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50 Dead Men Walking Reviews
50 Dead Men Walking Reviews
 A Powerful Crime Epic That Defines Its Central Character Rather Vaguely, By This review is from: 50 Dead Men Walking (Amazon Instant Video) There is no denying the dramatic appeal and potential inherent in the film "50 Dead Men Walking." Based on the life of Martin McGartland, the film tells the story of a low level street hustler in 1980's Belfast who gets recruited by the British police to infiltrate an IRA cell. As he moved up the ranks, he provided key information about terrorist activities that saved the lives of upwards of fifty known targets (hence, the title). The story, without a doubt, had all the makings of a true crime epic. And yet, despite good performances, something never rings quite true in the portrayal of the lead character. Or, at a minimum, his tale seems to lack a completeness or a candid honesty.Jim Sturgess, always a good choice, plays Martin with a self-assured bluster. Big talk, bravado, and a myriad of petty crimes have brought him to the attention of a British police handler (Ben Kingsley) who brings Martin in as a resource. At first Martin wants nothing of it--but joins on... Read more  A Deeply Involving Sweaty Palmed Heart Racing Film, By Amazon Verified Purchase This review is from: 50 Dead Men Walking (Amazon Instant Video) As a FILM, I found this to be better than most films I have seen in a while. Hollywood or other. The character of Martin as played by Jim Sturgess comes off as a bit of a jerk at first and thus believable. His character is layered. There is a lot of violence that is both cold and yet a warmth to the CHARACTERS. There is a throbbing nerve of high Tension all through the film. I did not know the story and the ending was a surprise. A bit too patriotic to me on the brit side but then again I am an American viewer. As a FILM it was very very good. Ben Kingsley is delightfully INTO his character and hard to see AS Kingsley. Fine performances by all. I think this film will stay with me a while and it made me has made me think deeply of how pure stupid so much political violence is in ALL countries all causes... If you want one helluva good ride in a deeply involving film.... buy this... rent it... SEE IT. A fine sleeper of a film that will jump start your heart for an adrenaline rush... Read more |
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