(Credit IMDb) A former radio DJ, suicidally despondent because of a terrible mistake he made, finds redemption in helping a deranged homeless man who was an unwitting victim of that mistake.
I like weird films. They are always interesting, because I love the creativity. Terry Gilliam's version of bizarre is a little too much for me. My first experience with Gilliam was when I watched Brazil. I couldn't finish that movie, but I still decided to give this one a chance, solely because it stars two of my favorite actors, Jeff Bridges & Robin Williams. Robin William's hyperactive character is very good, but it gets to be a bit overbearing after a while. Jeff Bridges is excellent. I have no complaints about him. I lasted until the hour mark, before I caved in, and couldn't take anymore. Not only is it extremely depressing, but I got a headache from some of the strangest visuals in this movie. It really is a mind- trip, and one I couldn't withstand. Some will love this movie. Terry Gilliam's style certainly has his fans, but I'm not one of them.
3/10
I like weird films. They are always interesting, because I love the creativity. Terry Gilliam's version of bizarre is a little too much for me. My first experience with Gilliam was when I watched Brazil. I couldn't finish that movie, but I still decided to give this one a chance, solely because it stars two of my favorite actors, Jeff Bridges & Robin Williams. Robin William's hyperactive character is very good, but it gets to be a bit overbearing after a while. Jeff Bridges is excellent. I have no complaints about him. I lasted until the hour mark, before I caved in, and couldn't take anymore. Not only is it extremely depressing, but I got a headache from some of the strangest visuals in this movie. It really is a mind- trip, and one I couldn't withstand. Some will love this movie. Terry Gilliam's style certainly has his fans, but I'm not one of them.
3/10