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Summary: "Well put together"
Review: Ocean's eleven is a well put together movie. It was well directed and acted out. There is also a good story line. I think the best part of the movie was the ending. It made you think, and what happens is totally unexpected. There are a few drawbacks however. The story is very unlikely to happen. There are also some parts that move slowly. This movie is for the thinker, not for one who craves action. Buit I would still highly recomend this movie.
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Summary: Nicely done, but not as good as the original
Review: This Ocean's Eleven is not your father's Ocean's Eleven. The story line for the Frank Sinatra vehicle was actually much better but you have to give credit to the great cast, directing and effects of this one. In this version a group of highly-skilled, but likable, career criminals team up for an improbable job and pull it off with some style and more than a little creativity. The cast wants you to know this movie was fun to make and it shows in the on-screen banter and chemistry. In the original version, the eleven were not criminals which made them more sympathetic. Their miscalculations eventually set up a surprise ending that doled out just enough justice along with their fun. This "criticism", if you want to call it that, means I will only watch each version about a dozen more times in the coming year.
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Summary: A fun film
Review: Remakes a movies tend to get mixed reactions from moviegoers, Oceans 11 is one of the greatest remakes ever. I'm a fan of the old one with the rat pack, but it's got nothing on this one. Oceans 11 is a fun story. Danny Ocean(Clooney) has just gotten out of jail. He wants to steal $150 million dollars from Terry Benidickt(Garcia). In the process he wants to also get his ex-wife back and he gets an all star gang to help him pull this caper off. George Clooney was great in the film. I've always had mixed reactions for Clooney on the big screen, because he does a hit movie and then goes and does a bunch of duds. I don't get why he does it. He's great in this one and his fans will be well pleased. Brad Pitt was the best in this film. He was cocky, arrogant, and so dang cool all at the same time. Him, Garcia, and Damon really drove the film for me. It's such a slick film, and Pitt has the slickest character. Awesome performance. I didn't like Julia Roberts in the movie. You don't see a whole lot of her, but they advertised her name like crazy for it. SHe doesn't do all that bad, I just don't care for her to much. Matt Damon was great in the movie. This guy really is a great actor. He doesn't get the kind of attention he deserves. He's signed on to do the sequel to this alond with Pitt and Clooney. Damons fans will be pleased with his job in this. This is a great film. It's so slick and was very well made. The DVD could have had some more extras, but oh well. Look at the movies that are already copying it. The Italian Job was done the same way as this one, except it was gold and not as big of a cast. It's a great film and I have to reccomend it to everyone.
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Summary: Good film, mediocre DVD
Review: Steven Soderbergh continues to lead a blessed life of filmmaking. Here he wrangles an insanely high-profile cast into a lighthearted, breezy, ensemble heist film. This film shares it's title and it's main character's name with the Rat Pack original, and virtually nothing else. Whereas the original was a slower-paced showcase for the singing/acting talents Sinatra, Davis, and Martin, this movie hits the ground running and instead leans on the charisma and comedic timing of it's richly gifted cast. While George Clooney plays the titular Danny Ocean as the swashbuckling leader, the film is really made by Brad Pitt as the #2 man/cardsharp, Bernie Mac's subtly funny blackjack dealer, and the perfect comedic delivery of Elliot Gould as the bankroll and Carl Reiner as the flimflam aritst. The rest of the cast ranges from "good enough" (Julia Roberts) to "pitch perfect" (Andy Garcia, Matt Damon). Ultimately, this film lives off it's quick pace, and the charisma of Ocean's team as the undertake the seemingly impossible heist. Had Soderbergh let this film drag at all, the many Sherman tank-sized plot holes would have creamed the viewers enjoyment, but like a good magician, Soderbergh keeps you distracted just long enough to get a couple hours of enjoyment out of this highly polished film. The film then falls flat on its face with the DVD packaging. Setting aside the lousy cover (when the movie's posters were far superior), the special features are at best weak. The cast commentary consists of Matt Damon and Andy Garcia both talking together, interspersed with another track of Brad Pitt. While there is some useful insight, it is not, on the whole, interesting, and I frequently found myself wishing they would shut up so I coudl hear the dialogue. Steven Soderbergh's commentary ranks somewhere between watching paint dry and watching ice melt. In particular, his repeatedly complaints about the lighting in this scene or that (invariably when the lighting was at its most distinctive) but not wanting to reshoot because the scene went well. If you liked the movie, it's a good copy of the movie, but the overall DVD package is nothign special.
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Summary: Las Vegas? America's Playground!
Review: One of the rules CLEARLY broken here is: leave emotion at the door. This film is excellent. Sure, it's a remake - it's more modern, up to speed with technology, fashion conscience.... which in this case is a very good thing. There are super smooth characters, a sense of "cool," and mucho confidence is all around as these eleven individuals go for the biggest heist! Even when they faced some tough and potentially problematic situations, they were able to solve the problems. It deserves a 4.5 out of 5. It came so close to a perfect five.
The only letdown was in the post-robbery scene, when Benedict barks orders to the assistant to find out how everything went down. I can't believe the crew was filming with a straight face.
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Summary: My Favourite Movie!!!
Review: I'm a typical 16-year-old girl who mostly frequents the cinemas for romantic comedies and Harry Potter. I never thought that i could be interested in a movie about robbery, like Ocean's Eleven. I only saw Ocean Eleven when my dad bought the DVD a year after it was released. I was hooked on the movie right from the start. The movie was entertaining as it was intelligent. At first, i was confused with the plot, and i had to ask my dad every once in a while for a commentary on the movie! He got pretty irritated after a while!! So, feeling dissatisfied and wanting more of Ocean's Eleven, i saw it again the next day, and this time, i was really blown away! I swear, there was never a moment in this movie, when i went 'Oh, why didn't they cut out this part? It's so draggy and boring'. The movie was PERFECT and almost FLAWLESS. I said, ALMOST flawless, because, as much as i LOVE Julia Roberts, i didn't think that she was best suited for the role. She had great chemistry with George Clooney, but she just didn't look the part as girlfriend to the ruthless Benedict (Andy Garcia).
The movie was so exciting and it actually made, robbing a casino, a pretty cool thing to do. At some point, i was kind of wishing i was the twelth member of Ocean's team!! They're robbers, but they're not dumb robbers, the kind that grabs the bag with money and make a run for it!
They are a group of intelligent individuals with each a specialty of their own. Without one member, the robbery would have gone haywire. The robbery was well thought-out and was done almost effortlessly.
The movie must have been very expensive, as they had Hollywood's biggest names involved. I think the cast was one of the reasons that made the movie so incredible. You're blown away by seeing so many of your favourite stars, being together in one place, and communicating with each other to make the best out of the movie. As they were talented actors, all of them brought out the characters beautifully.
I have seen this movie many times over, that i lost count. Treat yourself to Ocean's Eleven, you won't be dissapointed.
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Summary: One of the Most Watchable Movies Ever
Review: This remake has style, it has style, it has the best cast. Characters are fun. The dialogue is crisp. Screenwriting students should study this for sheerly great storytelling. This movie is also amazingly watchable. I have repeatedly found myself stopping on it while channel surfing, then simply riding it out yet again to the end.
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Summary: "If You Lose Focus for One Minute..."
Review: ...then you'll definitely miss something in this movie!! This is a movie that you must watch from beginning to end to really understand what all has happened, and it even took me two times to really get it. Ocean's Eleven is about a group of con men trying to rob the Bellagio, MGM Grand, and the Mirage in Vegas, which is pretty much impossible. I love this movie for a few reasons: 1. Great cast!! So many big names in this movie and they all do a fantastic job! 2. I found this movie very unpredictable. Just when you think they are going to get caught in the middle of their heist - they surprise you! 3. Although this movie is mainly a suspense/drama type movie, it does have some really funny moments. I would highly recommend this movie to anybody! It's an all-around good movie.
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Summary: So good. I get excited everytime I see it!!
Review: This movie is just awesome. NO complaints. The story was exciting and sucked me in completely. The movie never dragged and was just the right pace all the way through. Everyone did a really great job acting--which wasn't a suprise since they had such a strong and capable cast. It was just a really great movie. I would recommend it for anyone. There is something for everyone. A little confession...I wanted to join them on their mission, they made that exciting.
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Summary: One of the Most Pleasant Surprises in a Very Long Time!
Review: After ignoring this film for nearly a year after its original release, Ocean's Eleven is one of the most pleasant surprises I've encountered on film in a very long time! I tend to be somewhat skeptical of George Clooney, depending on the particular role he is playing. Regardless of this nominally respected opinion, Clooney fits the part of Danny Ocean very well. In fact, I am extremely challenged to think of anyone else that could have been substituted for him. All the other actors (Damon, Affleck...Casey...not Ben, Reiner, Cheadle, etc.) also do an excellent job. Their characters are unique, strong, and believable. The dialogue throughout the film is sharp and witty, and the soundtrack (by David Holmes) is a work of art in its own right. The music is extremely appropriate for each scene and strongly enhances the variety of emotions conveyed throughout the film. I cannot say enough about the soundtrack. It is definitely addictive, just like the film itself. If asked about any weaknesses in the film, I would have to say that it stems from Julia Roberts in the part of Tess, although one is able to quickly adapt to her acting and appreciate her in this role. Although there are many memorable scenes throughout the film, two deserve mentioning. The first is the glare of Terry Benedict (played by Andy Garcia) as he is being robbed and is watching from the "Eye in the Sky." Again, the mere motionless glare of nearly a minute is enhanced by the soundtrack. The second is the group of eleven watching the water spray in front of the casino while Debussy's Clair de Lune plays in the background. Both scenes, if you'll notice, have absolutely no dialogue. The images and soundtrack are sufficiently strong enough to leave a lasting impression. You won't be disappointed. Also, if you rent/buy the DVD, you might want to consider watching the special features. I found the commentary on the clothing being reflective and/or enhancing the personality of each character to be extremely fascinating. (I refuse to compare this film to or rate it against the original Ocean's Eleven. Each one is unique in its own right and is appropriate for the time/era in which it was produced)
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