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Summary: where do I begin
Review: This is one of those movies that has all the hallmarks of being a classic, but fails on every level. Although stunning in a few sequences, the direction is flawed. Long periods of pointless film making split scenes of pure genius. Unfortunately these scenes span ten minutes of film max. And then there's the story. As I see it a story is good if it can be real. This fim could have been but then we discovered that brad pitt is an imaginary character. At this point the whole fim collapses due to the large nuber of holes that have formed in its structure. Lastly, the story is a pointless one. There is absoultely no reason why this plot needs to be told. I can't think of one. maybe you can. You must see this movie. It shows how a great idea can be ruined by bad direction, disgraceful acting and a moment of pure stupidy in story telling
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Summary: Wow
Review: I watched this at the cinema, and one misfortunate idiot two rows infront of my took it upon himself to leave 40 mintues into the film. No. This film isn't about fighting! Although you'll have to 'endure' a lot especially at the beginning. It is ONE film that conveys so many different and complex ideas that it left me thinking! Its about men's primal instincts, and fight for self respect, and for spiritual freedom. Its about the longing we feel to escape from the materialism of the world, about anarchy and the price it brings. How we can never escape comformity, even when seeking anarchy. I was puzzled by some aspects of the film that didn't make sense. But i passed those off as silly parts of the film, and as it was a film, I let the unbelieveable bits go. But suddenly, at the end, it all came together and made sense! Above all, the twist at the end knocked me sideways, and even left me questioning my own sanity. The strangest of things can happen even to the most normal people.
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Summary: The year's best satire
Review: FIGHT CLUB arrived in the US with a blaze of publicity stressing its violence and nihilism; some critics (and those close to the production) countered this with the suggestion that it was an anti-materialist jeremiad. On a second viewing, it seems like neither -- it's easier to see it as a smart, committed and complex piece of filmmaking. David Fincher once again dazzles with his direction, which is as intelligently energetic as the acting of Brad Pitt and, especially, Edward Norton. What's really impressive, however, is the way that the film manages to flirt with an anti-materialist, hyper-masculine primitivism even as it suggests that we're all a little too sophisticated to buy it (as it were).FIGHT CLUB may hold that we're not the clothes we wear, or the credit cards in our wallet, but it's savvy enough to realise that our paths of thought and modes of organisation are almost entirely contaminated by the world we've created. Is the solution to destroy that world? Well, that's an option -- but watch closely in the movie's second half and see how subtly and hilariously Fincher undermines this: the anarchists begin to chant management-speak, to dissolve into a collective identity, and to form franchises as if they were selling frappucino rather than revolution. Norton is especially horrified at all this, and his wonderful reactions to the disintegration of 'Project Mayhem' are the calm (and moral) centre of the film. Rather like ANIMAL FARM, Fincher tells us that we can have our revolution, but it's going to cost us dear; perhaps even the individuality and reason which we'd hoped to gain from our actions.
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Summary: WOW!
Review: This movie works on so many levels, a rarity in films these days. There's the anti-establishment, anti-materialistic angle. There's the strong sense of homo-eroticism among the fight club members, scenes cut to resemble sexual acts. Another great aspcet is the surprise twist, ala "The Usual Suspects". With all of these great cinematic layers, and more that there is not enough room to mention, this is a movie that forces you to watch over and over and actually think! One more thing, if Meatloaf doesn't get nominated for a best supporting actor oscar, it's a crying shame.
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Summary: Unforgettable
Review: "Fight Club" was one of the most overlooked films of 1999. Yes, it attracted a lot of controversy for it's graphic violence, but a lot of people missed the film's main point. It is a jarring, thought-provoking satire on society in the 90's, and it's consistently sharp observations about men and their search for lost identity is something that is easy to admire. "Fight Club"'s unflinching portrayal of destruction and havoc unleashed, physically and mentally, is at times tough-going, but never boring to watch. David Fincher does a masterful creating both a visually and mentally compelling picture. Edward Norton is good, but Brad Pitt is simply astounding as the fearless sociopath. The film's scrutiny of man's needed gain for power and ultimate rebellion against society may be too pessimistic for some people, but might also be tremendous for others. The only major flaw in "Fight Club" is it's last third, it totally goes off-course, and detracts from it's overall credibility. That's too bad, because if it wasn't for that, this could of easily been one of 1999's most brilliant film. It's definitely still worth a look though, it's too important to miss.
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Summary: Fight Club - A punch in the face of reality.
Review: This is the best movie I've seen in years, both Edward Norton and Brad Pitt were amazing. First of all if you haven't seen this movie, go see it! If you have then you already know it's unlike anything you've seen before. After I saw it I left the theater and I just couldn't believe the slap in the face. I don't want to spoil the movie for anyone...So I won't go into any details about the story. It is very well made and the cinematography is great. This is by far the most original movie I've ever seen. All I can say is go and see it with an open mind and just sit back and enjoy the ride!
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Summary: Join the "CLub"
Review: Ok..if you're watching this movie..and you find yourself itching to punch something...hard...you're not alone. I laughed, I cried, I punched my best friend in the parking lot afterwards. This movie not only speaks to a generation...it SCREAMS! I am chewing my nails, waiting for the release on DVD...needing that "fix", that rush of pure adrenaline that only a handful of movies have been able to provide. If you did not see this in the theatres...then shame on you...but, if like me, you DID see this..then bravo...huzzah...and so on and so forth. I for one, will be on my seats edge..waiting..not patiently I might add... Remember..."The first rule of Fight Club..."
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Summary: FIGHT CLUB! ENOUGH SAID!
Review: fight club! enough said! an on dvd too? it's all a wonderful dream. i really loved fight club. tho it might not be for everyone.i first saw the small preview for it an thought WoW that movie looked so kool an diffrent whats this about? so i had to buy the book it's based on...i started to read it an could'nt put it down i'm tell'n ya! just trust me read the book if u have'nt seen the film or if u have read it anyway it was so good an is one of my favs. then i had to see te film the first weekend it was out an it blew me away! i was really happy to be seeing it an it was alot like the novel an i loved it. just the whole feel an look of the movie looked right. the soundtrack by the dust bros is killer! an the acting is great! the director it te koolest he has made some of the best films like seven an the game! i think the voilence is very real an very gritty but i love it! i cant wait for this to come out! an FOX puttig out a dvd with all the good stuff true dvd/movie fans want. FOX was a late comer in the dvd installment an i have yet to see a FOX dvd with this much stuff.and for this film! i love it! i say everyone should buy/see this truely kick AS$ film! it's not just a wham bam fighting flick, it makes u think too! SO GET IT BEFORE I PUNCH YOUR FACE IN AN HEY WE ARE ALL BREAKING THE #1 RULE ABOUT THE FIGHT CLUB! =NEVER TALK ABOUT THE FIGHT CLUB!
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Summary: Guided Meditation
Review: How do I begin to review the book that has now defined my life? I first thank Chuck for writting this amazing novel. For taking us off the repeditive path of human existance and giving us another view of our monotony. We sell ourselves every day to images, attitudes, and worst of all our posessions. This movie is incredible from opening to credits. The one last thing I must include is that every time I have been to the theater to see Fight Club, the hipocritical audiance has laughed and very obviously loved the honest humor in the begining of the film.(especially the fight with the priest) However as soon as the movie reaches climax the brutal truth behind the movie is revealed and it leaves the audiance naked and not laughing. The simple realization that this movie is making fun of everone in the audiance. This is pure Genius. This movie might not be considered at the Oscars, but not because it is bad. It is because we all know how much truth it holds and that particular academy is too fake to give credit where it is due. GO SEE THIS MOVIE..with an open mind. It is not about fighing like the commercials and half brained humas think. Look deeper and see the self realization we all need. STOP buying brand label clothes and expensive furiture. Make a list of everything you have ever wanted to do and everything you are scared to death of and do everything on both lists. Once you truely understand fear, you will never fear anything again. Everything you love dies. Dealing with death is the core to all our doughts, self hate, lonliness. Live life how you want. Just do it for you! This book is an opening to paradise as you see it!
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Summary: Disturbing
Review: This is one of those great films that only comes along every few years. It's intensely imaginative and completely unlike anything you've ever seen before. After seeing this movie the first time, I had a hard time driving home. That's the kind of impact it can have. Saying any more could spoil the surprise, but don't watch this movie expecting a cheap rip-off of Bloodsport. It's not about fighting at all.
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