I like to watch movies around this year (1988.) cause then noir movies were more represented then today. Actually I don't remember the last time I saw some new made noir movie. Well, Figgis made "Stormy Monday" in 1988. and this movie has lots of pluses from my point of view today. Great actors, excellent music and of course slow happening of the movie.
Tommy Lee Jones and Sting were superb. From Tommy I always expect that, but Sting surprised me as Finney, owner of the "Key" club. He is really confident and cool in his role. Really a must see for all Sting fans. Griffith and Bean are solid in their roles.
My only negative things were love story of Griffith and Bean, which is a little bit fast and not very convincing, and the ending. I would end this movie on a different way (maybe with few more scenes right after Andrej's death), but that is only my opinion.
But put all the negative things aside and you get truly great film noir with all its qualities. Really good experience for me and I recommend it to everyone who likes this kind of movies.
Tommy Lee Jones and Sting were superb. From Tommy I always expect that, but Sting surprised me as Finney, owner of the "Key" club. He is really confident and cool in his role. Really a must see for all Sting fans. Griffith and Bean are solid in their roles.
My only negative things were love story of Griffith and Bean, which is a little bit fast and not very convincing, and the ending. I would end this movie on a different way (maybe with few more scenes right after Andrej's death), but that is only my opinion.
But put all the negative things aside and you get truly great film noir with all its qualities. Really good experience for me and I recommend it to everyone who likes this kind of movies.