.
Rhys Coiro as John, on the other hand, was shaky, and totally off his rocker most of the time. His character was supposed to be messed up, I get that, but in the end it just didn't work out that well.
Not the worst movie I've seen, and there were some good moments in the fast-paced plot, but all in all it was a bit too jerky and insane for my tastes.
I liked the music of the movie, though. Might buy the soundtrack.
A slightly strange, bizarre movie. It felt like the camera work and plot were slightly off their medication as well.
The beginning of the movie made somewhat more sense than the rest of it, but it was a bit jerky. Sure, that was the style that was maintained thorough the entire film, and while it was kind of fascinating, it also made the movie confusing - which wasn't good at all.
I watched this movie to see Milo Ventimiglia, I admit, and in that respect I don't regret watching the film at all. Milo as Rick was strong, arrogant, smart(ass), and fantastic to look at.
Rhys Coiro as John, on the other hand, was shaky, and totally off his rocker most of the time. His character was supposed to be messed up, I get that, but in the end it just didn't work out that well.
Not the worst movie I've seen, and there were some good moments in the fast-paced plot, but all in all it was a bit too jerky and insane for my tastes.
I liked the music of the movie, though. Might buy the soundtrack.
