Review of Matchstick Men (2003) by Billy H — 31 Dec 2013

Good flick cage can play anything on film.

This review of Matchstick Men (2003) was written by Billy H on 31 Dec 2013.

Matchstick Men has generally received positive reviews.

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By La L (124) on 29 Sep 2015

Extremely well done con film that makes you feel as if you've been conned (just like the protagonist) when all is said and done…

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By Christopher B (2,528) on 06 Sep 2014

One of Nicolas Cage's better film! A well-made dramedy with enough quirk, heart and humor; along with some beautiful Cage moments…

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By Awesom-0 (164) on 07 Jul 2020

One of Nic’s best movies. I’ll say it again, Cage is at his best in these kind of roles. I love the cast and this movie…

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I Liked The Fresh Faced Daughter Playing Up To The Other Well-Known Actors & Really Sticking It To Them…

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By Kevin M. W (1,682) on 24 Sep 2016

Witty script, makes you wonder who's conning who? Brilliantly played by Cage, Rockwell & Lohman…

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By Mark J (665) on 24 Sep 2018

Maybe this was the last great Nic Cage movie. Maybe not…

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By Timrichie (11) on 07 Oct 2014

Alison Lohman is genius here, and Cage deserves an Oscar nod as well, but Ridley Scott is the one who deserves all the praise…

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By Thomas B (1,990) on 21 Feb 2017

Grade - B One of Ridley Scott's better films of late, 'Matchstick Men' is a great showcase for Nicolas Cage's wacky performance, and is supported…

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By T N (16) on 16 Nov 2017

I love this movie. I love all the actors and the writing. Alison Lohman is adorable and so smart. I love movies about truth…

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