reviews: March 2004 Archives

In the grand tradition of the Coen brothers, they have turned in another magnificently quirky comedy. Although they have yet to top their masterpiece, 1987's Raising Arizona, this one is certainly a jewel in the Coen brothers' crown. Tom Hanks's performance alone is worth the price of admission, with Marlon Wayans being notable as well.

Does every movie out of Hollywood these days have to have a "twist"? This movie is very suspenseful, if perhaps a bit predictable. Although I didn't see the surprise ending in this one coming, it was fairly obvious early on who was *not* the killer. Angelina Jolie does a good job in this one, reminding her fans that she can actually act when she wants to, instead of just phoning it in like she has done in past roles (Tomb Raider comes to mind). Ethan Hawke is good too.