Review of White Men Can't Jump (1992) by Stuart M — 16 Aug 2010
This is a truly excellent movie. Lots of people have bashed it as a "basketball" movie, but the truth is, it ain't about basketball at all. It could have been hockey, dart playing or curling, it wouldn't matter.
It's about human weaknesses and making new friends. Rosie Perez gave probably her best performance ever, and the interplay between Harrelson and Snipes is great. The direction is sharp and the cinematography is surprisingly impressive as the mean streets of Los Angeles are caught with striking camera shots.
The under-rated screenplay is intelligent, focused, and clever. All in all "White Men Can't Jump" is far from being a classic, but it is still a fine film that is better than many think.
4 stars out of 5.
This review of White Men Can't Jump (1992) was written by Stuart M on 16 Aug 2010.
White Men Can't Jump has generally received positive reviews.
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