Je re
The film is visually interesting, and has a plot that I found needed a second viewing to fully appreciate. Intellectually stimulating, really gripping make believe.It is melodramatic and has its flaws. Some of the acting moments are weak, particularly from the lead actress in the finale. Others are superbly acted, and I thought the lead actor particularly well cast. As well as many of the supporting roles. There are gory moments and one particularly memorable chilling character.Nit pickers won't find perfection here but this is one of few films I've enjoyed re-watching - three times now, and will probably do so again.
clif_smith
Overall, I enjoyed the film. I think it is a fine example of modern Film-Noire. It's true, the plot is a little too vague, the lack of societal context reduces it's sense of authenticity and realism, and the voice-over narration could have been used less or perhaps eliminated completely. Overall though, it's a great mood piece and visually sumptuous and stunning. The beautiful Ms. Sanchez allowed me to feel the pain of her relationship with the hero. This film had a lot of potential to be a true masterpiece, but the flaws bring it down to the level of great genre piece. I would highly recommend it to fans of the genre, but, it's not a film I would recommend to the casual viewer.
gautr37
Why is so many analyzing movies to death? While it in a lot of cases it is a good thing, more people should just enjoy the mood and feeling in a movie. If people start thinking too much, they will miss a lot of good entertainment. The Perfect Sleep is a good example of this. It has its flaws to be sure, but I loved the idea of the film, the narration and its mood. The thing, for me, is that in 99% of all American movies, you have to park the brain and just enjoy the movie for what it is, brainless and a good show. This is not quite the case here! It's quite intelligent in it's way, and a bit over the top in parts. The main character is this tough guy, who you would think is this great fighter, but really is an extreme survivor with a lot of fighting skills without being that good at it. Great movie!!
Pimptress2003
Without getting into specifics that would ruin the film for those that have not yet seen it, I will simply say that this is a film that has absolutely no direct comparison. It is a stand alone piece of work.At the outset, I was completely surprised that I was in a world or universe I have never seen before. It felt like some kind of bizarre paradox between the The Godfather and The Maltese Falcon.Sure there were times I was frustrated at the pace, but then I was given a healthy dose of very appealing brutality. That is the thing about this film: just when you settle into one facet or genre, the director smashes you into another.It is obvious I really loved the film, but the truth is that I loved it most because it may not have given me what I am used to getting in little indie action films, but it did give me the unexpected, it was smart as hell, and it contains a whole lot of "I can't believe that happened" moments! See this film and see for yourself. You will not be disappointed.Peace!
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