Review of The Nice Guys (2016) by Jess_Hill — 12 Jun 2016

If you're a fan of the buddy cop genre, 70's nostalgia, or general hijinks, this is a film you will enjoy. The performances from Gosling, Rice and Crowe are exceptional, the storyline is throroughly entertaining (albeit ridiculous), and the script is expertly crafted, witty and hilarious.

The costuming and design aesthetic evoke the heady opulence and garishness of the era perfectly, though if you've seen the trailer, some of the best moments are somewhat dulled by the expectation of the next comedic scene.

I was somewhat disappointed by the lack of commentary on the objectification of the era, but in general this is a polished, enjoyable film, that doesn't take itself at all seriously. 8.