Spike Lees 25th Hour: The Evolution of an American Filmmaker

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Average Rating 3.8/5
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3.5
25th Hour was filmed post 9/11, and though that tragedy is only obliquely referred to, its repercussions cut to the core of the film.I left the theatr .. Austin Chronicle
4.4
The film reflects this elegiac tone as it follows Montys last hours of freedom. Rogerebert
3.5
Im a fan of this film because it was a well paced character drama with a little touch of mystery and plenty of solid actors doing their thing during o .. JoBlo
5.0
This time hes delivered his best, most cohesive and most passionate film since Do the Right Thing. Combust Ible Celluloid
3.1
The setting is there to reiterate the themes of loss and sadness. Mark Reviews Movies
2.5
The latest movie to prove that, for all his talent and ability to attract excellent actors, director Spike Lee has to quit overstuffing his narratives .. Usa Today
3.5
A gritty, tragic tale of a life on the rocks, told by one of Americas premier filmmakers, Spike Lee. Lariat
3.8
It is hard to argue against a film as well acted and sensibly assembled as this one, though.It demonstrates maturity on the part of the director, even .. Eric Ds Nider
3.0
This messy, sometimes idea clogged film explores such territory as the post 9/11 mood and rhythm of Manhattan and backstage Wall Street, the accumulat .. News Review
3.3
Its also compelling and disturbing, but then again uneven and flawed. Screen It
3.0
The film has a gentle, meandering pace that draws us in and takes us beneath the surface. Shadows On The Wall
4.0
Sharp, Witty and Moving Benioffs script is sharp, witty and moving, with several great scenes. View London
3.8
Over 24,000 employees at 116 LI companies were polled on what makes their employers great. News Day
3.5
The film revels in the glamour that money brings sleek apartments, VIP rooms in clubs, kowtowing bouncers, an endless supply of beautiful women but is .. Film Journal
4.0
Even though sympathetic to Montys desire for redemption, Lee never lets him off the hook. Smh
4.0
And Lee employs colored gels throughout to heighten the look of scenes.Lees direction could have become too artsy and toppled over into the risible, b .. Mountain X
4.4
Whether this ultimately happens or not is left beautifully, hauntingly vague, much like the fate of that great void where the twin towers once stood. Q Network
4.0
This is one of Spike Lees best films with an excellent thought provoking story, a great cast of actors who all pull in phenomenal performances, and an .. Cinema Crazed
3.5
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3.0
At its best, 25th Hour is a melancholy tone poem, deeply affecting in its mute apprehension of loss. Slate
4.0
How far can you take a metaphor before it sinks beneath the weight of its own self importance Empire
4.0
A big time drug dealer for the Russian mob, Montgomery Brogan (Edward Norton) has one day left on the street before he heads to prison to serve a seve .. Common Sense Media
5.0
But metaphors are easy.Lees real achievement is in getting that post Sept. Sf Gate
4.0
The message underlies but never overpowers a moving, witty character piece. Bbc
4.0
Its a concept done in by its own lack of purpose, a film that is confident and occasionally graceful but will only connect with viewers who approach t .. Slant Magazine
5.0
Soaked with the mournful gravitas of last looks and long goodbyes, 25th Hour never tips its hand as to where exactly its going; Lee works up an almost .. Washington Post
4.4
Marshall stages the narrative scenes in a fairly pedestrian manner and pulls out all the glitzy stops for the musical ones, reflecting the new for the .. Mr Brown Movies
3.8
The key to the films cumulative success is that it understands its characters and the flawed world they live in, and cares about them. The Movie Boy
3.8
25th Hour is a character driven, rather than plot driven, tale that focuses on its players. Reeling Reviews
3.8
Unsentimental, non glamorized, and unclouded by the usual overlay of rose colored nostalgia, this is a raw but rewarding motion picture. ReelViews
5.0
In 25th Hours prologue good looking intelligent Monty Brogan (Ed Norton) rescues a dog thats been severely injured in a fight and left to die taking i .. Hollywood
3.2
vision of the anomie behind the glitzy New York nightlife is almost as vivid and potent here as it was in Sam, and he builds a lively ensemble of char .. Seattle Pi
3.0
It is pretentious to equate Montys loss of liberty with the citys loss of innocence; but simply to find an American film catching up with contemporary .. Standard
4.0
The result is a powerful if flawed story about redemption, hope and forgiveness that is perfectly underscored by the exquisite music provided by Teren .. Cnn
3.8
A handsome, well to do, young Manhattanite with a swanky apartment, a beautiful, love of his life girlfriend, a loyal dog he rescued from near death a .. Spliced Wire
3.8
As a narrative film, 25th Hour is aimless and boring, in spite of a great cast and occasionally brilliant direction. Movie Habit
2.0
25th Hour has a lot of problems, but chief amongst them is the persistent feeling that Lee is just treading water, by trading on past glories and lard .. The Star
3.1
And the overstuffed script plays to some of Lees worst storytelling tendencies. Deseret News
4.0
Its also a deeply assured directing debut from actor Denzel Washington. La Weekly
3.8
From a director who is more concerned with sending messages from his celluloid soapbox than he is about dramatic integrity, comes this modern tragedy .. Varia Gate
3.0
The film works far better when it spreads out beyond Brogan to the peoplesurrounding him. Raidió Teilifís Éireann
2.5
But the film has some remarkably intense, warmly painful sequences. Ross Anthony
4.0
But that aside, 25th Hour is a very good film and a treat for fans of Spike Lee and the actors involved. **** Matts Movie Reviews
5.0
Slight thriller hints occasionally rise to the surface, but Lee thankfully directs them toward the rear. The Filmy Ap
2.5
25th Hour Review By Joe Lozito View all articles by Joe Lozito For once, a Spike Lee movie that doesnt scream out that its a Spike Lee movie, except i .. Big Picture Big Sound
3.1
And hey, as I wrote above, it certainly didnt leave me indifferent.Even a lesser Spike Lee joint is worth your time. Montreal Film Journal
4.0
You will be able to save yourself from getting disappointed of watching nothing but a lame movie. Window To The Movies
1.0
With his 1996 film debut, Edward Norton earned the tag finest actor of his generation. Film Guardian
4.0
Still, this is certainly a great piece of film craftsmanship, a film of handsome ugliness in both its aesthetic and its willingness to examine human m .. Alternate Ending
2.0
And to make it even more amazing, Lees stunning visuals use only the basic grittiness of New York instead of flashy special effects.It is so refreshin .. Fat Guys At The Movies
2.5
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3.8
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4.5
This is one of those movies that I always thought never got enough play. Reel Talk Online
5.0
That the movie doesnt resolve its own ending, doesnt let on what choice Monty will make, is its greatest gift. Nitrate Online
2.5
With a cast like this in a story like this at a time like this, 25th Hour should have been something spectacular. Films Nobs
5.0
Though the movie is relatively light on action, Lee never allows the loquaciousness to stomp out his visual style. Movie Martyr
3.8
Lees timing here isnt just brutal and destructive, but incredibly thoughtful as well. Cinema Phile
4.4
A fairy godmother isnt going to show up at the end and make it all better, but the story keeps you guessing whats next. Fantastic A Daily
5.0
x Close What is the Tomatometer.The Tomatometer score based on the opinions of hundreds of film and television critics is a trusted measurement of cri .. Rotten Tomatoes
3.5
I was sorry when I learned that Michaels, the well known childrens hair cutting salon at Madison Avenue and 90th Street, went out of business recently .. Ny Observer
5.0
The duo had the greatest three year run of any quarterback/tight end in NFL history. Charlotte
1.5
Maybe Spike Lees response to 9 11 is shellshock and confusion, but thats not enough to build his latest movie on. Toxic Universe
5.0
This is a film where one is totally involved with all of the characters. Black Filim
5.0
For a long time, though, he wants to blame everyone but himself.The character is deeply flawed and profoundly frightened, but that makes him all the m .. Moving Pictures How
4.5
And for sheer entertainment value, for popcorn fun at the cinema, its a very tough film to beat. Cine Scene



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