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I saw this film last night on a *ahem* release (its actual release date is 4th March). Here is my review:
The story basically centres around unstoppable Stu Shephard, an entertainment publicist who lives in New York City. The film starts off by painting the picture of him as a fast-talking high-powered man who gets the job done and at the same time manages to be an absolute creep. He stops to make a phone call to his mistress at a phone booth (as his wife checks his cell phone bills). After the call, he goes to leave the booth when the phone rings. He discovers that someone has been watching him. Someone with a Sniper Rifle aimed right at Stu. Slowly, Stu's world begins to crash around him.
Firstly, I thought it was very interesting how the entire film (minus the brief intro) took place in a single 2ft x 2ft phone booth. This in itself was enough to intrigue me many months ago, as I wondered how they could possibly pull it off. Luckily, the writing is very decent and allows for the plot to take place in a locale as it does and still maintain a level of interest. I was on the edge of my seat (or swivel chair) the entire time, just wondering what Stu would do next and what I myself would do if I were in Stu's situation. Right up until the dramatic climax I had no idea how it was going to end and this film showed that anything could've happened.
The writing, paired with the acting left me very satisfied. Colin Farrel did a great job portratying his emotions in a variety of ways and I certainly think that he is going to make it big with some of the films that he's made (Daredevil, The Recruit). The other cast members play their parts pretty well also, but Farrel stands out to me as being the best.
In conclusion, if you're looking for a rollercoaster ride that will leave you on the edge of your seat, then go get a ticket for Phone Booth on April 4th.
10/10
The story basically centres around unstoppable Stu Shephard, an entertainment publicist who lives in New York City. The film starts off by painting the picture of him as a fast-talking high-powered man who gets the job done and at the same time manages to be an absolute creep. He stops to make a phone call to his mistress at a phone booth (as his wife checks his cell phone bills). After the call, he goes to leave the booth when the phone rings. He discovers that someone has been watching him. Someone with a Sniper Rifle aimed right at Stu. Slowly, Stu's world begins to crash around him.
Firstly, I thought it was very interesting how the entire film (minus the brief intro) took place in a single 2ft x 2ft phone booth. This in itself was enough to intrigue me many months ago, as I wondered how they could possibly pull it off. Luckily, the writing is very decent and allows for the plot to take place in a locale as it does and still maintain a level of interest. I was on the edge of my seat (or swivel chair) the entire time, just wondering what Stu would do next and what I myself would do if I were in Stu's situation. Right up until the dramatic climax I had no idea how it was going to end and this film showed that anything could've happened.
The writing, paired with the acting left me very satisfied. Colin Farrel did a great job portratying his emotions in a variety of ways and I certainly think that he is going to make it big with some of the films that he's made (Daredevil, The Recruit). The other cast members play their parts pretty well also, but Farrel stands out to me as being the best.
In conclusion, if you're looking for a rollercoaster ride that will leave you on the edge of your seat, then go get a ticket for Phone Booth on April 4th.
10/10
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I saw it last Friday. Quite a short film suppose it can't be too long as its set inside a phone booth. Pretty good though, as its a new idea that is done quite well.
I saw this film last night on a *ahem* release (its actual release date is 4th March). Here is my review:
The story basically centres around unstoppable Stu Shephard, an entertainment publicist who lives in New York City. The film starts off by painting the picture of him as a fast-talking high-powered man who gets the job done and at the same time manages to be an absolute creep. He stops to make a phone call to his mistress at a phone booth (as his wife checks his cell phone bills). After the call, he goes to leave the booth when the phone rings. He discovers that someone has been watching him. Someone with a Sniper Rifle aimed right at Stu. Slowly, Stu's world begins to crash around him.
Firstly, I thought it was very interesting how the entire film (minus the brief intro) took place in a single 2ft x 2ft phone booth. This in itself was enough to intrigue me many months ago, as I wondered how they could possibly pull it off. Luckily, the writing is very decent and allows for the plot to take place in a locale as it does and still maintain a level of interest. I was on the edge of my seat (or swivel chair) the entire time, just wondering what Stu would do next and what I myself would do if I were in Stu's situation. Right up until the dramatic climax I had no idea how it was going to end and this film showed that anything could've happened.
The writing, paired with the acting left me very satisfied. Colin Farrel did a great job portratying his emotions in a variety of ways and I certainly think that he is going to make it big with some of the films that he's made (Daredevil, The Recruit). The other cast members play their parts pretty well also, but Farrel stands out to me as being the best.
In conclusion, if you're looking for a rollercoaster ride that will leave you on the edge of your seat, then go get a ticket for Phone Booth on April 4th.
10/10
The story basically centres around unstoppable Stu Shephard, an entertainment publicist who lives in New York City. The film starts off by painting the picture of him as a fast-talking high-powered man who gets the job done and at the same time manages to be an absolute creep. He stops to make a phone call to his mistress at a phone booth (as his wife checks his cell phone bills). After the call, he goes to leave the booth when the phone rings. He discovers that someone has been watching him. Someone with a Sniper Rifle aimed right at Stu. Slowly, Stu's world begins to crash around him.
Firstly, I thought it was very interesting how the entire film (minus the brief intro) took place in a single 2ft x 2ft phone booth. This in itself was enough to intrigue me many months ago, as I wondered how they could possibly pull it off. Luckily, the writing is very decent and allows for the plot to take place in a locale as it does and still maintain a level of interest. I was on the edge of my seat (or swivel chair) the entire time, just wondering what Stu would do next and what I myself would do if I were in Stu's situation. Right up until the dramatic climax I had no idea how it was going to end and this film showed that anything could've happened.
The writing, paired with the acting left me very satisfied. Colin Farrel did a great job portratying his emotions in a variety of ways and I certainly think that he is going to make it big with some of the films that he's made (Daredevil, The Recruit). The other cast members play their parts pretty well also, but Farrel stands out to me as being the best.
In conclusion, if you're looking for a rollercoaster ride that will leave you on the edge of your seat, then go get a ticket for Phone Booth on April 4th.
10/10
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