stefanhoeffllin
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"Blow" tells the life of George Jung (Johnny Depp), a successful drug dealer. As I´ve read in many comments, it´s often compared with "Traffic". I must disagree here. "Blow" is a class of its own. While "Traffic" told 4 parallel stories in the style of "Short cuts", the story of "Blow" shows the raise and fall of ONE young man. The plot spans 20 years - from the late 60´s to the end of the 80´s, and during that time the size and the tragedy of his life becomes more and more fascinating. Johnny Depp´s performance took my breath. He´s a sure candidate for the next year´s Academy awards. Not to forget the wonderful supporting cast. Especially Ray Liotta as George´s father - I guess he moved me most, a fabulous effort! Penelope Cruz convinced as the "bitch". And of course Franka Potente. It´s her US-debut- a little, but important role! She played Barbara, a young stewardess and George´s first love, who smuggled the drugs for him. Congratulations, very well done, Franka!!!
A impressing and touching portrait of a failed life.
Overwhelming!
A impressing and touching portrait of a failed life.
Overwhelming!
Jimmie (Chris O´Donnell) is a convinced single and lucky with his one night stands. When he meets Anne (Renée Zellweger) his world changes - he falls in love with her. But as he proposes to her, he provokes her so much, that she leaves him. A few days later, Jimmies grandfather (Peter Ustinov) dies. His testament says: Jimmie will heir 100 million - but only if he will find a bride until his 30th birthday. And that´s tomorrow! Time is running!
Sometimes everything can go wrong in a romantic- comedy. "Runaway bride" is a good example. Lousy script, no chemistry! A missed chance. But not here! I have really enjoyed "The bachelor". The film has a "rhythm" and the humor is well timed - especially the final scene, when Chris O´Donnell is chased by the brides, was wonderful! SOMETIMES, the supporting actors steal the show - e.g. Peter Ustinov or Brooke Shields, just to mention two of them. But it would be unfair to argue about that - just because Chris O´Donnell and Renée Zellweger are a really sweet couple! A refreshing and VERY charming comedy!
Sometimes everything can go wrong in a romantic- comedy. "Runaway bride" is a good example. Lousy script, no chemistry! A missed chance. But not here! I have really enjoyed "The bachelor". The film has a "rhythm" and the humor is well timed - especially the final scene, when Chris O´Donnell is chased by the brides, was wonderful! SOMETIMES, the supporting actors steal the show - e.g. Peter Ustinov or Brooke Shields, just to mention two of them. But it would be unfair to argue about that - just because Chris O´Donnell and Renée Zellweger are a really sweet couple! A refreshing and VERY charming comedy!