.45 (2006) 5.5
A story of how obsession, addiction and abuse leads a young woman (Jovovich) to execute an elaborate plan of revenge. Director:Gary LennonWriter:Gary Lennon |
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.45 (2006) 5.5
A story of how obsession, addiction and abuse leads a young woman (Jovovich) to execute an elaborate plan of revenge. Director:Gary LennonWriter:Gary Lennon |
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| Angus Macfadyen | ... |
Al
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| Stephen Dorff | ... |
Reilly
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| Aisha Tyler | ... |
Liz
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| Sarah Strange | ... |
Vic
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| Vincent Laresca | ... |
Jose
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Tony Munch | ... |
Clancy
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Kay Hawtrey | ... |
Marge
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John Robinson | ... |
Cop #1
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Tim Eddis | ... |
Cop #2
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Hardee T. Lineham | ... |
Father Duffel
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Dawn Greenhalgh | ... |
Fran
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Nola Augustson | ... |
Gertie
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Danny
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Shawn Campbell | ... |
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Kate and her brutish boyfriend Big Al sell handguns on the streets of New York. She's smart, stylish, and self-confident, but all that leaves her when Al, in a jealous and self-indulgent rage, beats her. Three friends encourage her recovery: Vic, a woman who would like to be Kate's lover; Reilly, who runs with Al but also is attracted to Kate and repulsed by Al's violence; and, Liz, the counselor assigned to Kate from a battered-women's program. Vic and Reilly talk about killing Al, Liz gives pep talks; Kate remains frightened. Will Al's menace and Kate's dependency hold sway? Written by <jhailey@hotmail.com>
really good dialogue from Gary Lennon, the writer of DRUNKS (a good, little movie with a terrific cast that you might have overlooked).
like his first film, this movie has a lot of strong $50 moments spread throughout and a a few moments of real inspiration.
fantastic realism is combined with a terrific and courageous performance by the lovely milla j (showing some acting chops... who would'a thought?).
however, for me, the best part is the humor. especially in the beginning (taking your defenses away)... and then the next thing you realize -- BAM -- this is really serious subject matter.
Photography looks nice for a film of small budget (assuming it's small).
Fine performances by the supporting cast including Angus M, the always solid Stephen Dorff, and the divine Aisha Tyler.