What a smash. A whopper even. Fantasticly enjoyable, endlessly quotable and terrifyingly realistic. It's the attention to the little details of this marvelous screenplay that make the movie shine. A film that really can be viewed again and again.
Caine's charismatic criminal protagonist, Coward's compelling performance as the magnanimous crime magnate and Hill's hilarious rendition of a computer nerd with a fat fetish compliment each other brilliantly with stunning, near shocking effect.
Capturing themes and passions that transcend generations, this film had easily stood the test of time, fending off many challengers for it's elusive title of "funniest British film set in Italy". The dialogue is still razor sharp, the comedy remains ingenious, and the car chases have perhaps only been bettered by "The Blues Brothers".
Some viewers did not find this film to their liking the first time, but I can assure you that if you give it some space and take it with an open mind, then it will prove to be a thoroughly enjoyable experience.
Thank you Martin.
Caine's charismatic criminal protagonist, Coward's compelling performance as the magnanimous crime magnate and Hill's hilarious rendition of a computer nerd with a fat fetish compliment each other brilliantly with stunning, near shocking effect.
Capturing themes and passions that transcend generations, this film had easily stood the test of time, fending off many challengers for it's elusive title of "funniest British film set in Italy". The dialogue is still razor sharp, the comedy remains ingenious, and the car chases have perhaps only been bettered by "The Blues Brothers".
Some viewers did not find this film to their liking the first time, but I can assure you that if you give it some space and take it with an open mind, then it will prove to be a thoroughly enjoyable experience.
Thank you Martin.