Violent escapism ... entertaining

Rating: 8/10 (30 August 1999)

First and foremost, "Dusk till dawn" is not a film for those averse to violence. This is a VERY violent movie. That said, it's also quite entertaining, provided you are prepared to put aside any preconceptions about the storyline. The story revolves around the exploits of two extremely nasty brothers (Clooney and Tarantino), who will stop at nothing to escape justice, following a bank holdup. There are seemingly senseless acts of brutality committed from the outset, which serves to build a sense of revulsion for these two. After highjacking a family as hostages and fleeing into Mexico, the pair arrive at a truckers bar where the whole story takes a major turn. It's at this point that most people will decide to either love or hate this film. I chose the former. I've watched the DVD a few times now, and find the image quality to be excellent, apart from slight over coloration. The audio is equally satisfying. Sadly, there are very few additional features on the DVD. In summary, I recommend this film to fans of the action/horror genre ... just be prepared to check your incredulity at the door. 8/10