A refreshingly new look into the lives of those who master the art of the con as they try to obtain what is really missing from a life that seems to have it all.
Directing newcomer Rian Johnson directs this romanticized crime drama revolving around two troubled young lads, brothers Stephen (Mark Ruffalo, Blindness, Zodiac) and Bloom (Adrien Brody, King Kong, The Jacket). Twenty years of living fake lives is really starting to catch up with Bloom, the younger, and he becomes tempted by a relaxing, care free, "real" life. Lured back into one final big score, the brothers, along with their explosive sidekick Bang Bang (Rinko Kikuchi) peg a quirky shut-in named Penelope (Rachel Weisz, Fred Claus, Constantine)as their latest mark... and she just happens to be a super rich heiress. Together they go on an adventurous journey across the seas, all part of Stephens elaborate con. The only real danger is Bloom falling in love, but then, "they'd never let the truth come between them."
I don't remember this movie being marketed very heavily, and can't recall seeing a trailer. I acquired it on a whim and was more than satisfied with what it delivered. I'm a thieving, con-artist move junkie, I love them... think Thomas Crowne. This was an excellent spin on the theme and all parties acted beautifully. I was really intrigued with Rachel Weisz's character. Obviously bright, though childishly naive at the same time. She always seemed to catch the fine details in the con, but could never really see how it all came together. And the scene with her and Adrien Bordy kissing is just freakin' hilarious. The only real laugh out loud moment for me. The romantic angle to the movie was just enough to not take over as the theme of the movie. Cinematography was very pleasing as well. This might be one of those rainy day movies, but watch with a friend because it will probably leave you with plenty to chat about after.
7.5/10
Rated: PG-13
114 mins
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