Sunday, March 4, 2012
Reservoir Dogs
Arguably one of Quentin Tarintino's best movies, Reservoir Dogs redefined the entire genre of action movies. Told mostly in flashbacks and almost entirely in words it is difficult to believe Tarantino is able to capture his audience with no more than a flawlessly written script and some black ties. The banter between characters makes the movie less about the heist itself and draws focus to the puzzling relationships of our protagonists. Having the opening scene filled with what later makes itself clear to be foreshadowing, we are quickly introduced to the characters, as well as develop strong connections to them. This sets up for the main conflict of the film, who the informant among them is. Since we feel so invested in every character, as they are portrayed as the "good wholesome criminal" we find it difficult to believe there is an informant at all. Gripping and unique I recommend Reservoir Dogs to anyone interested in an atypical action movie.
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This sounds like a very compelling film. Normally blind action films do not excite me, but your description of the storytelling and craft that went into this film piques my interest. I like the mystery aspect of it, trying to figure out who the informant is without compromising the feelings you have for each character. I look for films that can invest me in the story and this sounds like just the thing.
ReplyDeleteIs this the one where they guy cuts off the cop's ear? I turned it off at that point. I guess I'm a bit squeamish. I liked some of Tarantino's other stuff, though. Particularly Pulp Fiction. I didn't see the Kill Bill series.
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