So what's it all about?
Roy Waller is a con artist, a criminal genius, if
you will. Roy is also a bit of a basket case. Agoraphobic and obsessive
compulsive, among other things, Roy is soon to meet the daughter he
thought long lost to him. Considering his lifestyle, parent is a
complication Roy could certainly do with out.
Is it any good?
A fine diversion on a Sunday afternoon, Matchstick
Men was a small project for director Scott between his usual
blockbusters’. And it shows. While the movie is well made and interesting
it lacks the usual polish found in a Ridley Scott production. Cages’s
performance as Waller falls inline with some of his previous performances
as a quirky character, but it’s by no means a test of his acting muscle.
Sam Rockwell is competent as Roy’s partner Frank, but again, this is
hardly a stretch of his talent. Kudos, though, must go to Alison Lohivian,
who plays Cage’s daughter. Though not immediately apparent, by the end of
the movie, most will agree she delivered an outstanding performance.
Matchstick may not be essential viewing, but it will hold you interest
while it lasts.
Score: 3/5
How about those special features?
To those genuinely interested in the filming making
process the
pre-production/production/post-production featurettes are a must see.
These provide an invaluable insight into how a movie gets made and is
rather quite fascinating. These featurettes aside, the usual commentaries
and such are included.
Score: 4/5
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