Shanghai Triad (1995) |
90% | |
Inglourious Basterds (2009) |
90% | |
Public Enemies (2009) |
80% | |
Hanussen (1988) |
90% | |
Taken (2009) |
70% | |
The style of this fiim haunts one, it calls for multiple watchings. The pace demands attention. The "schi-schi" music of the language reinforces the value of subtitles. It would be unlikely that dubbing could convey the subtlelty of the dialogue. Understated in many ways... More
Rich in cinematic history (many explained for those not initiated in the references). Tension building scenes which go on until you gasp for air. Leni Riefenstahl gets dissed. Compelling performance by the "colonel". All-in-all, unpredictable, fascinating.
Nice attempt at a story line, even if not quite accurate. Lot's of potential for more adjacent character development, but that would have made the movie too lengthy for the suits. Tucson audience laughed at the fake saguaro cactus in the middle of downtown Tucson. Even in... More
Yes, Don Cheadle is once again the earnest hero. His backstory is more credible than most, correct casting. Story bumps along and is engaging to the point where you don't really mind the disconnects and leaps. Plays to many people's prejudices. Overall,, satisfactory... More
So much going on in this one; could have been a series (like "Lost"). Wraps up too quickly, but satisfyingly. My SO hated this one. She says I owe her a big chick flick. I think it was an 80.
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