REVOLVER (Guy Ritchie, 2005)
Guy Ritchie strikes back with another slick and stylish gangster flick. Following from his disastrous 2003 Razzie favorite, Swept Away, Ritchie really had something to prove. It's clearly evident that he wants to be taken seriously as a filmmaker, and I think Revolver is the perfect way to go. Like Lock, Stock and much like Snatch, the cool and vibrant camerawork returns, along with rising star Jason Statham. So does it have humor? Hardly. There may be a few chuckle-worthy moments scattered here and there, but don't be expecting another frantic black comedy, as this film is as serious as they come.
To a lot of people, Revolver may be a little hard to take in (its fast paced narrative and elaborate structure won't do any favors for the average filmgoer). Though in time, Revolver could go on to be the film Ritchie's remembered for. It isn't something that you'll forget in a hurry; this film demands repeat viewing.
Maybe it's not as good as Snatch, but it's one hell of a huge step up from the disappointing island movie he made with the Mrs.
I won't give any of the story away, just in case I ruin it. It's really best if you watch this film without knowing anything. So see it as soon as you can; if not for the totally mind boggling story, then at least for the outstanding creative visuals from one of today's most promising directors.
Grade: A-
To a lot of people, Revolver may be a little hard to take in (its fast paced narrative and elaborate structure won't do any favors for the average filmgoer). Though in time, Revolver could go on to be the film Ritchie's remembered for. It isn't something that you'll forget in a hurry; this film demands repeat viewing.
Maybe it's not as good as Snatch, but it's one hell of a huge step up from the disappointing island movie he made with the Mrs.
I won't give any of the story away, just in case I ruin it. It's really best if you watch this film without knowing anything. So see it as soon as you can; if not for the totally mind boggling story, then at least for the outstanding creative visuals from one of today's most promising directors.
Grade: A-
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