The Boondock Saints
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Movie Reviews of The Boondock Saints
Movie Review: Now in my top 3 favorite movies!
Summary: 5 Stars
This movie is incredible! I really didn't think that I'd enjoy it because I had to watch it in my Film class at school, but I loved it. And right after I got out of class I went and rented it and watched it again and again and again. I honestly don't know what it is about this movie that is so intriguing, but it is. Maybe it's the fact that it's left with such uncertainty of whether or not you should consider the two main characters heroes or not. I think that's what the ending credits are supposed to prove - that the film makers weren't trying to make you think these guys are heroes, but they weren't making them out as villians either. It's up to YOU to decided that. The movie is just done so beautifully, and it's one of my favorite indies to date. It's definately a great movie. And I think it's obvious that the film wasn't made for any particular sex. It's great for both male and female film fans. What I really loved about this film, though, is that it's not just hardcore action and blowing up of things. There's meaning behind all of it. It really leaves you thinking about all the events so you can decided whether or not you want to believe these guys are good or bad.
I know I wasn't disappointed in the film, and I know that no one I know was disappointed in the film... I'm pretty hard to please when it comes to movies, and this one certainly got my attention. I recommend this movie to every open-minded individual who is a fan of films.
***** 5 stars
Movie Review: It's rare that....
Summary: 5 Stars
.....a movie that went straight to video and had almost no promotions would gather such a following by hearsay alone. But such is the case with Boondock Saints, the debut film by writer/director Troy Duffy. I happened upon this movie by mere chance when a friend at work rented it and let me borrow it. "Look I know you've never heard of this but just watch it. For God's sake, watch it." So I took it home and watched it. Called another friend, told him to come over....then I watched it again. Later I started to search for this on video. Unfortunately, it wasn't available! Anyone who had a VHS copy owned a pre-viewed rental copy. EVENTUALLY it became available on DVD in all its glory. The commentary by Duffy is hilarious and the optional subtitle can sometimes come in handy during some of the 'more incoherent' Irish dialogues. The characters are VERY Irish and their accents are thick but I'd have it no other way.
I love how protective some of these reviewers are. Someone said that he actually hurts inside when someone says they don't like this movie. Right on. There are plenty of true fans out there that will always be around to proclaim this film as a masterpiece. Years from now, future generations will carry the legacy and pass it on to our decendents. It makes me so happy *tear*.
Keep an eye out for 'All Saints Day'.....the Boondock Saints sequel! Check the official website for details.
Movie Review: A favorite
Summary: 5 Stars
connor and murphy are good catholic boys that seem to get in an awful lot of trouble -well, scrapes (opening with a scene of them brawling with a new employee at their work - that the audience just wants to knock out as well). All relatively mild until the day they piss off the russian mofia and kill two would be killers. and get away with it. the brothers, then realizing how lucrative the killing of evil men can be (as well as morally just and right) begin a killing spree with their lack witted accomplice & friend, rocco - the funny man. enter il duce, the most feared killer of men in the world, just parolled from a foreign prison by the city's bad guys to kill connor and murphy. interspursed with scenes of willam dafoe as a smart fed working to catch them with the local cops- but himself caught up in the idea of their very direct justice.This movie is appealing on many levels. The love between the brothers and their shorthand with each other is sincere as is their loyalty to those they consider theirs. it holds the movie together. The comedy is in almost every scene - even during a murder scene there are times when the brothers are arguing that I just wanted to laugh at the honesty in the relationship.
The extras on this DVD (the scene where they receive a phone call from their mother especially - both men have spectacular butts and the scene is really funny) is worth the price of the dvd.
Movie Review: Lots of Rewatchability!!!!
Summary: 5 Stars
This is one of those movies that has no pretensions to burden the story. Although people might wish to read something into this movie, it is simply an AMAZING STORY, capped off by an Oscar-worthy performance by Willem DaFoe.
When two Irish brothers decide to go vigilante, an eccentric cop, a slimy best friend, and a host of Mob Bosses and hitmen get involved. The result is one of the most clever yet uncluttered, violent but sympathetic, and tragic yet hilarious movies of the past few decades. Although not a huge smash when it came out, Boondock Saints has gained a huge cult following thanks to its strong central premise, underdogs to root for, and, as mentioned earlier, an INCREDIBLE performance by DaFoe. You have to think that if he had played this part in a movie that would be taken seriously by the Oscars, he'd definitely of had a shot at Best Supporting Actor. A conflicted gay detective who solves crimes while listening to Opera could have easily been a joke role, but DaFoe somehow makes him that more captivating. He lends a mind to the film when it threatens to degenerate into unrelated mindless killing scenes.
DaFoe's performace is probably enough to warrant a PURCHASE of this film, but if you're just looking for a bit of the ol' ultraviolence to spice up your evening, Boondock Saints is well worth the RENTAL.
Movie Review: Amazing
Summary: 5 Stars
Sean Patrick Flanery and Norman Reedus play two Irish brothers who seem to be ordained by God to rid the world of evil in the controversial film "The Boondock Saints". Flanery and Reedus play Connor and Murphy, who first kill out of self defense but then seem to get a message from God and take on vigilantly roles, hunting down and killing leading criminals and their criminal families. William Dafoe takes on the role of an FBI agent that is heading the murder cases of these two brothers. After discovering their identities and their motives he feels they are necessary. This film stirs up debate about vigilantes and whether or not their actions are justified.
Even though this film was a "direct to video" film, I feel it is one of the best movies to own. It wasn't released into theaters, apparently because its release date was to close to that of the Columbine shootings. This didn't really make sense to me because it had nothing in common with it, except for the presence of guns. Director Troy Duffy creates Tarantino type fight scenes so any fan of films such as "Pulp Fiction" or "Reservoir Dogs" would definitely enjoy this one. For a film to be not only a low budget one but also a "direct to video" one and to be as successful in sales as this one, that shows how many other people believe that this is a great film.