Strange Days
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Movie Reviews of Strange Days
Movie Review: What other movies about Y2K were so much fun?
Summary: 5 Stars
I loved this movie, if nothing else because it is one of the few times that Ralph Fiennes leaves behind the glacial, remote,untouchable persona of so many of his roles. Yeah,he's kind of greasy at first, but by the end, his eyes are so soft,his face so emotive with love for his friend and desperation to do the right thing.
Plus, this was- at the time, the only modern movie where a beautiful White man, realizes he loves a beautiful Black woman- a woman he respects and has always been his friend. No skanky sex shenanigans here (at least not between these two- Juliette takes care of that part!)!
There was so much hoopla about Y2K- people really thought there would be riots, and such. I stayed home, and they had the entire police force out on 6th street in Austin, for fear of trouble! So, it fit the time as pop entertainment.
Now, well, it's kind of tired, but Ralph is still so tender and tormented, a regular kind of screwed up guy- I watch it again, and again just to see him.
Movie Review: Strange Days - Don't believe the negative reviews.
Summary: 5 Stars
Strange Days is one of those love /hate films. I first saw it in London on the day of release, in the cinema. I sat there stunned, gripped by the immersive visuals, virtual technology and brutal storyline set against the turn of the millenium.Repeated viewings on dvd have proved this movie to be a thought provoking, rollercoaster ride. Not since Bladerunner has the blend of new technology and 20th century decadence been so well mixed. The Squib technology is fascinating, with so much potential; within the context of the film it is pornography that drives the market (parallels with the internet?)and provides Fiennes' character with painful revists of his lost love.
There are blips in the plot where it thins, the casting is a little skewed, but stick with it and witness the stunning events that unfold. I felt the energy of the millenium countdown at the end of the film actually eclipsed the real night here in London.
Recommended; definitely up there with Terminator,Bladerunner, Aliens et al.
Movie Review: It's great but not very much publicized.
Summary: 5 Stars
I've stumbled upon this film incidentally while taking the stack of tapes from my friends flat. They did not recommend me any of the films I was borrowing so I was surprised when the movie got hold of me from the very beginning. The main idea is rather new, but it's new in a way you are prepared to deal with and enjoy. You do not have to ask yourself an irritating questions of the "What the hell is this Matrix?" category. There is a perfect balance of challenging and recognizable concepts, of action and emotion. The only thing I did not like were Juliette Lewis' mannerisms. Also I agree that the final joining of Fiennes with the black girl is staged out of need for a meaningful ending scene. They were through a lot but I do not think they will be together for long. This film is a hidden treasure - not many people heard of it, but if you see the movie you are guaranteed a couple of hours of pure enjoyment.Movie Review: Y2K All Over again!...
Summary: 5 Stars
STRANGE DAYS is a very ambitious movie, perhaps too ambitious. We have a virtual-reality headset that takes those who wear it into the actual experiences of others, complete w/ sensations and emotions (think BRAINSTORM). Ralph Fiennes plays a peddler of such techno-toys. He finds himself plunged into the middle of a conspiracy involving corrupt cops, a murdered rap star, a serial-killer, prostitution, and his ex-girlfriend (Juliette Lewis from CAPE FEAR, KALIFORNIA, NATURAL BORN KILLERS, THE 4TH FLOOR). During all of this, Fiennes is oblivious to the fact that he is loved by his beautiful friend / protector (Angela Bassett). DAYS is a suspense / thriller w/ sci-fi elements. There's also some socio-political commentary. It's even a story of love, both lost and found! Thankfully, Kathryn Bigelow (NEAR DARK) does a nice job of tying together the many strands of Jim Cameron's massive storyline. Well worth owning...Movie Review: Strange Days indeed...
Summary: 5 Stars
I've been a fan of this film for years, way before I even knew what is was called (came across it many a late nights).
"Strange Days" is an awesome movie, a thiller set in the not so distant future. (Well at the time it was filmed, now it's 5 years in the past.). What I love is that it's character driven, Angela Basset is amazing. She's a strong character, yet fragile at the same time.
The soundtrack for this film is a keeper. It's totally in pace with the movie, and keeps things going.
These characters have so much thrown at them because of a single event. It's kind of hard to ge lost in this film, but that's what makes is so good. You can feel what the characters are going through.
Trust me, this is one hell of a movie.