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Two ex-convicts are on parole and working dead-end jobs in a New York diner until they are approached by a geeky English lawyer who enlists them in a plot to steal a very valuable diamond.Two ex-convicts are on parole and working dead-end jobs in a New York diner until they are approached by a geeky English lawyer who enlists them in a plot to steal a very valuable diamond.Two ex-convicts are on parole and working dead-end jobs in a New York diner until they are approached by a geeky English lawyer who enlists them in a plot to steal a very valuable diamond.
Anton Valensi
- Lenny Bindel
- (as Anton Saunders)
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Phoebe Fox steals the show in tho very funny Brit Pic, her gross-out eating but Hilarious acting is just amazing, she is a star of the future.
Sam Rockwell comes close to matching her when he does a cockney accent but Phoebe performs a KNOCKOUT PERFORMANCE.
Sam Rockwell comes close to matching her when he does a cockney accent but Phoebe performs a KNOCKOUT PERFORMANCE.
Has any Sam Rockwell project ever failed to deliver?
Thought not.
Right in his smarmy, slovenly, charming wheelhouse, Rockwell carries this messy British backstabbing caper with a whiplash plot, a steady stream of ridiculous characters, plenty of yuks and plenty of blood.
How about a romantic interest who is an abominably messy eater? How about a snappy, chirpy wingman who carries a tampon for the inevitable bullet hole plug? How about a wild-eyed antagonist who sports a gloriously greasy mullet? No more spoilers. Suffice to say, there's plenty here to devour.
There's a big blue diamond at the centre of all the troubles, but that merely serves as a simple table setter for all the tomfoolery. What starts as an absurdist comedic heist, quickly turns to dangerous levels where everyone seems over their heads. Among the many small highlights littering this movie, is a chaotic pub shoot out where bottles and glasses are the chief victims. Turns out the Brits are terrible, terrible shots.
There's plenty of holes in the plot, but the free flowing vibe saves the day. Stop trying to make any sense of "Blue Iguana", and just enjoy the trip.
Right in his smarmy, slovenly, charming wheelhouse, Rockwell carries this messy British backstabbing caper with a whiplash plot, a steady stream of ridiculous characters, plenty of yuks and plenty of blood.
How about a romantic interest who is an abominably messy eater? How about a snappy, chirpy wingman who carries a tampon for the inevitable bullet hole plug? How about a wild-eyed antagonist who sports a gloriously greasy mullet? No more spoilers. Suffice to say, there's plenty here to devour.
There's a big blue diamond at the centre of all the troubles, but that merely serves as a simple table setter for all the tomfoolery. What starts as an absurdist comedic heist, quickly turns to dangerous levels where everyone seems over their heads. Among the many small highlights littering this movie, is a chaotic pub shoot out where bottles and glasses are the chief victims. Turns out the Brits are terrible, terrible shots.
There's plenty of holes in the plot, but the free flowing vibe saves the day. Stop trying to make any sense of "Blue Iguana", and just enjoy the trip.
- hipCRANK
Despite negative reviews, I found this very enjoyable. The London/cockney setting is excellent and may well appeal to an American audience unaware of this aspect of British society and watching Rockwell trying to speak cockney is very amusing. The characters are all very quirky with their own little foibles, the plot, although a little far fetched, moves along at a good pace. Nice little touches from known actors, especially Phoebe Fox as the somewhat corrupt lawyer and Amanda Donohoe as the foul-mouthed pub landlady as well as the bad guy telling the hit team what he is going to do to them at the end made this a worthwhile journey. Although it is not laugh out loud funny, it is rather subtle in its approach and Rockwell is just Rockwell. Recommended with a bucket of popcorn and some friends and don't believe what they say.
Blue Iguana wears it's Guy Ritchie and Tarantino influences on it's sleeve, and, at first glance seems like it's just a rehash of those genre hits. Not so.
"Blue Iguana" has an unpredictably gonzo script that weaves in and out of violence, romance and absurdity with ease. It features a brilliant cast: Rockwell, the always hilarious Schwartz, Fox and the supporting cast; all are pitch perfect, (especially Schwartz, who's character could come off as annoying - he plays the part with just enough silliness mixed with seriousness - is instead endearing and absolutely entertaining). Hadi Hajaig, directing as well as writing, keeps everything taut, interesting and fluid. This is the rare genre pic that not only subverts the genre - but does it better. A truly unique and memorable film that's worth seeking out. Here's hoping this isn't the last we've seen of this motley crew.
"Blue Iguana" has an unpredictably gonzo script that weaves in and out of violence, romance and absurdity with ease. It features a brilliant cast: Rockwell, the always hilarious Schwartz, Fox and the supporting cast; all are pitch perfect, (especially Schwartz, who's character could come off as annoying - he plays the part with just enough silliness mixed with seriousness - is instead endearing and absolutely entertaining). Hadi Hajaig, directing as well as writing, keeps everything taut, interesting and fluid. This is the rare genre pic that not only subverts the genre - but does it better. A truly unique and memorable film that's worth seeking out. Here's hoping this isn't the last we've seen of this motley crew.
To the reviewer who guaranteed that any men over 25 would
not like this movie, Guess what? I'm a man who's 46 and I loved
this movie!
Did you know
- TriviaThe Star newspaper being read as cover in the the London national museum has the headlines "Spurs win the Champions League again" and "Dismal Gooners relegated".
- Quotes
Tommy Tresham: We know what we are but not what we may be.
- ConnectionsReferences Georges de la Jungle (1967)
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- Vụ Trộm Kim Cương
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- $41,050
- Runtime1 hour 40 minutes
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- 2.35 : 1
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