Get Carter
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Movie Reviews of Get Carter
Movie Review: Pretty decent film -better than what is said
Summary: 4 Stars
When Jack Carter went off to find out if his brother had been the victim of foul play he never thought he'd enrage so many viewers who found it boring or too violent or not violent enough. This movie does tell a story, and focuses on how Carter realizes what a waste his life has been, what he could have been -with his dead brother as an example- and of course he is not, and it does it very well. Not every movie has to be full of shootouts and gore. This is a great work of style, and the dull opinions of how the excess of style towers the plot (although respected ones) is a proof of how badly educated common audiences are (the ones who prefer linear stories). Forget the cynicism and watch this movie for what it is: a good piece of entertainmentMovie Review: good movie for another era.Haven't seen the original but..
Summary: 4 Stars
If this movie was made about 20 years ago; I could see it being a hit. The trouble is that Stallone is choosing scripts that would have worked ...if done in the eighties. We've all seen this plot before. He performance is good but his character is too one note. He wants revenge for the death of his brother. I didn't believe his hit man with a heart of gold act though. The action scenes were good. The action was very influenced by music videos. While not a total waste of time the movie needed more substance to work.
I could see Stallone in roles taken by Al Pacino and Robert DeNiro..I think that he needs a role that doesn't put him in the tough guy mode. "Cop Land" proved to me he could do Oscar material.
Movie Review: Action Movie--Nothing Less, Nothing More
Summary: 4 Stars
This is a typical action romp with Sly Stallone--and it pays off. Though it's not Sly's best, the action is strong, the dialogue is sharp, and the plot is intense. And Sly's acting is definately above-average, as is everyone else's in the movie (i.e. Mike Caine, Mick Rourke). Those expecting Oscar to visit aren't going to expect much, but as a good Stallone action film, it works. Most critics are holding "Get Carter" to expectations it doesn't meet. But the movie is not "American Beauty." Sly is an action star--it's what he does best, and in "Get Carter," he delivers.Movie Review: A Solid Film
Summary: 4 Stars
Many people hated this film for one big reason, the lack of action. In a sense I found that to make Get Carter better than I expected. It is not everyday that you find a Sly Stalone film that has depth and style. I enjoyed the storyline and the characters, plus the film techniques are astounding. That keeps the film interesting and it gives a view through the eyes of the characters themselves. I really enjoyed the score and soundtrack as well. It established the feeling and mood very well. I recommend this film.Movie Review: Not as Good as the Original, but still a Great Revenge Flick
Summary: 4 Stars
A Watered down version of the Original was Always Expected, but at least it turned out better than I anticipated. Sly is as Big and Intimidating as ever, and he gives another great acting job as Carter, the Man on a Mission. The Supporting Cast is Great and at some stages I was actually rooting for Mickey Rourke. An Above Average Remake.