Review of Trainspotting (1996) by Declan C — 19 Aug 2012
This day-glo culture clash of a film is simply one of the best British films ever made, probably the best of the 90's. Running in at a sprightly 90-odd minutes, this packs in more imagination, cinematic wit and dazzle, glorious character moments, and hilarious/revolting set pieces than you could find in most other movies.
It follows the misadventures of heroin addict Renton (Ewan McGregor) as he tries to break out of his clique of dead-end friends and his crippling addiction. Robert Carlyle gives a menacing, scenery chewing turn as "mate" Begbie, a psycho you're not likely to forget. The screenplay is a cracker, churning out line after line that you won't be forgetting, and the whole thing has a certain, filthy charm to it.
As a film about drug addiction, this is essential. As a piece of alive and kinetic cinema, this is unforgettable.
This review of Trainspotting (1996) was written by Declan C on 19 Aug 2012.
Trainspotting has generally received very positive reviews.
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