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Miami Vice (Colin Farrell and Jamie Foxx) [2006]


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Amazon.co.uk Review

Bearing absolutely no resemblance to the 1980s TV series that helped to propel Michael Mann into big-time filmmaking, Miami Vice is the kind of serious, and seriously stylish, crime drama that Mann does better than anyone else. As written by Mann himself, this undercover sting thriller doesn't reach the peak intensity of Mann's 1995 classic Heat, and it lacks the tight, nail-biting suspense of Collateral, but that doesn't mean it doesn't occasionally pack a wallop. As Miami detectives Sonny Crockett and Ricardo Tubbs (respectively), Colin Farrell and Jamie Foxx don't have to do much but mumble their plot-thickening dialogue and look ultra-cool in the casual cop attire, and their partnership is rather lifeless on screen (perhaps owing to the fact that this was a troubled production, with an actual shooting that occurred during filming, and Foxx's refusal to risk his life on dangerous locations in South America). But once Mann shifts into high gear with a plot to foil a powerful drug kingpin (Luis Tosar) and his ruthless middle-man (John Ortiz), Vice pays off with the kind of smart, realistic action that Mann's fans have come to expect. With Chinese superstar Gong Li as Crockett's love interest on the wrong side of the law, Miami Vice covers territory that's a little too familiar, and one suspects Mann's screenplay might've been punched up with a polish or two. Still, this is an above-average crime thriller that demands and rewards close attention, with a climactic shoot-out that's pure Mann, worthy of the brooding drama that precedes it. --Jeff Shannon


What the....
Review date: 2008-11-23 Rating: 2 out of 10

I cant believe this film even got released. The plot is terrible, i had no idea what was going on and i cant believe Jamie Foxx is even classed as an actor. His performance is terrible and i will never watch a film that he is again.

Don't waste your money.

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Stunning - visual story for persons capable of reading film - if you need exposition to explain the plot, don't bother
Review date: 2008-10-05 Rating: 10 out of 10

Stunning film making from Michael Mann. I have discussed with others and this film is going to be one you love or hate - I was the only one in 5 people or so who loved it so be wary.

The film opens in a deliberately disorientating fashion - it initially appears to be showing us a police exercise in a night club but almost immediately pulls us out as an informant telephones Crockett & Tubbs to report the trouble he is in. This draws the two into a drugs tale that is told through visuals and whilst complex and stimulating is not complicated. Hence my confusion at the viewers moaning that they did not understand it and who want everything laid out on a plate for them and presumably to switch their brains off when watching a film. If you want to be challenged get this and enjoy, otherwise go and buy something that shows you the plot, explains it and then explains it again.

Stylistically the film appears to be documentary hand held in nature but this is deceptive - look closer and note the stylism in the opening sequence through the lack of car sounds when the white range rovers drive up to the night club. Clearly there is an intelligence in the direction that requires analysis by the viewer to understand the intentions of the film maker. Several viewings will be required to get to grips with this and serious film theory thought on meanings within the meanings. If you are not prepared to spend some time on this film then don't bother.

For the more action orientated fans there is a stunningly filmed sequence in a trailer park that demonstrates the type of talent that Mann brought to Heat and Manhunter.

Maybe it would help you in choosing to buy by knowing I never watched the TV series. Maybe if you did not either then you will find a film of great interest here. Hopefully this short set of notes will help your decision on whether to buy or not.

Absolutely awful, if only I could go back in time and not buy it...
Review date: 2008-09-15 Rating: 2 out of 10

without doubt the worst movie i have ever seen.
i warn you, buy this and you will immediately regret it.
couldn't follow it at all. If you like gun, action movies go for Die Hard 1 and 2

My arm in a vice
Review date: 2008-08-28 Rating: 4 out of 10

The actors almost make this film enjoyable.
Yet I just kept thinking that this movie was the humourless version of 'Bad Boys'

just okay
Review date: 2008-07-08 Rating: 6 out of 10

I had watched this film as a fan of Colin Farrell and having seen the original series. The lack of any titles at the beginning pulls you straight into the film which has an oppressive feel that the original series seemed to aim for but never quite captured. Farrell and Foxx are well cast (macho, yet sexy and stylish)in as much as anyone can be when you have the idea in your head of someone else in the role. The fight scenes do convey a sense of a struggle rather than being a showcase for the special effects team.

On the other hand... The sexy cocaine baron love interest is ridiculous. At one point its like a Bond film with Crockett hopping over to Cuba with her in a super powerful motorboat for mojitos - hardly gritty. Also I am sure there a handful of experienced Miami PD drug squad officers who understood what Crockett and Tubbs were on about - but I am sure they were the only ones. A little jargon makes for realism but I felt I needed a phrase book.

Its such a shame as this could have been a great update of the series. I am sure Mann could have done better.

Product Details/Specifications


Actor(s):
Jamie Foxx
Colin Farrell
Ciarán Hinds
Naomie Harris
Li Gong

Creators:
Colin Farrell (Primary Contributor)
Jamie Foxx (Primary Contributor)

Director(s):

Recording label: Universal Pictures Video
Manufacturer: Universal Pictures Video
EAN: 5050582453461
Binding: DVD
Number of items: 1
Format: PAL, Widescreen,
Release date: 2006-11-27
Aspect ratio: 2.40:1
Audience rating: Suitable for 15 years and over
Region code: 2
Running time: 127 minutes
Theatrical release date: 2006-08-24
Language: English (Original Language)
Language: Spanish (Original Language)

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