Straight Edge Life

This movie was exactly what I expected it to be. It lived and breathed 100% authenticity. Authenticity to the conversion of graphic novels into movies; something that’s becoming a genre of it’s own right. And a genre that I’m coming to love more with each new movie created in this style. I’ve never been a big graphic novel guy but I can see myself becoming one very soon.

But, about the movie… it’s packed full of so many good actors that I can’t even begin to remember them all. Bruce Willis, Clive Owen, Jessica Alba… They all play there parts well enough that the movie is superbly cohesive as you weave through the intricate plot lines of two or three simultaneous stories. The acting is great obviously, as is the photography, the sets, costuming and lighting. I really don’t have many complaints about this movie. None actually.

You might not want to take little kids to see Sin City because it casts all men as violent and sadistic killers. Either corrupt or broken. All women are portrayed as either virgin sluts or prostitutes. Either helpless or ruthless. And I think it takes a bit of perspective to manage that. But if you’re as casual about violence and sex as most american audiences are, you probably won’t even notice. I just happened to overhear a couple of Eugene girls going on about how offended they were.

But I digress… this movie is worth seeing on the big screen. If you’re a fan of graphic novels or just want to explore best that they have to offer in film, see this movie.