Okay After Viewing

Rating: 6/10 (22 July 2009)

Burn has a lot going for it. As with most Coen Brothers' movies, this spy spoof has a brilliantly quirky story that is full of interestingly flawed characters. The plot moves along with enough action never to be boring.
The performances and direction make the movie well worth your time. Unfortunately, there's a missed opportunity here. Nothing ever really takes off like you would expect or want.
This movie is not near as bad, nor near as good as some reviewers contend. Maybe it's because people have certain expectations of any Coen Brothers movie. As for me, some of their movies I love, and others I hate. Then there are a few, like Burn, that are just okay. Burn delivers light entertainment, with an occasional flash of great dialog and dark humor. If that's okay with you, you won't be disappointed.