Ozark Savage

The director-writer-D.P having come from a Southern California film school, and an alumnus of several made-to-orders, this film stands out in my mind as an excellent first major outing. The camera tricks alone are worth the price of admission. In addition to sharp wit and expressive scenes, I think Vince De'Meglio turns in a great performance as Vinnie Malachi, managing to make a serious gangster shine in his comedic moments. (My personal fave is his fight with the guard.) Mr. Steinauer has put together a great piece of entertainment, and I hope to one day see his work on the big screen. The Fights are well choreographed, and the clever use of subtitles only proves this man's value to future cinema.