This movie doesn't bash anyone. It doesn't set out to offend or stereotype anyone. It is just a well done work of "what if." What if one day every Hispanic in California just disappeared? What would happen to the state and its inhabitants? This movie does a great job exploring that while also sharing information with the viewer. It was funny, heartfelt, and despite the broad subject matter, allowed you to get involved personally with the characters. It is well acted and sharp. It never preaches, but still manages to make its message clear, everyone is equally important. Don't judge a book by its cover and give this movie a chance. It's really worth watching.
Reviews
2 Reviews
Grind
(2003)
Funny!
7 May 2004
I was at Hollywood Video one day and saw Grind which I vaguely remembered having come out in theaters. I remembered seeing the trailer and thinking that it looked stupid because of the cameos from the guys in Jackass, but I decided to rent it and see how bad it was. I went in to the movie with the worst of expectations, but it was actually really funny. Vince Vieluf's portrayal of Matt Jensen is really pretty brilliant because you can never go too big with a character like that. Adam Brody is adorable and funny. Joey Kern is perfect as Sweet Lou and Mike Vogel does well with the all-American midwestern white guy. I enjoyed all of the cameos and the skateboarding sequences were well done, even if they were cliche. I have since bought this movie and have watched it probably 15 times as well as recommended it to every friend I have.
All I can say is give Grind a chance.
All I can say is give Grind a chance.
Tell Your Friends