Unlike anything else

Rating: Null/10 (1 September 2003)

Based on the superb book of the same title, Fight Club sees Edward Norton and Brad Pitt turn in the performances of their careers. The nameless protagonist(Norton)who we'll call Jack (for reasons apparent in the film) finds himself at odds with his own consumerist lifestyle and when insomnia creeps in he seeks solice in the pain of others by attending multiple help groups. He meets Marla (Helena Bonham Carter sporting a pitch perfect American accent)and it isn't long before Tyler Durden (Brad Pitt)steps in and turns Jack's world upside down with his twisted philosophy. Together they form Fight Club, a place where old and young men alike can unleash their inner frustrations upon each other.
The fact of the matter is that while there are plenty of other such controversially violent film out there, none handle the issues and themes as intelligently as Fight Club does. It's an ingenious plot swimming in incredible ideas about society and it's psychological effects. Fincher's bold and stylish direction is nigh on perfect. The script shines, i could quote Tyler Durden forever. This truly is a film unlike anything else i have experienced and i get the feeling will remain so for quite a while.