Battle Royale (2000)
Compared to the comics, this one is surprisingly toothless.

Compared to the comics, this one is surprisingly toothless.

It was so good, until it got really dumb closer to the end.

It’s not a bad movie, but a previous movie that makes this one pale in comparison.

When the going is good, everything feels awesome.

This is a gorgeous and emotionally riveting thriller. With two hot guys in the lead roles, which doesn’t hurt one bit.

Big names, but only so-so stories.

Well, the good ones are good enough, at least.

That is a pretty accurate title for this lightweight effort.

Ah yes, the always reliable magic Negro to save the day!

Even the author’s comedy can’t overcome the dreaded effect of the clichés.
