Review of Chop Shop (2008) by Gary C — 16 Nov 2009
This is a great slice of life film that I really enjoyed. Simple to the point where it might turn some people off of the film, I have always thought this style of filmmaking adds a true ripple of suspense.
Most everyone who watches films like this one keeps waiting for the worst to happen (as if being an orphan living over a garage isn't horrible enough), but what is surprising about this film is the surprisingly touching moments that happen in what are already dire situations.
The cast of non actors are great. Alejandro Polanco (who plays the lead little boy in the film) is fantastic and has a great natural sense about him without it seeming cheesy. There are some times when you are reminded that they are not professional actors, but it really doesn't matter because I found myself being so wrapped up in the story.
Well written and directed film by Ramin Bahrani.
This review of Chop Shop (2008) was written by Gary C on 16 Nov 2009.
Chop Shop has generally received very positive reviews.
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