The creative aspect of Guy Ritchie's movies usually exploits violence and action, such as in Lock Stock and Two Smoking Barrels, but this plot drifts into unimpressive spiritual and philosophical nonsense. It was very difficult for me to stay focused on this narrative, because of the psychological babble. The story takes on too many twists in various directions. Rather than giving the audience a general backstory to rely on, the plot became more complicated as the film progressed and lost its balance.
It was reported by Samuel Goldwyn Film media in an interview with writer/director Guy Ritchie that he said, "the concept is simple, but that is not usually how the mind reports it, it complicates a very simple premise." He continued by saying, "so the film might seem complicated, but I assure you it isn't, and that is the con." In my opinion, the con is on the ticket buyers. In 2005, this film made its U.K. release and it was not received very well by the film critics. Soon after it went to a DVD release where it was better suited for home entertainment. Putting a cast of good actors together to perform in a uneven film is a waste of talent.
I'm a Guy Ritchie fan, but this is far from his best work.
Directed by: Guy Ritchie
Running time: 110 minutes
Release date: December 7, 2007 (U.S.)
Genre: Crime, Drama and Thriller
Distributor: Samuel Goldwyn Films and Destination Films
MPAA Rating: R
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