Lucky Number Slevin

  • 2006


MOVIE IS disposable romantic entertaining inconsistent
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70 %
52 % Rotten
$ 56 Million
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Positive Reviews 52
Negative reviews 19
Average Rating 3.0/5
disposable romantic entertaining inconsistent

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3.2
For all its game invention, is less Pulp Fiction than an Elmore Leonard knockoff crossed with Deathtrap: a thriller that holds less interest and less .. EW
2.5
They think theyre more clever than I am, and they may be right, but that doesnt make me like them. Rogerebert
1.5
Only Lucy Lius insanely perky neighbour emerges with any real credit. Time Out
1.5
Hes less of a hero, and the movie doesnt spark during his quiet romantic scenes with Loren.
1.9
But in a film thats already established its protagonist as a raging, loathsome man, theres no room here for romantic notions of crime.
0.5
Possibly you notice that hes surprisingly unruffled by the astonishing events that overtake him, but he never turns dynamic until very, very late, and ..
2.5
This fun but ultimately disappointing mistaken identity thriller has style galore, which may actually be the crux of its problem.
3.0
The fist half hour of this film is so promising that Im almost willing to ignore the mess that follows. Almost. E Film Critic
3.1
For the most part, though, it works as a clever thriller that entertains through purposeful misdirection. San Francisco Chronicle
2.0
Like its title (will there be a worse one this year), Lucky Number Slevin isnt as clever as it thinks it is.
3.0
It doesnt all fall flat, but again the inconsistent tone hurts it. Cinema Blend
3.5
...a funky crime picture loaded with slick dialogue, lots of bloody killings and a slew of oddly named characters... JoBlo
2.5
Eventually, having gone along for the ride, we feel taken for a ride. The Globe And Mail
2.8
Little more than a clever puzzle: though the pieces ultimately fit together, when fully revealed the picture proves less than meets the eye. One Guys Opinion
2.2
A twisty and stylish but disposable thriller that leads nowhere with its inflated plot. Sover
3.8
Even the irrepressible hero, Slevin, has flaws chief of which is that he doesnt know when to keep his mouth shut. ReelViews
1.5
Forgets the richness of these characters and concentrates on unveiling a series of cheap twists. Combust Ible Celluloid
2.8
This good natured noir is terrifically amusing and likable for the first hour.
3.8
This pop culture infused mistaken identity thriller ultimately grabs hold and beguiles, though its convoluted plot takes a while to get going. Usa Today
3.1
deliver better than expected performances though, ultimately, theres just not enough of interest here to warrant a hearty recommendation. Reel Film Reviews
3.2
He doesnt know where Nick is, but two gangster bosses believe he IS Nick. Eric Ds Nider
4.0
Paul McGuigan directs with the skill of a light fingered juggler. News Review
3.5
And Freeman and Kingsley are terrific, even if Kingsley cant resist the opportunity to chomp on every bit of scenery within reach. Shadows On The Wall
3.0
An enjoyable thriller with strong cult potential, due to its offbeat performances and its witty, quotable script. View London
3.8
Hartnett has been stuck in the young adult heartthrob mode for some time now, but this comic thriller may launch him into meatier fare. Cs Monitor
1.5
In the end, Lucky Number Slevin is like that guy you knew in high school who seemed cool and interesting until he opened his mouth. Film Journal International ..
2.5
This revenge thriller is ridiculously overplotted, with delusions of Tarantino glibness. Its also a little too pleased with itself; the filmmakers obv .. Deseret News (Salt Lake Ci ..
1.9
A miserable mess that plays like a third rate David Mamet, with dialog as overcooked as English vegetables. Internet Reviews
3.1
Her dialogue is too, too arch If youre still alive after I get back from work, wanna go have dinner but the flicker of honest mischief in Lius eyes is .. Boston
3.5
Theres certainly no want of characters or incident, and theres an undeniably agreeable loopiness in the sheer conceited improbability of the story. Mountain X
1.9
Lucky Number Slevin feels exhausted like a movie that somehow got lost in time and arrived six years too late. Toronto Star
2.0
There are a few genuine surprises, but not enough to cover over the fact that the biggest reveal of all was plainly obvious in the first 10 minutes. Q Network
1.5
However, that doesnt mean home burglaries are a thing of the past. Observer
2.2
Once you get bored with being played by the film itself, theres still plenty of fun stuff to look at. Movies
3.0
Reveals a screenwriter who can write snappy one liners and fill conversations with pop culture references, but has yet to master story structure. Flim Threet
3.0
And then theres Hartnett: fine for zippy one liners, but unable to bring much needed menace. Bbc
3.5
For the most part, Lucky Number Slevin is a finely crafted and well acted thriller that stays entertaining, even if its outcome is as obvious as it is .. Bullz-Eye
2.5
Its the type of movie where nothing is as it appears, and even when its all sorted out its completely unsatisfying. Calendar Live
3.8
This crafty indie with a big budget cast goes from a seemingly paint by numbers noirish comic thriller to something entirely more genre bending. Defin .. Hollywood
2.8
Slevin simply treats the whole ordeal like an endurance test on some reality show. Seattle Pi
2.5
The problem isnt only that Hartnett is woefully inadequate and that the dialogue is so maddeningly short of being clever. Tony Medley
3.1
But it is fun, and for those looking for a mid afternoon matinee cinematic snack filled with witty dialogue and crisp performances Slevin really might .. Movie Freak
3.5
Lucky Number Slevin is a very clever film, probably too clever for its own good.
3.1
And then theres the movies moral message not one of the most important things on its mind, clearly. Movie Habit
3.5
Dont think too hard when seeing this movie because youll spoil the surprises. 7M Pictures
3.1
Lucky Number Slevin, boosted as it is by a serious A list ensemble cast and a heavy dose of intrigue, crosses the unfortunate line between clever and .. Boxoffice Magazine
3.5
If youre missing Tarantino this year, then Slevin just might be your lucky number. E Online
4.0
A crime puzzle that pulls the wool over your eyes with cast talent and a peppy style youll love... if you dont mind a slashed carotid or two. Varia Gate
3.8
Although its not film noir (it doesnt take itself seriously enough for one thing), the setup to the story is vaguely reminiscent of a noir detective m .. Three Movie Buffs
3.1
Tarantinos films work because there is usually some moral code at work, however fallen it might be. By comparison, Slevin is an unsettling exercise in .. Christianity Today
1.9
The film nestles itself finally into a pace that it feels comfortable with. Ross Anthony
2.5
Technically, theres nothing wrong with it, but unlike last years Sin City, there just isnt much satisfaction for the journey taken. Movie Crypt
2.5
Like the recent Kiss Kiss, Bang Bang, Slevin is a real world crime tale with no grip on reality, just an obsession for gimmicky movie brat fantasy. Be .. Chron
1.9
Not possesing any of the flair or subtle characterization of Tarantino, Lucky Number Slevin is a frustrating and grim piece of hollow trickery. Scene Stealers
1.5
The Tarantino school of filmmaking reaches its nadir one hopes in this initially promising mistaken identity caper, which ends up cooking its own goos .. Or Lando Weekly
4.5
With its diabolical ending, this is the movie equivalent of a crossword puzzle: fun, clever, and disposable. Chicago Reader
3.5
Smilovics screenplay uses fits of genuine brilliance to stave off the fact that its often too clever for its own good, substituting smugness for wit i .. Flip Side Archive
4.2
A starkly beautiful film, the direction not merely elevating the plot but transcending it to the point where it is hardly even important. I could sit .. Film Blather
3.5
A thriller with as many twists and turns as a mountain roadway but occasional low clouds that obscure the journey. Review Express
3.8
Flipping back and forth between jokey slapstick and flat out brutality, Slevin is determined to keep its audience on edge and, for the most part, it s .. James Sanford on Film
4.5
Its a wild ride with great bad guys and super cool good guys, an action comedy thriller that will keep you guessing and keep you entertained. Youll be .. TheMovieChicks.com
4.5
In real life, that towel would drop as Slevin waltzes around New York. The fact that it doesnt is the first clue that we are being treated to some bla .. IGN Movies
4.2
With its curlicue plot, consummate cast and crackerjack dialogue, Lucky Number Slevin is the sharpest bang bang flick of the year so far. Detroit News
3.8
Lucky Number Slevin is never dull, but it never quite transcends its own cleverness, either. Seattle Times
3.2
Its a movie star showcase with plenty of spunky one liners and plot twists that make you feel a little bit smarter and luckier than you really are. Film Critic 1963 Typepad
1.5
Slevin feels like a lackluster writing sample that somehow bumbled its way into a feature film production. Film Jerk
1.3
uses a 20 gallon Hefty bag of other moviemakers tricks on the ridiculous reverse constructed revenger script by Jason Smilovic. Premiere Magazine
3.1
Its the hipster you try to ignore at the party, knowing hes got one good story but will keep talking until you agree hes cooler and smarter than you. Chicago Tribune
1.9
...so pleased with its own cleverness that an audience isnt even necessary. Suburban Chicago News
4.8
Bottom line, this is thoroughly entertaining. This is the best role of Hartnetts career and he doesnt disappoint. Supercala.com
4.4
If a movie lover died and took the red eye to film noir heaven, Lucky Number Slevin could be the in flight film. Arizona Daily Star
3.8
crime melodrama with more twists and turns in it then a dish of noodles... Its not quite The Usual Suspects or House of Games, but then what is
4.5
A bloodied ledger and brutal gangster on the prowl opens this clever and stylish film and we are queued that whatever the outcome, this is going to be ..
4.0
The film, directed by Paul McGuigan, is in the hip, purposefully convoluted style of titles from the Quentin Tarantino school of filmmaking. Democratand Chronicle
4.2
This might be the worst titled movie ever, but rest assured its a very entertaining motion picture.
3.1
Lucky Number Slevin entertains but fails to make a lasting impact. Sac Ticket
3.8
Fortunately, Lucky Number Slevin doesnt struggle with its identity. Lj World
3.1
I have to say this for Lucky Number Slevin: It accomplishes nothing with extraordinary aplomb. Tyler Morning Telegraph (T ..
3.1
Lucky Number Slevin smacks of so much smugness that you want to go up to the screen and slap it.



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