One of the most visually stunning and beautiful films ever.

Rating: 10/10 (10 April 2005)

Let me say, I am one of the ignorant when it comes to the graphic novels of Frank Miller...I have never even read one. But the second I heard about this project in 2003 via MTV, I was interested...and then the trailer appeared. And I knew I'd have to see this. The proof that the directing and the writing are perfect lie in the fact that you don't have to be a Grade A Fanatic to love and appreciate Sin City, but you might become one anyway.
It is a fantastic movie, from beginning to end...you're in Basin City. You'd think the colours and background, ripped straight from the comics themselves, would help you stay one step removed from reality at all times, but it pulls you in completely. You love every murdering, kill-happy one of the characters. It's a crazy, weird, and beautiful world full of beautiful women who can either drive you crazy with one look or beat the crap out of you...with a really big smile on their faces. And of course, the men are tough, a little scary, and have world's most determined sense of justice. I found that the best part...despite all the violence...There was none done senselessly.
The acting was fantastic, you could tell everyone got into their parts. I went to see it with friends and they brought up the point that if you're not adjusted to the Noir style of film...you'll stumble upon hearing the first words...but that's it. The actors bring everything to life. The casting couldn't have been done better. I can't even go into detail or I'd be here all day. I will say...it was nice to see Josh Hartnett play a role I didn't hate him in.
The part of this movie very few people have mentioned, as it gets lost in the shuffle of beautiful effects and the violence talk, is the humour. No, it's not a big comedy full of laugh out loud lines. But there are more than a few classic one liners. It just the sort of twisted humour you can love.
Overall, it's a fantastic movie. It's violent from beginning' to end, but in such a way that it's like getting slapped then being kissed. Which, sometimes, is what noir films are all about. The story lines are intriguing, and well told. The Catholic Church gets a quick kick in the pants, but it's barely perceptible. The speech is beautiful and refreshing. The look of the movie is amazing, you could go deaf and still love it. I'd tell everyone to see this film. But this is not for the weak or faint of heart. If you're a flincher at violence, you might be okay. But if violence upsets your system...stay home and rent Bambi (oh, wait..never mind).
And Leave The kids at home, Please. It's rated R for a reason. And That reason is the adults want to hear the movie..not your kid freaking out.
My rating...a 9.5 out of ten.