Review of JCVD (2008) by Earl C — 30 Dec 2009

Western version of The Shinjuku Incident. Is it a true story?

This review of JCVD (2008) was written by Earl C on 30 Dec 2009.

JCVD has generally received positive reviews.

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By Currer_Bell (12) on 05 Jun 2015

Surprisingly good movie. The film is truly original while being very entertaining all the way through. It's also very funny…

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JCVD is a breath of fresh air. It's darkly funny, down-to-earth, and full of heart…

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By M. E. Russell (386) for Portland Oregonian (2,019) on 09 Jun 2013

One of the best movies playing in Portland is, I kid you not, a loopy dramatic thriller starring Jean-Claude Van Damme…

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By Richard C (1,724) on 04 Apr 2014

This is not an action movie, this is an interesting character piece. The story itself left little to be desired…

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By Chris B (2,902) on 06 Feb 2014

JCVD is a very unique film and one that unfolds rather unconventionally and takes a look at Jean-Claude Van Damme as a man, not just an action…

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By Stephen L (620) on 06 Sep 2013

Easily Van Damme's best film. Who knew he had it in him…

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By Andrew O'hehir (1,324) for Salon.com (2,725) on 31 Oct 2014

Van Damme's remarkable performance -- I say this in all seriousness -- comes pretty close to redeeming the picture's murky and overly complicated…

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A decent change of pace for Van Damme that shows he can act as well as high kick…

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