After multiple viewings of this film I grow more impressed with it each time. The atmosphere, screenplay, and acting is phenomenal. Hugh Jackman’s performance is astounding from beginning to end. In what I believe is his best film to date, every time he enters a scene his presence is enthralling. Supporting actor Jake Gyllenhaal also knocks it out of the park as the two deliver some of the finest acting I’ve seen this decade. Additionally, the script of this film…

Revenge is a tough concept in cinema to pull off. It’s been explored a million times and while some movies create success with it, a majority fall flat. Dead Mans Shoes does neither. It knocks it out of the fucking park. This may be the most organic experience with the revenge trope I’ve ever seen, and it’s executed brilliantly. No over the top theatrics, no flashy CGI action scenes, no unconvincing crying and try-hard acting. Just a man avenging his…

The first time I watched this film I felt that it was underwhelming. Once it appeared on Netflix I decided to give it a second chance. The cast was simply too superb for this to be as bad as I remembered. Thankfully, I was right. Although Brad Pitt is the lead role, it doesn’t feel that way. Highly acclaimed Ben Mendelsohn once again delivers a convincing performance as the supporting actor. The late great James Gandolfini makes every minute of…