10 - A supremely enjoyable show

Rating: 10/10 (27 November 2000)

This movie is simply fantastic. The Coen brothers have once again outdone themselves. Amazing imagery coupled with a fantastic, though brief, performance by John Turturro paints a hilariously poignant picture of the bowling subculture. The Coen Brothers have long been known for paying less attention to the plot than they pay to the visuals and the interaction of their characters, and this film is no exception. The plot is somewhat confusing and contains innumerable twists, but what lies at the heart of this movie is solid: The relationship that is developed between John Goodman and Jeff Bridges is funny, and it reveals quite a bit about their characters. Overall I thought this movie was outstanding. Even though it didn't reveal any eternal truths about the human spirit, I had fun while watching it, and that's all the truth I need.