Bloody and disappointing

Rating: 5/10 (21 October 1999)

I had high hopes for this film. I have liked Fincher's previous films, The Game and Seven. I did like the humor in the film. Helen Bonham Carter's role was a nothing role. I think Fincher was trying to say to people to think for themselves and break free of this rampant commercialism. His message gets lost with all the pummeling that takes place in the film. I don't know of anyone who would want to take a beating on a consistent basis. This movie seems to say that fascism is good, but I am sure Fincher's intent was the opposite. The ending was also contrived and not convincing. Brad Pitt and Edward Norton both perform well in the film. Meat Loaf also has a good supporting role. It is not enough however for me to recommend this film.