Review of The Big Short (2015) by Ydnar4 — 16 Jan 2016
Adam McKay shows the world that he is not just a director for stupid Will Ferrell movies (which I still love) with The Big Short. The story of several individuals that were able to predict the collapse of the housing market.
McKay's direction is a highlight of the film and although this film deals with more serious subject matter than he's used to there are some pretty funny moments thrown in there as well. I know that this movie is certainly not for everyone because there is just so much talk about bonds, shares, etc.
and most people just don't care about that. This subject is confusing but the film is very self-aware, it uses cameo appearances from several celebrities and several 4th wall breaks in order to explain the big terms to the audience.
The cast is big but it delivers. I thought that Steve Carell was the big gun myself but others think its Christian Bale who was great too. Ryan Gosling and Brad Pitt are used less but there are great as well.
In the end The Big Short is deserving of the attention its getting.
This review of The Big Short (2015) was written by Ydnar4 on 16 Jan 2016.
The Big Short has generally received very positive reviews.
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