Review of The Way of the Gun (2000) by Jessie V — 11 May 2009
Why hasn't Christopher McQuarrie directed more films? McQuarrie is the dude who wrote THE USUAL SUSPECTS for Brian Singer, and here he has put together an intense thriller that is reminiscent of Hong Kong heroic bloodshed movies, although this film resembles the work of Johnnie To far more than John Woo.
The main characters (Benecio Del Toro and Ryan Phillippe) never have any unnecessary words with each other, as the way they conduct themselves in a way that says more about their relationship than any expositional dialogue could.
The characters also aren't good people than you can root for, as the world the film inhabits is rather amoral. There is no two-fisted gunplay, no flashy slow-motion, instead McQuarrie opts for a more realistic (and, some would argue, responsible) approach.
This movie is an underrated gem that demands your attention if you're a fan of the crime genre. Also, if you've ever wanted to see Sarah Silverman get punched in the face, this movie is a must-see.
This review of The Way of the Gun (2000) was written by Jessie V on 11 May 2009.
The Way of the Gun has generally received mixed reviews.
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