Review of Matchstick Men (2003) by Robert C — 06 Jun 2013

2 Thumbs up for this riveting, entertaining movie, Nicholas Cage shows his superb acting skills.

This review of Matchstick Men (2003) was written by Robert C on 06 Jun 2013.

Matchstick Men has generally received positive reviews.

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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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Everybody sucks in this stupid ass film! Nicholas’s character is flawed. I’m not talking about he’s caged and he’s flawed…

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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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For all the supposed psychology behind the plot, there's not much logic here. Yet I have to admit that the last 30 minutes of the film had me tickled…

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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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By Cedric L (449) on 19 Jun 2016

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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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