Simply a masterpiece

Rating: 10/10 (5 May 2020)

The are Lock, Stock fans, there are Rocknrolla fans, and there are Sherlock Holmes fans. And yet, I think I won't lie when I say that most of Guy Ritchie's fans agree that Snatch is his best work. And I completely agree, this is my all time favourite and an absolute masterpiece. I can't say that Ritchie was the most diverse director during his early years, as there are many similarities to his debut movie, in almost all aspects. Despite that, the movie still feels new and original and most importantly, is highly enjoyable.
We face a classic Ritchie plot - many different storylines that eventually merge into one. We follow the adventures of England's crime world, from diamond dealers to small-time crooks. At the beginning we meet Tommy and Turkish, who could be perceived as the main characters. Still, just like in 'Lock, stock and two smoking barrels', every character is important, and if you stop paying attention you might miss a scene that is a key moment in the plot.
Another great thing about characters created by this ensemble cast (including Brad Pitt, Jason Statham and Benicio del Toro) is that every one of them is unique and has something to offer. In a story with so many characters, with a runtime of only 1h 45 mins, it's obvious that the screen time for every actor will be limited. And yet, we get to know a huge part of everyone's personality. Del Toro's Franky appears only in a couple of scenes, but is such a key character that without him the whole plot wouldn't make sense.
I also mentioned it in my 'Lock, stock' review, but Ritchie is a master when it comes to comedy. There's humor in almost every scene, but it's dark at times, and perfectly blends with the crime and action aspect of this movie. And to balance the experience, there are dramatic moments that add to the end result.
It's not a movie that will suit everyone's taste, but let's face it - such movie doesn't exist. But, if you're a fan of crime movies, action movies or comedies with a darker twist, this is the best you will get.