At This Point It's Not Overrated It's Underrated

Rating: 10/10 (3 July 2016)

David O Russell's American Hustle is an extremely controversial film and I don't understand that controversy because I think this is an amazing crime thriller that reminds me of classic Scorsese movies. This movie on the wrong hands could have been very boring but it's not this movie is one that entertains me from start to finish and that's because of Russell's direction he maintains a fast pace and consistent tone that keeps me loving this film every time I watch it. The performances in this movie are all fantastic for one Bradley Cooper absolutely steals the show here he's amazing in this movie because he makes his character so unpredictable and unhinged but you can't help but be excited for when he gets back on screen. Amy Adams should have got the Oscar for this movie because she is such an unpredictable character your never completely sure where she's standing but you still route for her. Christian Bale gives another one of his legendary Body transformations in this movie and he gives one of his finest performances here because you can't just help but like him despite all the bad things he's done and continues to do. I love the fact that this movie was set in the 70s it just makes the film look more glamorous and Russell captures the period perfectly I didn't live in the 1970s but after watching this movie I feel like I have. The narration in American Hustle works which is good because if done wrong it can become very frustrating and overloading but helps you understand that characters mindsets and motivations. But without a doubt my biggest issue with this movie though is Jennifer's Lawrence's character don't get me wrong I love Jennifer Lawrence she gets way to much hate and she's fantastic in this movie but her character has far to much screen time than is necessary and it gets on the viewers nerves quickly. Overall I adore American Hustle it's a fantastic film with terrific performances, great direction and an entertaining, fast paced plot. A-93%