So Close
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Movie Reviews of So Close
Movie Review: this is not "Charlie's Angels", but way better!
Summary: 5 Stars
The only reason this movie was compared to Charlie's Angels was because they both have three leading actresses who share the same amount of screen time. But "So Close" is far better than Charlie's Angels in terms of fighting scenes, soundtrack, plot (yeah even the plot), and gorgeous ladies! First the fighting scenes - what can I say! Definitely the best and this alone would make this action movie worthy of collecting. The fighting is very well designed for the ladies and quite unique.
Soundtrack - Theme music is very well scored for the development of the movie. And this alone is also worth collecting. I am surprised to find out that Karen Mok is such a good singer.
The plot - At least it has a plot (and subplots), unlike some of the Hollywood action movies. I have to say it started out a bit slow but it will glue you to your seat till the end.
The three ladies - well we need to redefine what "sexy" means. No bikinis needed for being sexy - it's a feeling. Shu Qi looks mysteriously sexy in that black cocktail dress when she fights with Karen Mok in the parking lot.
If you haven't watched this movie, go get it and you'll be pleasantly surprised.
Movie Review: Great movie!
Summary: 5 Stars
Ok, Im going to have to disagree with the other two reviewers...I dont see how this is a 'chick flick' just because the main characters are women and I hated "Charlie's Angels" and those other idiotic "lets drive cars real fast and call everything 'extreme!'" Michael Bay type movies but I really liked this movie. This was definately not your typical John Woo, hong kong action flick, but it seems to be the way the genre is going these days. Shu Qi was great so was Karen Mok, but this movie was my first time seeing Vicki Zhao (Zhao Wei) and I have to say Im impressed...and I dont say that often. High tech gadgets mixed with good old fashioned 'shoot everything you see' action makes for a great film. After I was done with this one, I went and tracked down every other Vicki Zhao film available, thats how impressed I was..
Movie Review: This has almost everything
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this movie because of Shu Qi. I was randomly looking around on Amazon for other Chinese movies to buy (besides my usual fare of Gong Li and Zhang Ziyi) and came across this.
Shu Qi is gorgeous...and I bought this for that reason alone.
Obviously, my expectation levels were very low.
I have since watched it no less than 50 times.
Highly entertaining, visually splendid, action-packed, funny, great (and original!) fight sequences...this is an action movie at it's best.
The movie starts off a bit cheesy, but once Shu Qi steps in, all is well. The love story also goes undeveloped, but honestly, you're not watching this for the drama. You want a love story, go buy The Notebook.
If you like beautiful women, action, martial arts, etc...you'll love this movie.
Movie Review: So Close is everything Charlie's Angels wished it could be!
Summary: 5 Stars
[WARNING: THIS REVIEW MAY CONTAIN A SPOILER]
That pretty much says it all. True, an important character dies during the film, but this is a very daring move on the part of the director. I do not care for main characters getting killed, but once in a while it's okay. It gives my "film reality" a jolt, something it needs. As a female assassin, Shu Qi ranks at the top rank of cinematic killers. I have no doubt that she could kill Arnold, Clint Eastwood or Mel Gibson in any film roles. She is also so easy on the eyes that her anti-social job is acceptable. The action is top notch, as is the cinematography. Hong Kong Cinema is far ahead of any other and it shows here. Rating: 8 out of 10.
Movie Review: THIS IS THE ULTIMATE ACTION-CHICK FLICK!
Summary: 5 Stars
Starring the hottest actresses in Asia, Shu Qi, Zhao Wei & Karen Mok have definitely proven themselves not just by their beauty but also by their AMAZING acting talents.
I was totally blown away by the fight scenes which is totally amazing. The plot of the movie wasn't your typical asian-cultured story with daggers & kimonos... this is modern action. Plus, the movie wasn't all about fighting. It contains a little comedy, thriller and romance. PLUS the drama. Of course
WELL, this is recommended for ya'll. CHARLIE's ANGELS, meet your ULTIMATE enemies.