The only criticism of this movie is that it was so supremely and uncompromisingly clever and well made that it was obviously not made with the strict intention of entertaining the viewing masses. First of all, I love the slightly surreal feel to it and what adds to this is the fact that it was very evidently not made in the US but in the Isle of Man. What this movie brings to the audience is the same kind of thing that a really good book brings to the reader, interaction. Rather than just sit and be exposed to some vaguely entertaining medium, one is compelled to become involved and to 'think' and to interact; a preciously rare commodity in this day and age. Sadly, most viewers are happy with the crap that Hollywood directors persistently dish out and readers are similarly happy with mediocre books that are frequently on the New York Time Best seller list but are of dire artistic merit and severely challenged literary merit. What I love most of all is the bizarre irony in which the ego's of the viewers is brought into play almost as if it were the ego of Jake Green, Macha and the rest. I like Guy Ritchie Movies, loved 'Lock Stock....', wasn't so sure about 'Snatch', loved Rock'n'rolla but his best work without a doubt is this one. I am pretty sure Guy Ritchie doesn't need my accolade but i do feel that this movie was evidently so misunderstood especially as it was such an accomplished work of art ( for a change ) that he needs to be encouraged to keep the faith. I never give 10 out of 10 but I can;t stand the thought that this movie has been written off due to a poor IMDb score. My advice to those that didn't 'get it' is to make the effort, watch it again, ask questions if you are puzzled and then watch it again. There is nothing to be ashamed of in not understanding something but there is great shame in adopting the cloak of ignorance and not making any attempt to learn. Bravo Guy Ritchie
