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Summary: Not fantastic, but definitely worth a watch (or 2 or 3)
Review: With the casting of Robert DeNiro and Edward Norton, The Score was almost a can't-miss proposition. Although it didn't turn out to be the absolute classic I had hoped for, it didn't really let me down either. This movie is best when it sticks to its main plot; supporting plots about the relationships DeNiro has with the characters portrayed by Marlon Brando and Angela Bassett really do nothing for the movie, and distract viewers from the central point. DeNiro gives a less than energetic performance. He's still pretty good, but I'd also add quite average by DeNiro standards. Norton does a very nice job with his character, although I've seen better acting jobs from him as well.The plot is put together well, the main heist scenes are fun, and the movie leaves you satisfied. Definitely one of the summer's best flicks.
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Summary: The Score is a must see
Review: With Robert Deniro, Edward Norton, and Marlon Brando's names in the cast how can you not want to see this movie? .... From start to finish this movie delivered in my opinion. Everyone involved worked very well on screen and it makes this one of the best heist type movies out there. There is enough action and suspence to please even the average movie goer. There are enough plot twists to keep you wondering. I reccomend this to everyone who enjoys old fashioned crime movies. I can honestly say I've enjoyed watching The Score, everything about it was good The Script, The acting, and just the over all atmosphere. .... ...The Score proves that you don't have to have huge scary monsters or overdone special effects to make a good movie.
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Summary: A potentially great movie that fails to deliver...
Review: The Score is the new Hollywood crime, who-do-you-trust caper. I might have said this was a good movie a few years ago. However, a much better movie called Entrapment handled a similar storyline a few years back in ’99. The movie stars Robert DeNiro and Edward Norton. I was excited initially to see these actors working together. Norton, one of the best young actors in Hollywood right now, does an excellent job playing the role of the ...… Ahem, excuse me… Mentally Challenged character “Brian” in the film, even better than Giovani Ribisi did in The Other Sister. Unfortunately, DeNiro and Norton have absolutely no chemistry together. So many actors have made wonderful parings in movies. Some that leap to mind are Glover and Gibson, Michael J. Fox and Christopher Lloyd, Schwarzenegger and DeVito… Unfortunately, DeNiro and Norton’s characters seem to just hate each other throughout the entire film. It is funny but in films, you often don’t notice chemistry until it isn’t there. Minor credit goes to Marlon Brando as the fence who cannot seem to take five steps without being out of breath and Angela Basset, who is never really convincing as DeNiro’s love interest. Both play rather unappealing and less interesting characters. This apparent hatred between DeNiro and Norton’s characters (perhaps what the director intended) leaves the predictable betrayal at the end of the movie with absolutely no heart and you find yourself not even caring because you are barely invested in the characters. Taken as a whole, the story is fairly stagnant and predictable. Some movies you need to see in the theater. The Score is one that you can wait until video for. The preview for the film made it look like all four of the stars were in on the heist and would play each other, leaving you wonder who would finally double cross who and who would eventually make it out on top. Instead, only two are going for the score and it is all too obvious who the good guys are and who the bad guys are. Moreover, with no worthwhile previews, it was a disappointing trip to the movies. One and a half out of five stars. So, a potential miracle shot from the half court at the buzzer that instead turns into an air ball. Unfortunately, The Score doesn’t.
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Summary: The Score Review
Review: All right, the movie goes by kind of slow. However, I would go see it just to see the incredible ending. Robert De Niro and Edward Norton are outstanding as usual, however the plot lacks both the drama and the intestity. In the end, I was dissapointed with the movie except for the ending. If you are a fan of Edward Norton, you should definetely see this movie.
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Summary: Strong plot, yet predictable.
Review: From the previews, THE SCORE, starring Robert De Niro and Edward Norton as the main characters, looks like a fast-paced action film filled with the intrigue and suspense that accompanies movies dealing with robberies and heists. The plot itself was strong and had the potential to be outstanding, but soon into the film it became clear that not even the likes of De Niro or Norton could save it from its own predictability. Being a dedicated fan of both of these talented actors, I did enjoy this film. On the other hand, I noticed that I was able to predict nearly every upcoming event. Brando had no true use in the film, (likewise for Bassett). It seemed as though both roles were irrelevent to the storyline. Out of a possible five stars, I give THE SCORE a 3.0. I also recommend this film for fans of both Norton and De Niro, but I must say that this movie is not among the best works for either of them.
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Summary: The Score! Amazing Film!
Review: Saw The Score on Friday afternoon and thought it an absolutely fantastic film. The performances of the legendary Marlon Brando, the always superb Robert De Niro and the enigmatic Edward Norton were dead solid perfect. I was disappointed at the lack of role for the flawless Angela Bassett which was the only flaw in the film. It may come off as a typical heist film but in its twists, it shows great flair and energy, thanks to great direction by Frank Oz (of Muppets and Blues Brothers fame.) Go see it and enjoy. On the MJ scale, **** out of *****.
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Summary: Intelligent
Review: The Score is a very clever and intriguing crime movie. Although it is not of the same caliber as Shawshank Redemtion, it does seem to provide an excellent "inside look" at the world of high-risk thieves, including planning and overall execution. The film is boring in very few instances and comes together at the end with pure creativity.
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Summary: Not Excellent, But Worth Seeing
Review: An excellent movie is more than the sum total of its parts. With Robert DeNiro, Marlon Brando, and Ed Norton as protagonists, this movie manages to be quite good, but certainly not excellent. Marlon Brando and Robert DeNiro are surprisingly weak in their respective roles of "the arranger" and "the master thief", providing characters that are believable but not truly memorable. Ed Norton manages to create a vivid character in his rendition of an ambitious, talented, but novice criminal who has valuable insider information critical to the planned heist. Without Norton's role, I would have probably slept through the movie as DeNiro and Brando were effectively on autopilot. If you are watching this movie to see DeNiro and Brando at their finest, turn elsewhere. This movie showcases Norton who appears 1/4 of the way into the movie, so before his arrival you'll probably find yourself saying to yourself, "This is a really, really slow movie." But when Norton enters the scene, there is actual tension and dramatic suspense. You'll find yourself caring about the characters, and actively wondering whether they'll be able to pull off the heist. There is even some comic relief in Norton's dual role of the calculating, ruthless criminal on the one hand and the naive, mentally challenged janitor on the other. So, the first 25% of the movie is mediocre. The second 25% of the movie which sets up the heist is good, and the last half is almost excellent. You'll also see some twists in the plot near the end. Overall, this isn't an excellent movie, but it's worth seeing, and you'll probably leave the theatre satisfied.
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Summary: The best heist film in recent years!
Review: First of all, this film stars the great and talented Robert De Niro as Nick, a very smart and intelligent theif. You never really come across a film with a smart and intellingent thief, of what I've seen anyway. Then you have the great and talented Ed Norton of "Fight Club" fame as Jack and Brian. Norton is really Jack in the film but he acts as a mentally challanged man named Brian who works as a janitor in ironically enough, the place where "The Score" is going down. Then there is "The Godfather" himself, Marlon Brando, as the character Max. You could call Max the "Comic Relief" the film has to offer. Max hooks up Nick, brings Jack (Brian) in on it and after tough negoitiating, Nick agrees to do it. The whole hour and a half sets up for a great and exciting heist. Along with clever dialogue and plot twists, "The Score" really pays off! I, as you can tell by now, really enjoyed the film. Why do you ask? Because it has all of the main elements I enjoy in a good film. Its got good dialogue, a feeling which tells you that the screenwriters really but thought into it, plot twists, its not full of action but uses action as a reward for the audience watching the whole setup, and great and talented actors. What more could you expect from a film? Thanks for your time.
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Summary: A Thinker's Thriller
Review: Despite the potential for competition between the two great stars, De Niro and Brando, Edward Norton holds his own in this movie. Even without extravagant promotional expense in our Las Vegas market, the showings were packed with viewers of all ages. I was gratified to see that, for once, a "caper" movie was not dominated by special effects such as impossible physical combat or car chase scenes. You will be surprised at the ending and anyone who starts to discuss this movie with a person had better warn them not to reveal it. Brando's presence is more than a cameo and adds just the right touch of class you would expect from a pro who knows how not to overplay a role. This one will have real legs for months. I suspect the first weekend's box office results will delight the producers.
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