The Game
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Movie Reviews of The Game
Movie Review: Gordon Gecco gets hit by a truck
Summary: 5 Stars
I can't help but harken back to Michael Douglas's terriffic portrayal as a stock market financier in Wall Street. His character in The Game is strikingly similar to Gordon Gecco, except the dissimilarity of the Game's Orton is that instead of truly enjoying the merits of massive money monkey malarchy, he seems only interested in attaining more of it at the cost of no personal life whatsoever.
Douglas is again, his usual thriller great self. We see him at the true zenith of perfection in his attempts to discover the secrets of the corporation that set forth this intriguing but upsetting game which seems to be much more than the simplicity originally implied.
Oh sure, we expect something special in his brother's gift, but we certainly dont expect to be so far on the edge of our seat that we are getting cramps in our butts just trying to stay there.
What I truly loved about this movie is my own lack of ability to come to a true answer as to what was really going on. So often, it is within my and other's nature to try and be smart and figure out the intended ending, only to be found right and then slightly disappointed that the writer and director didn't go past our expectations. Not so with The Game. Game takes you so deep into this man's downward spiral while "playing" this deceptive game, figuring out it's true intent becomes second nature. By the end, your nerves are so shatterred from the journey, you feel like you've been right there with Van Orton experiencing every nuance of the events in reality yourself. Plus, the finale is truly magnificent, which I cannot spoil here. This movie is a true must for anyone who is a fan of movies that not only make you think, but defy the typical Hollywood thriller model.
Movie Review: One to play again and again
Summary: 5 Stars
This film has the power to reward endlessly. It is one to watch more and more, because as you do so, you enjoy it more and more. Much like the best games.At a superficial level, a psychological thriller, but as is usual with Fincher's films, it goes way beyond that. 'Alien 3' did much the same for me. At first viewing I was deeply underwhelmed. This was as in part due to James Cameron's phenonomenal 'Alien's', as it was to Fincher's unique cinematic style. His style again came to the fore in 'Panic Room', his film after 'The Game.'
However the cause for initial lack of love for the film, again probably is due to his previous masterpiece, 'Seven'. 'The Game' does take some getting into, but on repeated viewing has the capacity to reward viewers, not only with superlative acting perfomances, but a great script and a pace that is deliberately slow enough to make the viewer share Michael Douglas' sense of torment and unease at where his 'game' is all going. A must see, for those who enjoy an alternative, intelligent drama/thriller and want to ponder life's big questions.Well worth the investment.
Movie Review: Do I have to say it again? Give this a SPECIAL EDITION!!!
Summary: 1 Stars
ONE star for lack of a SE. If you were lucky to collect films on laserdisc in the 90's you had the chance to own this Fincher classic; unfortunately, you cannot partake of its supplemental material on dvd. It is a JOKE that whichever studio owns the rights will not give this the deluxe treatment. It isn't as though Fincher is some hack - look at what he's accomplished. It's a title that warrants a SE, there is NO QUESTION. Criterion, DO IT!Movie Review: Another great picture!
Summary: 5 Stars
This is another thrill ride you can't afford to miss! If you like "The Usual Suspects", then I highly recommend this film to you. I cannot imagine another great picture in years after this on. With a tag and cast/crew like this; it is well written, well scripted and above all, well performed! Again, my tape's worn out due to many viewings and I need to get the DVD.Movie Review: A very good, creepy movie
Summary: 5 Stars
When I saw this movie last year, I wasn't eager to see it at all. I went into it with no expectations because I hadn't see any other work by Fincher. But, afterwards, I thought that this movie was just great. The plot is very original, the acting is wonderful, there are many well made and developped creepy elements, and the conclusion of it is very unpredictable. The movie is about a frustrated banker that is remembering his father's suicide because it's going to be his 48th birthday and on his father 48th birthday, he had committed suicide. But when his younger brother gives him a very mysterious gift to play "the game", everything goes awry. The game has no rules and he doesn't know who he can trust. That's all I'll say so that I don't give away any spoilers. The movie develops perfectly and the acting is great by Michael Douglas and Sean Penn. The movie also develops thanks to many creepy elements. The flashback of the father's suicide is well made and everything in this movie clicks right. A definite must see.