Review of American Hustle (2013) by James Z — 31 Mar 2018

David O. Russell directs what is probably his finest work ever featuring an all-star cast in costumes and hairdos that perfectly match the disfunction of the 70's. Though it's based on the ABSCAM scandal, its narrative is more focused on its morally-flawed characters and their ever-changing motives as the circumstances they find themselves in begin to develop.

With that in mind, that may confuse and disappoint a lot of viewers hoping to see an exciting film about an elaborate hustle, but instead were left with an rich character study. Nonetheless, if one can accept the story that it weaves together then one can appreciate the sheer brilliance and complexity this film exudes.

It is without a doubt one of the best, if not, the best film 2013 has to offer.