Diamond Men
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Movie Reviews of Diamond Men
Movie Review: Sometimes it takes a lot more than two
Summary: 4 Stars
"Beware, I am the jewel and around me there is lead, pallid, ignominious lead!"
A friend of mine reminded me of this movie recently via e-mail, so I stuck in an old copy and gave it another viewing. I'd forgotten how much I enjoyed it. I enjoyed it so much I decided to write a review to remind myself how much I enjoyed it in case I ever forgot again. I think it was Oscar Wilde, or Mel, the cook on Alice, who said something like only a shallow person doesn't judge a book by its cover. I don't think that's true with film, because like so many others, if I'd judged this movie by its cover art I would've never taken the time to watch it, since on the surface it appears to be another generic heist movie. I'm glad I bothered, though. Sure, it is a standard story, but what saves this low-budget film are the strong performances from leads Robert Forster and Donnie Wahlberg, as well as interesting supporting characters, including brothel workers played by Bess Armstrong and Jasmine Guy. Bess Armstrong teaches Wahlburg's rookie salesman character many important lessons that help him keep his job, mainly how to communicate with those different from you, that you get what you give, and the more honest you are with yourself the easier it is to sniff out other people's lies. Whether or not she's able to follow her own lessons isn't clear, and maybe it isn't important, since Wahlberg and his partner wind up better people in the end. Director Dan M. Cohen is a gifted director who knows how to inject humanity into a variety of stock characters. If you're someone who has a nose for films like "One False Move" or the films of Victor Nunez, you'll probably enjoy "Diamond Men."
Movie Review: fine acting, but less than I expected
Summary: 4 Stars
Robert Forster inhabits the role of rock-solid diamond salesman Eddie Miller. He's had a heart attack and is being forced off his sales route, but first he must train his obnoxious and immature replacement (Donnie Wahlberg). The actors, including a supporting cast that includes Bess Armstrong and Jasmine Guy, are uniformly good. I thought the movie shone when the two men interacted professionally, as Forster taught Wahlberg life lessons, but weakened as the plot unfolded. Still, this was fun to watch and the director's commentary is quite interesting (although, sir, I don't think you needed to tell us that one bare-breasted babe was "all natural, no silicone" -- yuk!). Other DVD extras include three short deleted scenes and Spanish or English subtiles.Movie Review: fine acting, but less than I expected
Summary: 4 Stars
Robert Forster inhabits the role of rock-solid diamond salesman Eddie Miller. He's had a heart attack and is being forced off his sales route, but first he must train his obnoxious and immature replacement (Donnie Wahlberg). The actors, including a supporting cast that includes Bess Armstrong and Jasmine Guy, are uniformly good. I thought the movie shone when the two men interacted professionally, as Forster taught Wahlberg life lessons, but weakened as the plot unfolded. Still, this was fun to watch and the director's commentary is quite interesting (although, sir, I don't think you needed to tell us that one bare-breasted babe was "all natural, no silicone" -- yuk!). Other DVD extras include three short deleted scenes and Spanish or English subtiles.Movie Review: Pleasant suprise!!
Summary: 4 Stars
Wow. I had no expectations going in to this movie. I rented it on the strength of some reviews on the DVD cover. That's always a dicey prospect, but the reviews were by large publications that I've actually heard of, so I gave it a go.What an honest, perfectly acted little movie! Donnie Wahlberg is really good as the hotshot new employee about to replace the "older guy". But the anchor is Robert Forster. His acting is so good that it's like watching a person you're friends with. I can't say enough about this natural, real and heartfelt performance. Kudos to everyone involved in this entertaining, well-acted film.
Movie Review: A subtle movie with lots of sparkle
Summary: 4 Stars
I saw this film on Independent Film Channel so I can't comment on the DVD aspects. But the story is great. As another review mentioned, this is a character study and you won't see any elves or CGI. Just some characters that are working together in a push-pull relationship and then together. Robert Forrester is an under-rated actor. He can take dialogue and drive it straight home. It would be a good movie for someone starting their first job. Listening and observing is just a important as the knowledge you think you have.