Review of 4.3.2.1 (2010) by Lorenzo V — 31 Jan 2011

Noel Clarke's latest offering 4321 has all that you would expect to find;.

Loud Bass-lines, Gritty British backdrops and new actors in a far-fetched story. This film very much captures and caters for the Kidulthood and Adulthood generation.

The film is quite well acted by a few and this almost shines through a silly plot, complete with some odd casting and the ticking of all the London film stereotypes of chav culture.

The film also stars Michelle Ryan, Kevin Smith!, Plan B comedian ?? and Sean Pertwee.

Noel Clarke has also been in Kidulthood, Adulthood, Doghouse & ... This film very much feels like he is still finding his feet and sticking to winning themes. There are the expected flashback montages, multi screen splitting and loud music insertions to keep the pace of the film rolling, and to be fair this works in it's own style.

The best bits really involve the main girl, and outrageously likeable lesbian.

Yes, there are some crude jokes, silly stereotypes, odd characters and a wacky plot and these take away from some of the ambitious parts of the film and the talent that Fielding has. I think some of the silly moments just go to show the target market for this type of modern English film.

I think also that whether you like the soundtrack, back catalogue and cast will also heavily affect your appreciation for this arguably unique new cult film.

My opinion, if you want grimey and gritty Brit cult film, with songs - opt for Seven Days.