How does a movie with feces-flinging fall within the IMDb top 250? I decided to watch this movie after I'd seen it advertised in numerous places; namely in the top-films list on this 'site. It did retain a quirky, original kind of vibe all the way through; helmed by somewhat unappreciated director Danny Boyle, who has a unique approach to film-making. The 'anti-drugs' message is relatively clear: I suppose this is the embedded message within the film, asking the audience: "Would you like to end up like these people?" I felt the soundtrack and its usage added a redeeming quality to the film but I just don't agree this should be within the top 250.
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City of God
(2002)
Truly Remarkable Cinema
4 June 2010
This is what fine cinema is all about: motivational, probing and ultimately thought-provoking. This film scrutinizes the gang lifestyle in the Rio suburb of the film's namesake, City Of God, and along the way, captures the audience with its strong performances. This is one of the most influential and beautiful pieces of film-making one will ever see. This is a film that stays with you long after viewing it. Truly a benchmark in modern cinema, proving that the cinema of today still has hope. One of the greatest films, if not the best, of the '00s. If you only watch one foreign film in your lifetime, make this it. 9 out of 10.
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