Review of Burnt Money

Burnt Money (2000)
Style to Burn
22 July 2004
And fiery acting, too--especially the leads. After that, a strangely protracted mid-section, weirdly cut, which often left me dumbfounded.

What was more confusing, on the video print I saw the film's English title appeared on screen about a half hour before the actual end. In fact, I thought the movie was finishing and credits about to roll.

No such luck--it went on for what seemed an interminably drawn out finale. No wonder some might think it over the top.

Yet, there was a strong visual style and iron-fisted acting from the principals throughout. Did I feel much for them? No, I merely observed their plight, with nary a moist tear formed for their requiem.

Still, I note many appreciated this "male Bonnie and Clyde import," which apparently was based on true events.
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