Review of Jackie Brown (1997) by Harry W — 08 Feb 2013

Within Seconds of the blaxploitation style intro, it becomes fairly obvious to the viewer that Jackie Brown is going to be a good film.

The first trademark of Quentin Tarantino's that the audience witnesses is the groovy soundtrack that is iconic of a Quentin Tarantino film, as well as his distinct cinematography and sophisticated touch of comedy. And along with his always awesome screenplay that successfully explains everything and masterminded direction, Jackie Brown turns into a masterful crime drama that only the genius Quentin Tarantino could pull off so awesomely.

But what makes Jackie Brown unforgettable is it's awesome cast.

As Jackie Brown, Pam Grier is a perfect balance between a stereotypical blaxploitation lead girl and a general powerful female lead with a mix of sophistication and sass, and supplies a touch of Foxy Brown and a whole lot of talent.

In a similar manner, Jackie Brown is strengthened by a strong, stereotypically Blaxploitation style performance from Samuel L. Jackson with flawless scriptural delivery and some funny moments.

Also, the audience can enjoy good laugh from a hardcore stereotypical small part from Chris Tucker.

The audience also gets to witness a return to a thug role for Robert De Niro which reminds us of him in the 1970's, s along with the nostalgia of Blaxploitation, Quentin Tarantino and Robert De Niro take us back to a time when crime films were uprising.

Michael Keaton even takes a chance to make the film that little bit stronger as a cop.

Lastly, there's great support from Robert Forster who's distinct voice and facial activity enables his strength as an actor and makes a character that the audience feels for above all others.

Jackie Brown also gains strength from the quality film editing and constant intense atmosphere, most notably in the 2nd money exchange scene, as well as Tarantino's trademark story structure which ensures that the audience enjoys all sides of events in Jackie Brown, and although it may not pack the big punch that his films like Pulp Fiction of Django Unchained may, it's still an excellent crime drama and another film to add to Tarantino's line of success.