Best Movie of 1997

Rating: Null/10 (28 September 1998)

This movie epitomises the crime/noir genre. Here not only does the film present an honest look at crime life in L.A. but adds the suspense to keep you on the edge of your seat throughout the entire picture. Despite its sometimes confusing scenes, whether its trying to determine the difference between Kevin Spacy and Guy Pierce, or just the whole idea of there being a million characters that must be remembered, the whole story ties together at the end. Making the viewer think.
I must also comment on the great casting job... I haven't seen a better cast in a movie for a long time. You can't help but identify with each and every character's different personalities. Very wonderful acting as well. Kim Basenger is at her best in this movie. (Also check out cool world for more great acting by Basenger)
Definitely a gem. Worth seeing time and time again (whether you're viewing over and over to understand it, or just for your enjoyment. It took me a couple of times to get it.