Jamush masterpiece. From the very beginning of the movie, it exposed us the evil and corruption of capitalist society. The sinister relationship of friends in the capitalist society and the tricks of collusion between officials and bandits sent Tom Waits, who was unemployed at home, and another pimping gangster to prison. The two gangsters met an unlucky and happy Italian homeless man in prison. From then on, the boring prison life had some fun. The three then escaped together, and the movie became a road movie. There is no thrilling plot, and there is not much dramatic conflict. The three of them parted ways on the way, but in the end they all returned to the sincere Italians. At the end of the film, the Italians live with a woman in the wilderness, and the other two have their own things.
The dynamic long shots in the opening show are very powerful, but I think it might be better to remove the singing voice of TOM WAITS. These shots should look more bleak and solemn. I remember that Li Pingbin was also very good at taking such long shots. He had such shots in Lian Fengchen and the best time, and used them skillfully and naturally. Obviously, his skills are more profound.
TOM WAITS is a true performance in the play. The part of this wimpy drunkard in front of the bar is a portrayal of his life. At that time, he should sing a section of Rain Dogs.
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