Make absurdity a reality

Anthony 2022-03-17 09:01:01

The multi-line narrative "Jianghu" story, the classic dialogue of fantastic ideas, interprets the gap between reality and ideals; the film takes the "central object" as the core, and the interlocking story as the starting point, the black and humorous The style is almost perfect. In addition, whether it is funny language actions, or the relationship between each clue and each character, it creates infinite possibilities in every absurd story; when the four protagonists are all over the body Retire, it seems that everything is expected and unexpected, but it is also because of these accidents that each protagonist has his own destiny and a cynical attitude towards life. Since Eddie himself owed a huge debt and the other party asked to pay it back within a week, he could only ask his neighbor to get a large amount of money from the underworld elements; however, what is unexpected is that money, smoke guns and drugs make the protagonist The fates of the four people are intertwined. So Harry and Eddie’s relationship has naturally become a money transaction, and even the debt collector Chris and his son were involved. At this time, Winston had the idea of ​​robbery, but they were Roy’s men and wanted The successful robbery may not be easy, so Nick can only come to help after getting the drugs. The four-member Eddie gang is always the core of the story. However, when Roy believes that the other party is the enemy, he didn’t want to hurt himself because of it, so Chris and his son gave Harry the money and the big smoker and followed up. At this time, these four young people with different personalities had so-called covetousness, so Eddie chose to play cards as a gambling game. Although it started smoothly, it was unexpectedly lost under the supervision of the boss. The boss asked them to pay back the money within a week, so they chose to trade with drug dealers; these drug dealers especially want to make money, so they plan to grab money from the supplier as a reward for themselves. Not only did Harry fail to grab the money, but the gun that the thief stole was also a gun without bullets, so they could only face a situation where both sides suffered. After several toss with the supplier, they finally got a sum of money, but they did not expect that the money would be robbed by Eddie, but when Eddie paid off the money, it was also known by Harry’s group. They know the origin of the money; therefore, they only have the two big smoke guns robbed by the thief in their hands, and when they almost lost them, they felt the preciousness of these two guns. However, gambling is nothing but an absurd drama in life. Perhaps when they realize the importance of the big smoke gun, it is the best start to face reality. The black humor of the film interprets violent aesthetics and philosophy all the time, and this philosophy always shows its unique charm. Personal rating: 9

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Extended Reading
  • Heloise 2021-10-20 18:58:56

    The story of the Great Reincarnation is full of praise. The soundtrack is incredibly step-by-step. The close-ups even the pores and scum are all visible. Shaky, sitting on the corners of his mouth that reverberated with all kinds of jokes, looking for the smoky yellow squeaky teeth, he was about to slip out of his mouth. It was the stern, indulgent face of the handsome guy who laughed so badly. Young people would never think that all this is just the beginning of entanglement after taking the risk.

  • Marianna 2022-03-23 09:01:04

    Watching this film for the second time in the archives, the viewing experience is very good, and the overall is extremely smooth. The large narrative structure is relatively in place, but the more important thing is the construction of an atmosphere of humor/absurdity that is ironic everywhere. Once the logic is entered, it will be joyous and irresistible.

Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels quotes

  • "Hatchet" Harry: How did you get your hands on these, then?

    Big Chris: The boys had 'em. I know you like these sort of things, wondered if you wanted 'em.

    "Hatchet" Harry: Yeah, I'll have 'em.

    Barry the Baptist: Was it hard work getting the money?

    Big Chris: Not especially. Upset a few characters, though.

    "Hatchet" Harry: Have you counted it?

    Big Chris: Yeah, it's all there to the pound.

    "Hatchet" Harry: And they were gonna pay?

    Big Chris: Looks like it. But who knows? The opportunity was there. In my experience, it's best to take that opportunity. If it's there.

    "Hatchet" Harry: Good work, Chris.

  • Rory Breaker: Now watch out for these fellas. They've got a bit of an arsenal, and they don't mind using it.