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Post by doddgerhardt on Sept 26, 2020 20:31:21 GMT
Is this worth giving a go? I know it was hated by many, but a lot on paper intrigues me and I know some enjoy it.
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Post by futuretrunks on Sept 26, 2020 21:06:04 GMT
Nah, just watch the trailer and imagine we got some Zodiac meets Chinatown meets L.A. Confidential level work instead of a fiasco. Also, Swank was pretty good, and the great Fiona Shaw horrendously bad.
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Post by stephen on Sept 26, 2020 21:07:44 GMT
My second favorite supporting actress performance of all time, with cinematography and a score that I personally rate in my top ten of all time, and production design that is pretty damn close. The rest of the film has its issues, but I still think it's worth watching.
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Post by pacinoyes on Sept 26, 2020 21:32:06 GMT
The movie overall gives the impression that De Palma is a faltering director - some of its components work but overall the total film makes you think what would De Palma have done with this when he was at his peak.
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Post by TerryMontana on Sept 26, 2020 21:38:14 GMT
Mediocre movie. It has its moments though.
Better read the book and skip the film imo.
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Post by urbanpatrician on Sept 26, 2020 21:39:05 GMT
Mia Kirshner.
That should let you know whether it's worth watching or not.
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Post by Viced on Sept 26, 2020 21:40:14 GMT
#ReleaseTheDePalmaCut
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Post by stephen on Sept 26, 2020 22:00:46 GMT
Do that and then deep-fake Mia Kirshner onto Hilary Swank's face and you can have all my money. |
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Post by finniussnrub on Sept 26, 2020 23:08:52 GMT
Worth watching for the technicals and Kirshner. The flaws stand out but so do its merits.
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Post by JangoB on Sept 27, 2020 0:36:03 GMT
What does indeed sound intriguing on paper unfortunately turns out to be a rather disappointing mess. But if you're into De Palma then this should not be missed - as heavily flawed as it is, misfires like this are still quite intriguing to assess. And at least you'll have something to satisfy your eyes with as the visual side of the film is quite wonderful.
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Post by MsMovieStar on Sept 27, 2020 1:01:40 GMT
Oh honey, it's hilarious just for Fiona Shaws scenes. I think she was in the wrong movie.
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Post by stephen on Sept 27, 2020 1:05:30 GMT
Oh honey, it's hilarious just for Fiona Shaws scenes. I think she was in the wrong movie. |
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