Review of Boogie Nights (1997) by Derek T — 28 Aug 2011
Boogie Nights is one of the most influential movies of the past twenty years; not only did it launch or significantly advance the careers of P.T. Anderson and an entire generation of actors, but the film's style, bravado, and ethos have been repeatedly (and not as successfully) duplicated.
All of the hallmarks that have come to be associated with Anderson are here: a web of complex characters and intertwined relationships, a set of unresolved moral and ethical quandaries, a series of iconic scenes, and memorable rapidfire repartee.
It not only captures the essence of the late 70s/early 80s porn scene, but it serves as an example of the moral relativism of the late 90s. It's a multi-layered commentary on art, commerce, medium, method, and morality; it's epic, audacious, ostentatious, and overzealous, all of which contribute to the film's craft and legacy.
This review of Boogie Nights (1997) was written by Derek T on 28 Aug 2011.
Boogie Nights has generally received positive reviews.
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