Review of Chop Shop (2008) by Kyle A — 24 Oct 2011
While spending an entire movie following around a little boy as he tries to make an extra buck here and there in a very real interpretation of New York City can seem boring, "Chop Shop" is anything but, thanks to it's amazing lead character.
Ali (Alejandro Polanco) is spunky and endearing, filled with goals and dreams for a better life for himself and his sister. We never see the life that he dreams of, but that's far from the point. Just like director Ramin Bahrani's first film, "Man Push Cart","Chop Shop" is only considered with reality.
He doesn't worry about what could be, but rather what is, and that's what makes both of his films essential viewing.
This review of Chop Shop (2008) was written by Kyle A on 24 Oct 2011.
Chop Shop has generally received positive reviews.
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