F.I.S.T.
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Movie Reviews of F.I.S.T.
Movie Review: F.I.S.T
Summary: 5 Stars
This tells how one union came into being (they were needed as most but not all big bussiness owners were a-holes who made money off other people's labors and payed lousy wages, and now those same unions and some even bigger ones are choking this country to death.
Only in America!
Movie Review: One of Stallone's better performances
Summary: 4 Stars
Let me say that I've always been a Stallone fan. I've always liked such films as Rocky I & II, Copland, the original First Blood, Lock Up, and Cliffhanger. If those are your favorites as well, then I think you'll like F.I.S.T.
I won't rehash the plot here, you can read about that in Amazon's description. What I will say is that if Sly had continued in the direction of films like this, I think he'd be perceived today as being a much better actor. When he opens his heart to a role, and truly gives of himself to a character, he is capable of great things. "Rocky" and "Copland" are great examples of this. "F.I.S.T." isn't quite on a par with "Copland", and it doesn't pack the emotional weight of "Rocky", but it still deserves to be listed amoungst those films as examples of what Sly can do when he lets his guard down.
If, on the other hand, you want to see Sly's work when his guard is up and he's totally closed his inner self off to a role, go watch "Cobra" or "Rambo III". Yes, "Rambo III" has its merits, but Sly so often hid his inner gifts from the camera's eye, and that's just not what acting's about.
This is a film in which Sly truly invested himself. His performance is strong, and I hope that Hollywood gives him a chance to flex his acting muscles again sometime soon. "Rocky Balboa" is soon to be released, directed and written by Stallone. Hopefully it will remind the movie moguls that this man is has his gifts. If you'd like to see Stallone showing some of his dramatic talents, watch this film.
And Mr. Stallone, if you are reading this, please consider a film version of "Death of a Salesman". You'd be perfect for it, and you already got a standing ovation for it when you were still a young man and contemplating being an actor. A film version, directed by you, would be great.
Also, how about a film about Bernard Kerik? A few years ago I read a story about how both you and Mel Gibson were competing for this role. The solution? You star and co-write the screenplay with Mr. Kerik, whilst Mr. Gibson directs and produces. It's a winning combination. Mr. Stallone, you're all about New York and Mel isn't, but Mel's experience with acting in and directing great character-driven action roles would make him the perfect director for you in such an outing.
Movie Review: Union Epic Falls Short
Summary: 4 Stars
This fictionalized account of Jimmy Hoffa and the Teamsters Union is riveting for more than half the film but looses steam as it reaches it's conclusion. It's not that the latter part of the story doesn't have inherent interest rather director Norman Jewison directs this portion rather ploddingly and less assured than the film's earlier moments. What is refreshing is that this is probably the best work that Sylvester Stallone has ever done in a film. Stallone is required to age 20 years or so in the film and he is more than up to the demands of playing Johnny Kovak, a union leader forced to make unconscionable compromises in order to strengthen his union. It's unfortunate that Stallone didn't gravitate more towards these type of projects during the course of his career. Film does contain a strong supporting cast in David Huffman, Kevin Conway, Peter Boyle, Tony LoBianco, and Melinda Dillon. I did find a little overbearing Rod Steiger as a headline grabbing Senator.Movie Review: Stallone is top notch
Summary: 4 Stars
Stallone is and has always been a fine actor.I agree when some say he strayed away from it over the years,but to say he is bad and be surprised that he can do good work is an insult.His performance in this very entertaining and epic drama is perfect example(while films like Tango & Cash are examples of "just pay me"Stallone).I'm never surprised when he is great in a film,I'm more surprised when he coasts through.Check this film out if you want to be entertained,and watch an underated thespian at his best.Movie Review: good quality
Summary: 4 Stars
I got the DVD in a sqare cardboard box and the DVD was held well incased in a plastic slim casing with the picture and title in front. The movie came out very well and in good quality, I was pleased. The price was inexpensive and I hope to do more buisiness in the future with you.