Good, but certainly overrated.

Rating: 6/10 (27 January 2014)

As many people mentioned, David's ways and mannerism of film making especially American Hustle does remind me of Martin, but I think there still is a long road ahead for him to be anywhere near him. Even though the film is well made, superbly directed, excellently acted and fairly well written, it still ends up being a boring film which only gets better for the last 30 to 40 minutes.
Premises set upon the ABSCAM, it is a fictionalized account of how a FBI agent used small con artists to get the big fishes.
Firstly, this isn't my Genre, I don't particularly like these kind of films. They might be good and well rated, but I still find them boring at points. So I wasn't expecting much. As David O Russell say, he only like characters and hates plots, it is fairly evident in this venture of his. The film is totally character driven with some excellent performances, whereas the plot seems a little messed up and haphazard especially in the first half. The comic moments were rare and only came with Jennifer.
Along with excellent directing and acting, the film has eye catchy costumes and hairstyling, particularly Amy's dresses and Lawrence's hair. I was surprised when it wasn't nominated for Makeup and Hairstyling. I think the film is the most deserving nominee for Costumes.
Direction: Strong. David manages to hold a messy plot together.
Writing: Slightly weak for David's standards. Though it is good towards the end.
Acting: Almost everyone was outstanding, and I'd be utterly disappointed if Lupita takes away Lawrence's Statue.
Music: A good mash-up of old classics.
Overall a one time watch flick, well made, yet a bit boring. 6.7/10.