Slick film style with an 80's esque feel

Rating: 9/10 (29 September 2011)

My girlfriend put it perfectly, you can't set this movie beside another and compare it, it's completely different in its delivery, and you won't be disappointed.
What I loved in its uniqueness was its great 80's vibe. It has a simple soundtrack with some very appropriate indie songs, accompanied by a unique dialogue (if you can call it that) that makes you feel the scene instead of hear the scene.
Ryan Gosling's character is a cool, mysterious, reluctant "hero", calm and collected facing friend or foe, only releasing the inner beast when pushed too far.
Great cinematography, some very dramatic shots with superb use of lighting, the director really knows when to cut the talk and just show the audience what he wants in a scene, complimented by some really refreshing new takes on what a "car chase" can be. Great film, definitely a buy, and definitely worth an evening ticket.