Smokin' Aces (2007)

Em Português

This movie isn't about refined filming techniques, or fancy computer generated special effects. It's about envolving narrative and compelling character development. I really didn't expect it to "wow" me in technical aspects, and expectations are everything when viewing any sort of entertainment, I just sat back for the show, which I highly recommend.

Joe Carnahan directs the movie in a way that reminds me of the style of Guy Ritchie in Snatch and Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels, with fast transitions and parallel plotlines, as there are no less than six plotlines going on at any one time. Quick camera cuts are almost Spun -like in quality. The fast-paced exploration of each character is also gratifying in that the spectator receives efficient input on the behavior of each.

In short, the plot is a race to the the wanted man (Buddy Isreal), and the subsequent ensuing chaos. The movie makes a great entrance, and never lets go of the spectators' attention. The soundtrack is noteworthy and has some excellent tracks from The Prodigy and Motorhead. This is well worth a rental if you're interested in character and a story-based action, as opposed to a movie driven by it's direction.