In Bruges (2008)

Posted : 7 months, 3 weeks ago at Apr 2 20:06

In Bruges tells the story of two hitmen; Ray (Farrell) and Brendan Gleeson. They just finished up a big job, and are sent on a "retreat" by their boss (Fiennes) to little town called Bruges (located in Belgium). Hilarious mishaps occur, as secrets are uncovered, and tons of twists and turns get in the way of a nice so-called vacation for these two hitmen. Their boss is meanwhile eager to have them both killed, which creates a lot more tension. This flick is filled with everything you could ask for. Great acting, an intense shootout, and excellent comedy. I won't spoil the ending for you, but it's worth multiple viewings. Viewer discretion is advised however. In Bruges will be sure to have an impact on you, whether it be massive laughter, feelings for the characters, or in complete...Read more

Rating : 8/10

Posted : 9 months, 1 week ago at Feb 14 21:39

Great movie. The story is nice, the actors are good and funny but... too much blood. Wich is good if you like that. That's not something negative, cause it's not in a trashy way. It's well done and it catches your attention. And well, I love irish accent.

Rating : 7/10

Posted : 10 months, 1 week ago at Jan 17 16:50

Black comedy at it's best here! I didn't know what to expect when I started this, but it turned out to be a very funny, yet very believable film. A rare, but great balance of humour and action, with some very realistic and believable characters. I recommend this fully!

Rating : 9/10

Posted : 1 year ago at Oct 26 9:28

''I grew up in Dublin, and I love Dublin. If I had grown up on a farm, and was retarded, Bruges might impress me. But I didn't, so it doesn't.'' Sent to and staying In Bruges, Belgium after a difficult job, two hit men reconcile with each other after a Job in the past goes wrong. Things get complicated as their boss gives the call for his latest order... Colin Farrell: Ray Brendan Gleeson: Ken Ralph Fiennes: Harry May i start by saying In Bruges is the best black comedy from the British Isles this year currently, which is like our equivalent of Kiss, Kiss, Bang, Bang except In Brudges mixes that with emotion, shocking events that transpire and a level of Drama that can only be pulled off by English/UK actors. Ralph Fiennes as Harry doesn't even appear till the 2nd ...Read more

Rating : 10/10

Posted : 1 year, 2 months ago at Sep 18 11:29

This film is both funny and deep, a rare occurrence in today's cinematic climate. Martin Mcdonagh on his debut makes a great case for more playwrights stepping into film. He and the cast handle the dark themes of guilt and atonement with as much ease as the films many comedic moments. There are a few belly laughs to be had from Colin Farrell's dialogue alone. In Bruges is guaranteed to offend some people, you may be one of those people but the film doesn't care. It just keeps on entertaining until the credits roll. Probably my favourite of this year so far.

Rating : 9/10

Posted : 1 year, 2 months ago at Sep 1 3:11

"After I killed him, I dropped the gun in the Thames, washed the residue off me hands in the bathroom of a Burger King, and walked home to await instructions. Shortly thereafter the instructions came through - "Get the fuck out of London, you dumb fucks. Get to Bruges." I didn't even know where Bruges fucking was." Highly acclaimed Irish playwright Martin McDonagh accomplishes his feature film debut with the fantastic In Bruges. McDonagh served as both writer and director for this poignant, powerful morality narrative that merges equal quantities of humour and pathos. It seems McDonagh has a fondness for unrelenting violence and brutality, not to mention vibrantly-drawn characters that are predominantly contemptible. In Bruges is an extraordinarily well-written story that never loses y...Read more

Posted : 1 year, 3 months ago at Aug 16 22:50

In Bruges is a delightful action comedy starring actors Ralph Fiennes, Colin Farrell, and Brendon Gleeson. The film begins when two assassins, Farrell and Gleeson, are sent to Bruges, Belgium on boss's orders (Fiennes) after Farrell's character, Ray, accidentally kills a child in addition to his main target. I admire this film specifically because of the 360 degree view you receive of the characters. Ray is a complete cynic which is only increased as he struggles to come to terms with his grave mistake. His vulgar and pessimistic comments are sometimes offensive, sometimes hilarious, but he never strays from his true character. A warning, however - he has a ridiculous contempt for Americans, and a lot the film's major jokes are about this contempt. I'm American, however, and I found...Read more

Rating : 8/10