WOW what an incredible surprise this movie turned out to be. It is not your run of the mill action flicks that are collecting dust at the video store. A very original take on the action genre as it starts out light and explodes into a serious action drama. What makes it so original is the writing and directing from Gary Lennon, with it's light comedic touches coupled with it's raw energy and realistic moments. Gary Lennon has gotten the best performances from his actors, easily Milla Jovovich's best performance of her career and her chemistry with Angus Macfayden is palpable and layered as in real life. Mr. Lennon allows her character to undergo a metamorphisis that is so interesting to watch that you feel you are peeking into people's lives, which is very rare for an action movie.This a must have movie to be added to any cinemaphiles collection. Looking forward to seeing Mr. Lennon's next movie.
Reviews
2 Reviews
.45
(2006)
Excellent movie from first time director/writer Gary Lennon, very original
12 August 2010
Drunks
(1995)
Excellent, honest and a new voice has come.
10 August 2010
Excellent, honest, does not pull any punches in it's grim reality of addiction and the struggles to get clean.
The writing by Mr. Lennon is so truthful that it does not seem like a movie we are watching, but peeking into people's lives.
The acting and direction were inspired and very realistic. If you want to see an honest movie about addiction and the ravages it causes...this is it. Be ready because it is not some Hollywood sugar coated piece of fluff thatt we are sujected to. Looking forward to seeing more of Mr. Lennon's writing transfered to film...a truly honest and unique voice. Incredible performances by all of the cast. Tight direction as well. Stands up to films in this genre..."Panic in Neddle Park", "Hatful of Rain"...etc...Don't miss it.
The writing by Mr. Lennon is so truthful that it does not seem like a movie we are watching, but peeking into people's lives.
The acting and direction were inspired and very realistic. If you want to see an honest movie about addiction and the ravages it causes...this is it. Be ready because it is not some Hollywood sugar coated piece of fluff thatt we are sujected to. Looking forward to seeing more of Mr. Lennon's writing transfered to film...a truly honest and unique voice. Incredible performances by all of the cast. Tight direction as well. Stands up to films in this genre..."Panic in Neddle Park", "Hatful of Rain"...etc...Don't miss it.
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