Smokin' Aces
2007, Action/Comedy, 1h 49m
159 Reviews 250,000+ RatingsWhat to know
A violent mess of a movie, Smokin' Aces has some Quentin Tarantino's style but not much of his wit or humor. Read critic reviews
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Jack Dupree
Stanley Locke
Georgia Sykes
Don Carruthers
Buddy `Aces' Israel
Richard Messner
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Critic Reviews for Smokin' Aces
All Critics (159) | Top Critics (50) | Fresh (49) | Rotten (110)
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It wants to be a Tarantino-esque dark comedy about gun-slinging, substance-abusing lowlifes. But instead it's a convoluted, slap-happy, humorless bloodfest.
September 22, 2007 -
The biggest and most unfortunate problem with Smokin' Aces is the complete lack of anyone to root for or even against.
March 24, 2007 -
Not a fresh idea emerges from this risible exercise in muscle-car camerawork, squib-crazy shoot-outs and self-admiring pyrotechnics.
February 3, 2007 | Rating: 1/6 | Full Review… -
Half the time the movie wants to be balls-out weird, and it is. But the other half -- the half with the good guys -- is plodding procedural fare.
February 3, 2007 | Rating: 2/5 | Full Review… -
We just sit there numbly, awaiting the next sensation and trying, without notable success, to comprehend the preposterous backstory.
January 31, 2007 | Full Review… -
Violence is spread throughout the film, and some of it is entertaining, I have to admit. But the climax at Buddy's Tahoe penthouse is Tarantino on speed.
January 30, 2007 | Rating: 2.5/4 | Full Review…
Audience Reviews for Smokin' Aces
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Aug 25, 2019I don't think I can tell you that Smokin' Aces is good. But I have seen the movie on three seperate occasions in the past thirteen years, roughly evenly spread apart. And each time I have not only enjoyed it, I enjoyed it more than the last time. This movie is very dumb. But fast and fun and oh boy what a cast.Gimly M Super Reviewer
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Apr 24, 2016This movie tries to be more clever than it actually is with a plot that is hard to understand due to the fact that we are introduced to so many cast members in such a short time we have no clue what was going on and the twists through the film lose any shock value due to the fact that the whole story isn't explained well, There was some good violent action and some bits were clever, but apart from that we go away from this film feeling kind of numb and dissapointed.Jamie C Super Reviewer
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Oct 17, 2013[img]http://images.rottentomatoes.com/images/user/icons/icon13.gif[/img]Directors C Super Reviewer
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Dec 04, 2012Smokin' Aces is a fun, entertaining ride from start to finish. Effectively directed by Joe Carnahan, this is a smartly crafted and exciting picture that should please action buffs looking for a good two hours to kill. The film does have limitations, and the film's script does fall apart in some areas, and you clearly see that in some scenes. I think it's a great shame because this had the potential of being one of the most stunning action thrillers to come out in quite some time. However, the acting and directing are top-notch and it's what keeps you involved and the film does have some action packed scenes, which overcomes its flaws. Smokin' Aces had so much more potential, and though it falls short in some areas, the great cast keep it going and the action is pretty intense. If that's what you're looking for, then this is the perfect film for you. Despite its lacking moments, the script is peppered with sharp, humorous dialogue which elevates the film significantly. The flaws are there, but at least the characters are colorful and are interesting, and the plot is good for what it is, however it could have been done a bit better. Joe Carnahan is a good director, and he is able to craft a good, entertaining picture and that's what Smokin' Aces is, a flawed, but entertaining film that overcomes its imperfection due to a great cast, effective and well written dialogue that is pretty funny and more than makes up for its plot flaws. If you're looking for a good little time waster, Smokin' Aces manages to be just that, and if you can easily get past the lacking moments, you're sure to have fun with this one.Alex r Super Reviewer
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