RELEASE: 2007; GENERE: Mystery, Suspense, Drama; RUN-TIME: 2 hrs; RATED: R for for strong bloody violence, some graphic sexual content, nudity and language; STARRING: Kevin Costner, Demi Moore and William Hurt; DIRECTED BY: Bruce Evans;
REVIEW: Even though we saw this movie three years ago when it came out, we enjoyed watching it again even more. Costner's double-act with Hurt as his alter ego is a wicked pleasure, like The Odd Couple with a psychopathic twist. With a terrific cast and a superb script, this is a hugely enjoyable suspense thriller. There's more to every character than meets the eye and all the relationships have a twist of their own. Although flawed in places, the movie remains a blackly funny noir treat thanks to Costner and Hurt's double-act. Though some critics thought there was too much going on, we felt that is part of what made it so good. We give it [4-Stars].
SYNOPSIS: Consider Mr. Brooks, a successful businessman, a generous philanthropist, a loving father and devoted husband. Seemingly, he's perfect. But, Mr. Brooks has one big secret. He's an insatiable serial killer, so lethally clever that no one has ever suspected him - until he makes one simple mistake. Torn between his killing and wanting to stop, he learns that his daughter may have inherited his "killing gene" and must now decide what to do.
REVIEW: Even though we saw this movie three years ago when it came out, we enjoyed watching it again even more. Costner's double-act with Hurt as his alter ego is a wicked pleasure, like The Odd Couple with a psychopathic twist. With a terrific cast and a superb script, this is a hugely enjoyable suspense thriller. There's more to every character than meets the eye and all the relationships have a twist of their own. Although flawed in places, the movie remains a blackly funny noir treat thanks to Costner and Hurt's double-act. Though some critics thought there was too much going on, we felt that is part of what made it so good. We give it [4-Stars]. SYNOPSIS: Consider Mr. Brooks, a successful businessman, a generous philanthropist, a loving father and devoted husband. Seemingly, he's perfect. But, Mr. Brooks has one big secret. He's an insatiable serial killer, so lethally clever that no one has ever suspected him - until he makes one simple mistake. Torn between his killing and wanting to stop, he learns that his daughter may have inherited his "killing gene" and must now decide what to do.
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