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Summary: Bill Hicks is not Andre Sacharov!
Review: A great film (the UK version) unfortuantely the US version's cutting takes the [...] out of it. Not only are some of the good scenes cut, but also elements that make the characters more dimensional. Moff being a drug dealer, cut in the US version, makes his come down realisation to clean up his life more poinient. And jokes that are satire are changed because supposedly us Americans won't get them; The 'new national' anthem cut half way, leaving out the great jokes 'have we a soul' and 'who is the queen'; and making the post Goa Modernist say 'You can feel the vibrations in Jamaica' with an added sound effect, because Americans will think this guy is cool and not get that he's being made fun of. Let's face it, the American cutting has enough drug references to knock down the censorship arguement, and is just as likely the result of a Patronising Brit thinking that the cut would make them more money in America. Or it could be the [...]who over-dubbed Mad Max's origianl soundtrack. We got the full uncut versions of Peter Greenway's movies, I think our distributers can handle human traffic. Unfortuantely I wouldn't bother with the American version.
People, reviewers and distributers should realise that on both sides of the Atlantic people 'get it'. It seems people feel superior when they generlise entire populations and think that the few people or celebraties they DO like are exceptions, I mention this because of the philisophical role American comedian Bill Hicks plays in the movie. Remember, Bill Hick's was an extremly popular comedian in the States, regardless of how much he was underapreciated by some, he was not some sort of dissident exile. OK, they didn't want him for the play it safe audience that watches the tonight show, but how many Brits could get their grannys to watch Human Traffic. Cool people on both sides of the Atlantic are not prejudice. Shame to cut up a fun movie. Enjoy your twenties, its the last time in life that you think you know everything.
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Summary: Fun
Review: This movie is something of the british adaption of an american movie called the groove. They are simliar in scope, but different in perspective and direction. This movie is very funny and has many good comedic moments. The movie is directed towards the clubbing and rave crowd, but can be watched by others and still be enjoyed. Also, be advised this is a british movie and accents abound. Very good though and an enjoyable flick.
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Summary: Who the hell is Bret Felzer?
Review: Clearly someone didn't get the joke. If you were alive in the UK in the early-mid 90's, or if you've ever been young and had a social life this film will touch a part of your soul other films simply can't reach. Human traffic is a welcome relief from the mass-produced youth market films we're usually swamped with. Add this to possibly the best soundtrack of any film of it's genre (expertly mixed up by the venerable Mr. Pete Tong) and it makes a fine evening in, which will leave you yearning for a big night out.
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Summary: Excellent look into a clubbers night out !!!!
Review: 5 stars for the accuracy on a clubbers night out. Anybody who goes clubbing or raving should enjoy this movie. It takes a different angle than Groove does and is certainly less cheesy. Yes there are tons of elements taken from Trainspotting and all it really is ..............a Trainspotting for Ravers.
Enjoy.
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Summary: Human Traffic
Review: The movie "Human Traffic" is an excellent uniquely presented comedy about a small group of friends in their early 20's living in the UK. It was unexpectly funny with a refeshing way of throwing comedy images to go along with comments spoken by the people towards the camera in a documentary-like way at times.Highly recommended intelligent fun flick.
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Summary: Lots of fun!
Review: Bret Fetzer's got it all wrong. "Human Traffic" is an irreverent and artistic look at the late-90s rave scene, as similarly depicted in films such as "Go" and "Groove." While it's likely that audiences above forty will find this film offensive, those of us slapped with the "Gen-X" title can sit back, nod knowingly and appreciate the movie's brilliant candor and honesty.Unlike Hollywood films, Brit filmmakes are decidedly more comfortable with tackling the taboo, and in "Human Traffic," the audience is treated to a non-partisan perspective on drug-culture. The film is neither for nor against it; it merely lays it all out on the table and lets the viewer decide. This is not to say that "Human Traffic" presents both sides equally. The characters in this film are having way too much fun to seriously consider slowing down, and thus far have faced few repurcussions due to their partying. It's this portrayal that will undoubtedly ruffle feathers and cause some to believe that this is a pro-drug film. It's not--but neither is it a statement against recreational drug use. Actually, it's a sly wink to those of us who have survived the party and still kind of miss it. ;) Even if you're not familiar with the scene, this movie should appeal to anyone who loves a good indie/foreign/art film.
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Summary: Amazing Head Trip...
Review: If you consider yourself hip, young, cool or a myrid dance junkie...buy this blindly. This is a beautiful story about a bunch of kids havin a blast. The extream music video like qualities of this gem come shining through via great dialougs, cool acting and stylish cinematography. The story in itself has great depth and touches on many topics like youthful zest, love, sadness, happiness and drug use. This film is,form a certain perspective, a strong retalliatory statement against the consevative middle class population of England who blindly beleive "todays youth" is going to hell. I am a complusive raver and i can identify closely with all the caractors in this movi. This is inventive and modern film making at its best and i highly recomend you buy this work of art. Also, if you like this, you should check out others movies like "GO", "Groove", "Trainspotting", "Scratch" et al. oh ..and while your at it..buy the soundtrack too ..you wont be dissapointed...RAVE ON!
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Summary: thi is *not* trying to be trendy or hip. doesn't need to.
Review: The main body of characters (yeah, pointless word use) is über-cool, not so much pshychic as pathological as they grow on you.
Plus - raves look and feel like that, at least mine do to me. Scary, when you're still at home and checking to make sure you haven't actually taken anything stronger than an aspirin or if your dad hasn't accidentally spiked your mineral water with something both unmentionable and illegal for someone his age to even know about.
Oh, btby, have I mentioned the music? wicked! and all the casual walk-ins bump-ontos that this film has. 'Egg' from This Life? There's a God! 'Jeff' from Coupling? And She's got good taste!
GRReat FFilm!
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Summary: Human Traffic review
Review: I found this movie to be a hilarious, realistic glimpse into the world of young clubbers. Upon viewing, it instantly became one of my favorite movies. I would highly recommend this film to almost anyone!!
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Summary: Brett Fetzer is a dolt
Review: If you have half a brain, you'd ignore the editiorial review. The man obviously has no heart and any sense of humor. Whatever he mentioned, go with the opposite. The writing? Wickedly funny. Attitudes? None whatsoever. In fact, the whole premise of the film is to show how alienated young people are made to feel these days and that the only means of making sense of it all is the love and support of their peer group. The only attitude they have is that they're trying to make sense of everyday reality and when you're in your early 20's, things are not always peachy keen. Brett is the epitome of what these 4 friends are trying to escape from. Free your mind Brett. Have you ever gone out to a club and felt absolutely carried away by the music? Have you ever danced for 4 hours straight? Have you ever experienced the beauty and stillness of a sunrise with your closet friends? Have you ever fallen in love with your best friend? Obviously not, otherwise the movie would have touched you greatly. Instead you just chuck in the "Trainspotting" category. Stupid. The only 3 things this movie has in common with Trainspotting: There are drugs. There is techno. It's set in Great Britain. That's it. Maybe I was spoiled club kid, but at the time (90-92), the only thing I had to look forward to in my bleak life as a college freshman was the weekend and going to dance parties with my best mates. Every weekend was a bonding experience and I'll never forget those times. This movie is a scrapbook for the acidhouse genration, told humanly and accurately, with a fanastic soundtrack (thank you Pete Tong!)
So Brett, you missed the boat, mate and I feel sorry for you.
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