Smokin!!!

Rating: 8/10 (24 March 2012)

If you enjoyed Lock Stock etc you will definitely enjoy this follow up film from Guy Ritchie. In the same genre, with once again an intertwining of East End shady characters after the same goal, plenty of blood and guts, shootouts, and of course, humour! To me, compared to Lock Stock the story line and connection of the characters was a bit clearer to follow and it was pleasing to see Vinnie Jones have more dialogue as well. The funniest scenes were the three black guys in the car and also the attempt at robbing the bookies (especially when trying to escape through the door!). I was impressed with Brad Pitt's character and the fact that he was prepared to make the movie for a huge cut in fees (and I also notice his name was not top of the bill). If nothing else it is refreshing to see a big star be prepared to do a movie because they want to. The type of movie only the Brits can do - and don't they do it well!.