Review of Pusher II (2004) by Al S — 06 Jun 2013
It's better than the original, Pusher works all sorts of magic, it redefines the criminal underworld genre. It is not a gangster story but a down and dirty story of criminals and their attempt to be successful but ends up to be their finish.
It shows a gritty and realistic side of this world and pulls no light punches what so ever. Director, Nicolas Winding Refn continues to show great depth to a chilling and ugly atmosphere and characters to go along with it.
It's harsher than the original, yet you have more affection for it. Mads Mikkelsen carries this film perfectly, he starts out from the first as this awful addict-drug pusher and now is trying hard in his own way to do the right thing.
Mikkelsen is tremendously honest, terrific and bloody brilliant. It's stylish, energetic and has its own beat.
This review of Pusher II (2004) was written by Al S on 06 Jun 2013.
Pusher II has generally received very positive reviews.
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