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 Chinatown, 2008-12-04
Chinatown is a unique film in many ways and is considered a classic. It is generally deemed to be a film noir but i have to admit I had a little trouble seeing it. Many of the plot elements fit the film noir genre but visually it was a little harder for me to see. I enjoyed watching the film but the ending changed my opinion a bit. First of all, the plot and dialogue was very intelligent and I really like that about it. I'm not surprised that script won an academy award; it certainly deserved it. The casting was also very good. Nicholson and Dunaway had a unusual but strong chemistry and the supported cast helped build a believable world around them. Again, as far as considering it a film noir, much of the film didnt feel like one. It had the fairly typical detective plot but so much of the film was shot in bright, outdoor scenes. My major problem with the film was the ending. In a largely objective way, it was okay. I did fit certain themes of the film and brought an odd sort of closure to the plot. But personally, it was too disappointing for me. I just have trouble enjoying a story that ends too negatively. In the end, i think Chinatown was a very intelligent movie that kept my attention but i cant say that i want to watch it many more times.
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 Chinatown, 2008-11-23
What a great movie - and such good acting. Jack Nicolson and Faye Dunaway are superb in this movie.
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Mysterious, Moody and Precise...Breathtaking Film Making.., 2008-10-19
Say what you will about Roman Polanski's personal life, this film is one of the greatest american noir releases of the last 50 years. Jack Nicholson, Faye Dunaway and John Huston are superlative. Jerry Goldsmith's score is moody and resonant, perfect for a story of this nature.
Screenwriter Robert Towne's great contribution to film noir is the subtle subversion of genre convention. Yes, Jack Nicholson is your rudimentary private investigator but his ability to accomplish anything by the end may be null and void. Faye Dunaway is set up as the standard black widow but the truth of her character is far from such. There is also the backdrop of the mystery: Water and power, which was something unheard of at the time of the films release. Then there is the matter of 'Chinatown' itself, which by the end of the movie takes on an entirely different meaning than just another part of the city.
Sharp directing, compelling acting and a score dripping with neo-noir style, this is one of the greatest films of the early 1970's and arguably the greatest American Noir ever produced. Highly Recommended.
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CHINATOWN a masterwork, 2008-10-06
Chinatown is a potent reminder that films are more than just the hormone fueled adventures of Dick and Jane. The film takes on a large social issue and shows one mans struggle against the machine in Los Angeles of the 50's. Powerful performances by Nicholson (not a fave) and Dunaway frame a beautifully directed drama demonstrataing the power of film. If you have never seen this film, I highly recommend that you do so. If you haven't seen this for years, reaquaint yourself with a masterpiece.
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"How to Stop a 'Nosebleed'", 2008-09-19
Deeply atmospheric and mysterious. Jack Nicholson is great as a "nosy" private detective. He is really not prepared for the information Faye Dunaway's character lays on him. It is unthinkable, horiffic and chilling--a conclusion not many would easily jump to. Beautifully directed by Mr. Polanski who has a very bit part in the movie.
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