A sincere philosophication of popular nineties culture.

Rating: 8/10 (8 August 2006)

First of all, I must say that this is a truly disgustingly biased comment. I really don't want to address those who disliked this film as having read all of Irvine Welsh's novels, novellas, short stories, plays and magazine columns, I do feel a genuine rapport with this genre and just want to recommend any fans of this movie to pick up a copy of either the Trainspotting novel or a copy of Mr Welsh's best novel, Filth. This you will enjoy. Now for a critical analysis of the movie. Initially, Danny Boyle did a fantastic job here, some beautiful shots and a energetic vicious pace. The characters were very believable with notable credit to be given to General Franco Begbie. When watching this film i do note the strength of the soundtrack which melts nicely into the brain and carries the viewer back to the times effortlessly. To quickly summerise, this is an ungratuitous piece of cinema for an intelligent, observant viewer.