jacobm Wrote:My wife and I rented this movie a couple weeks ago on a lark and loved it! Who knew Val Kilmer could be that good? The "look up idiot in the dictionary" line was priceless. I thought the ending, with Downey shooting at a moving car while holding onto a bridge with one hand was a bit too Hollywood, but overall it was excellent.
fpw Wrote:[SIZE="3"]This film is a tad too cute, a tad too clever, a tad too arch, a tad too self conscious for its own good, but it's a LOT of fun.
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The Russian roulette scene made me laugh out loud (which feels really weird when you're sitting alone in the dark).
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Scott Hajek Wrote:Finally watched this movie. Loved it!Now go watch Brick and tell me which one you like better.
Sometimes I have a hard time watching a movie like this. I watch them with headphones while my wife is asleep. I've disturbed her sleep at times with my laughter... the Russian Roulette scene reminded me of the scene in Pulp Fiction with the kid in the back seat of the car... I was the only person laughing in the entire theater. I know, I'm a sick, sick person.
fpw Wrote:[SIZE="3"]This film is a tad too cute, a tad too clever, a tad too arch, a tad too self conscious for its own good, but it's a LOT of fun. Post-modern seems to be a passe term these days, but this would certainly fit the bill with its self referential storyline and constant breaking of the 4th wall. Robert Downey Jr, who I like a lot as an actor, is perfect for the lead.
But if you ain't into the tropes of Hollywood noir, you'll probably find it boring and confusing. Even then, you might find yourself scratching your head. Don't fret, just sit back and enjoy the ride. It's violent but it has its share of humor too. The Russian roulette scene made me laugh out loud (which feels really weird when you're sitting alone in the dark).
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law dawg Wrote:Now go watch Brick and tell me which one you like better.