Disregard the plot holes and it's still just above average.

Rating: Null/10 (6 December 2014)

Jackie Brown is one of those films that captures the feel of a 90s LA expertly. Specifically the scenes in Ordell's apartment and the mall. The high production value helps with this. The choice of editing, sets, props, and cinematography pull you right into those scenes.
The plot tends to get a little too convoluted. It contains some big holes. i.e. There would be CCTV all over the mall. The store clerk at Billingtons would have been interviewed by the police. Not to mention the fact that people NEVER get handed a bag full of cash and just assume it's all there without checking immediately. Everything was just too conveniently tied up at the end making the heist utterly unbelievable..
The above issues pale in comparison to the films fundamental flaw. Our bad guy (Ordell) is a much more likable character than the good girl (Jackie). Even though we know Ordell is a degenerate criminal we still root for him. Jackie Brown is given the moral high ground to steal the cash. The viewer is supposed to feel good about her intricate back stabbing scheme. We don't though because it's much harder to emphasise with Jackie. We understand Ordells motivations in a much clearer way. This problem is compounded by the fact that Pam Grier is a mediocre actress surrounded by actors and actresses that steal every scene she is in. All of the other characters are more interesting to watch than hers.
Tarrentino overused 'Didn't I' by The Delfonics too. It got dreary hearing that song played in the final act.
Overall I give a 7/10. Mainly for the supporting cast and the production value.