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I am not sure why this movie seemed to grab at me the way it did, BUT IT DID. Let's start with a Young Natalie Portman, -wow- she plays a loquacious 12 year old girl- Just Amazing. As far as roles played by children, I think this is 1 of the best. So much talk about Dakota Fanning-as of late ,etc. Natalie is amazing and this role suits her and shows her tremendous talent as an actress. Brings me to the lead - Jean Reno- He is something - for lack of better verbage- Sexy and strong, yet displays this vulnerability that had me "hooked". Great role for him. Wonderful movie, has all the charm of a basic, "rough loner with no family meets sweet child that doesn't have a family worth a damn" kind of theme and takes it up a notch. I am such a Jean Reno fan after this. This particular DVD has the director's cut footage included,(22 additional minutes) I found that kinda interesting. It is also the International edition, I can't say I can specifically tell you the difference but this is the DVD version I would recommend. This movie will grab at your heart and not let go. I promise, not a "chick flick" ,guys...Yes, I do like them too- This is NOT one. Feel confidant in saying, it is a "MUST HAVE" in personal movie collections.Read full review
I really like this movie Natalie Portman did a great job for such a young age. I believe this was her first role and she did an excellent job. The story and plot are good, it's very entertaining and very well cast. The DVD I received appeared to be brand new and it played well with a good quality picture and sound.
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Some stuff is better left on the cutting room floor. If you just want a copy of this awesome movie, then buy the deluxe edition or the regular edition. However, if you already own the movie and want more - well - by all means. This is a great action movie. The plot of a violently orphaned, bad-mouthed future-queen of Naboo becoming a 12-year-old hitman, errr hitgirl, is definitely different. Jean Reno is cast perfectly and really brings out his charater. His transformation throughout the movie is believable and you are rooting for him in the end. Gary Oldman is sinister and funny in a creepy I-bet-all-cops-are-dirty kind of way. Natalie Portman is very talented and her role is deep, multifaceted. Luc Besson directs a masterpiece. One of my all-time favorite movies!
First and foremost, this movie contains Natalie Portman's acting debut and, personally, I believe it is by far her BEST performance ever! She/her character will draw you to tears with the raw emotion captured in this film. Natalie aside, this is definitely a "shoot'em up movie" that you can watch with your girlfriend! The story is compelling and the ending is...well...let's not ruin anything! Of course there are the typical "holes" and inconsistencies that occur with such films, but overall this movie is thoroughly enjoyable. I would, however, STRONGLY recommend the RATED R VERSION of the film and NOT the unrated / Director's cut version (as the director went perhaps too far with some scenes that, personally, ruined the film for me).
I have seen this movie a countless number of times then finally bought it for the great acting abilities of Gary Oldman, Jean Reno, & especially the beginning capabilities of a very young Natalie Portman. Love it & will see it much more now that I had purchased it!! Cisco....
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