The Limey
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Movie Reviews of The Limey
Movie Review: A Remarkable Film
Summary: 5 Stars
I almost turned the film off at the beginning, disconcerted by its abrupt and seemingly random shifts of time and place. But after I allowed myself to be drawn into the film's world, I enjoyed it immensely. Unlike typical characters in film "thrillers," the players in "The Limey" were understated, seemingly more authentic. Although nothing like "Pulp Fiction," "The Limey's" often offhand dialogue had the same charm. Terrance Stamp's Character, Wilson, although not quite certain where he was going, moved forward relentlessly to uncover the mystery of his daughter's death and achieve satisfaction for his loss. The denouement, while completely unexpected, couldn't have been more perfect.Movie Review: "Tell Them I'm Cominggggggg! "
Summary: 5 Stars
Terence Stamp is fantasic as Wilson the limey ex-con in this taught and very well paced thriller directed by Steven Soderbergh. Very reminiscent of "Get Carter" in story but with a slight tinge of humour (Wilson's Cockney rhyming slang being an obvious source eg. "butchers hook = look") that prevents the film from taking itself too seriously. Stylised editing at times irritates, but works well for the majority of this picture. With a terrific supporting cast featuring Peter Fonda, Lesley Ann Warren, Barry Newman and Luiz Guzman, and a fantastic original score by Cliff Martinez (Danny Saber providing music for the party sequence).Movie Review: Has my Stamp of Approval!
Summary: 5 Stars
This is another good example of a great DVD and what DVD is all about. First off let me say, I'm not really a big fan of Soderbergh(mainly because of "Out of Sight"), but after watching this movie, I had a different perspective. The movie is good and Soderbergh is effective in using a series of flashbacks/flashforwards, to tell the story and thoughts of Terrance Stamp. The audio/video is good and there is enough extra material to keep you happy. If you're a fan of Soderbergh or Stamp, you can't go wrong with this DVD. If you're just like me and looking for something different and good to watch, you're sure to enjoy this movie.Movie Review: Modern Noir
Summary: 5 Stars
You just don't see this type of movie any more; however, no one, but Steven Soderbergh would have the guts to use so many flashbacks and flashforwards, and use them so effectively. This is thinking man's Noir. And Terence Stamp is the archetypal career criminal here, but he brings an underlying sensitivity to the role. The search for his daughter's killer is also a search for himself. Peter Fonda is fascinating as the music mogul. Again, not a one-dimensional performance. Sometimes you hate the guy and sometimes you feel sorry for him. These type of films rarely get made, but they DO get made, and they're worth searching for.Movie Review: Great movie, Terrific DVD
Summary: 5 Stars
Even if ARTISAN hadn't pulled out all the stops in the production of this disc, it is worth having in order to see a complex, wonderfully acted meditation on love,loss, revenge and redemption. Sound a bit dull? Then simply enjoy it as a gangster drama played out in sunny California. The director doesn't waste a moment, it's imaginatively shot, the music is great and you'll want to talk about it and then see it again. Criminally neglected by the pundits and multiplexes, I hope this disc sells in spades. The director/writer commentary is a scream. Get this disc and try to stop your friends from filching it.'Nuff said!