Seeing as I have this compulsion to review a movie I actually like, I figured I'd go old school and find a movie I know I already like and give you a review of that one instead of what I've been doing. Especially seeing as every new movie coming out these days is either a remake of a movie that was just made last year ( I.e. "The Zodiac") or a sequel (see "Rocky"). There are a few that I am excited about so be on the lookout for a review on "300", "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix", and "Pirates of the Caribbean At The World's End" as soon as those come out.
Today though, I'm focusing on a personnal favorite of mine, "The Boondock Saints." The story itself can get the viewer hooked just by hearing it before they even see a trailer for the movie. It's about the MacManus brothers, Connor and Murphy. The twins live in an Irish community within Boston; a tight-knit area with close connections and warring mafia families. When the Russian mafia starts moving in on the Italians, war begins. After a particularly nasty run-in with the Russians, the MacManus brothers receive what they believe to be a message from God, telling them to become vigilantes, which they immediately do. They go after all criminals; Russians, Italians, and street scum alike. The Italians end up hiring the best of the best hit men to "take care" of the brothers, now publically being called Saints. And the rest is up to you to see.
This movie is amazing. Entirely funny, entertaining, yet serious and entirely applicable and appropriate to every day life. I found it particularly appropriate because, for the most part (Minus the murderous rampages), I agree with certain aspects of the vigilantism. But the movie itself is made so very perfect by the actors themselves. Connor and Murphy are played to a T, almost to the point that the audience is forced to ask themselves whether or not these two men actually have done these acts. Their "sidekick," Funny Man, is the same way.
Willem Dafoe makes a stellar performance here as well that you'll have to see to believe.
In my opinion, this was one of the last original movies to be made. The acting was exceptional, the story was inspired and thought provoking, there was actually a point the story which doesn't really happen very often, and the humor was funny without seeming forced.
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I never have seen the Boondock Saints but I always have wanted to. After reading your review, I'm going to set aside some time, and acturally see it instead of just saying that I want to see it.
Ah, the Boondocks. Yes, that one was quite entertaining and nicely stylized. That is a good one
Great Film.
Well if you need more let me know. I have them in stock so I can always bring it to class. If you're interested in a makeover to let me know. I'm trying to get 100 of them done.
I'm definitely a fan of the Boondock saints. I'm not really Irish, but i'm obsessed with Irish stuff. It's good stuff.
I does seem like most movies are either rip-offs or re-done a million times. Did you see The Departed yet?
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