Drive 2011 reviews
People who are expecting THE FAST AND THE FURIOUS need not apply.
Drive 2011 reviews movie#
This review is from Drive ĭRIVE is not just about "driving cars" - in fact, the title of the movie has a lot more to do with character motivations than motor vehicles. And that's why you'll always be left wanting more. You're not sure what distinguished her from the rest. But as soon as you reach your place to retire for the night, you realize you just walked away from something special. A much needed good memory to overshadow a bad one. Maybe the mere thought of making a move and getting rejected would tarnish a moment that's so pure.so perfect that it needs to remain just that-a moment. Yet you leave without getting her number. But for some unexplainable reason there's an instantaneous wave of attraction that completely envelopes your body the moment you see her. She appears to be invisible to every other man in the room. All of this is perfectly complimented by a superb 80s influenced soundtrack.ĭrive's like that one girl every guy's met at a party once. Why are so many screenwriters filled with delusions of grandeur and a to need write stories in vein of Tarantino? There's a point where imitation goes from flattering to annoying.ĭrive avoids this pitfall and is content to be what it is- a candid story with lush visuals, which seamlessly transition between elegant tranquility and appropriate doses of tenacious violence. Maybe it's the simplistic story with some beautifully executed visuals that helps distinguish itself from the current wave of bloated, self-absorbed, films that are currently engulfing cinema. Fortunately, scenes containing Brooks and Cranston provide a better platform for dialogue (especially when they are interacting with each another).ĭespite these issues, there's still something quite enjoyable about this film. Talking to a character that has little to say can only work for so long before losing it's initial charm.
This can be frustrating at times, making the exchanges between Gosling and Mulligan distracting and strained. Unnecessarily long pauses frequently occur within the dialogue, often resulting in discordantly simplistic lines. The shower sequence that transpires within the hotel scene is a commendable nod to Scarface and a bona fide adrenaline rush.Īt times the film's art house style and visuals feel a bit forced and distracting. The initial heist, elevator and hotel scenes immediately come to mind. There are a few scenes that are an absolute pleasure. However, after repeated viewings, it tends to come off as somewhat forced and wooden. Gosling's subtle acting is refreshing during the first viewing.