Smart, Sly, Sexy

Rating: 10/10 (18 March 2006)

Smart, Sly, Sexy. Yes, certainly a delight in many respects. 'Match Point' contains not only outstanding, up and coming acting (Johanssen and Rhys-Meyers), but the music (including those clever choice moments of silence) carries its audience along. As well, while this movie is quite unlike many others credited to Woody Allen, if you desire Allen's natural zest for subtle comedy, stay conscious of the natural witticisms inherent in scene changes. It's important not to get hung up on analysis, however. Be sure to engage emotionally with this film in your initial trial run. You may find yourself coming back to it again and again.