An average movie

The original version was one of those classics starring Michael Caine. As a matter of fact, I had seen this movie not so long before but, to be honest, I didn't really blow me away. I mean, Michael Caine was, as usual, pretty awesome but the main character was such a douche-bag and the story was hardly compelling in my opinion. At least, it was pretty controversial for its time. Anyway, since I didn't enjoy the original version, I wasn't expecting much from this remake. Eventually, it was not that bad at all but it wasn't an improvement either. Obviously, Jude Law was a good casting choice to be this quintessential playboy , even if he never managed to be as amazing as Michael Caine and there was also a pretty cool supporting cast (Jane Krakowski, Marisa Tomei, Omar Epps, Nia Long, Susan Sarandon, Sienna Miller). Still, you wonder what is the added value of making this story in our modern time, except for taking advantage of Jude Law's pretty face and sudden popularity (Back in those days, his relationship with Sienna Miller was a tabloid favorite). Still, even though the whole thing was nothing really amazing, I thought it was a decent flick and I think it is worth a look, especially if you like the genre.

6/10