Comments on: Street Kings Review

By: Slayus

Slayus — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 07:16:02 +0000

Ya i think is a great movie and much love to director as well.

By: Movies Corner

Movies Corner — Fri, 09 May 2008 16:52:03 +0000

Great movie for me. I found Street Kings Wallpapers if someone need them :)

By: Joseph Ferrarelli

Joseph Ferrarelli — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 14:58:37 +0000

I thought this entire movie was terrible.
Forrest Whitaker’s performance stood out as being over the top and so melodramatic, I was waiting for someone to offer him a juice box and tell him to relax. I didn’t buy him for a second.
Also, the twist-twist-twisty McTwistersons got old real fast.
Actually, I thought the most enjoyable part was Christ Evans, since David Ayer missed him with the melodrama ray until the end (and come on, who didn’t see that coming?).

By: wonder66

wonder66 — Sat, 26 Apr 2008 08:01:35 +0000

Why was this film released? Your telling me that it sat through a screening that let it be unleashed on us rather than straight to the dvd bargin bin. This film was made solely on a story line that was done years ago in “the shield” but the problem with this version is millions of dollors were wasted doing it badly. The story has been seen a thousand times but with none of the gritty drama or twists usually seen. In the begining you think it could be good when he goes off to save the missing twins but there are mistakes throughout. The film never actually explains that bit or how he knew where to look???? Reeves is monotoned and expressionless and he get the outcoming half hour after the audience. Half way through you find out he has a wife and she died. The audience dont care as this is a new revelation that has no substence – the drinking that occurs with this is also pointless as it has no effect on reeves or the storyline. the 2 undercover cops part is laughable as it is unbelievable (and no in a good way) and it doesnt actually explain why they are undercover. The money in the wall and the cop kidnap is irritating as this is what you get after 90 minutes or boredom. If you liked this film I recommend renting the shield or training day again as these are of a high quality and you dont feel cheated. watching for 90 minutes to get an twist (if you can call it that) when you are told of what happened and you have never seen it played out on screen makes you wonder what the hell they were doing in the cutting room floor and if they cut out the wrong parts of the movie and screened the excess. Good things in this film Chris Evans and High Laurie dont make you want to peel the skin from your right arm just to have something else to do. Unlike reeves who I think has overplayed himself and maybe he should go to acting classes before subjecting me to another numb bum for a bum film.

By: Vice

Vice — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 20:50:04 +0000

Yes it was predictable. I have to say that it is definitly better than most cop movies. I honestly thought that this review was a bit harsh but i do agree on most of its views.

By: dan

dan — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 09:51:59 +0000

Really liked this movie..Training Day, Harsh Times and now Street Kings. I love the world these films create. The only bit i thought was a bit cliched was the “shovel scene” – seen that a few times!

Cops are like weeds, pull one up and two grow back. For what it is trying to be I would give this movie 7.5.

By: Cheler

Cheler — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 04:21:45 +0000

This Movie was dope! Or for you suburb ppl…I Loved this movie to say the least!..One Dim. bad guys is reality..where are you from??..
Cheler WestSide MS13 HoLlYWooD LokoS

By: Rod

Rod — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 18:17:46 +0000

I agree with all of John’s observations except his assessment of Whitaker’s character. His acting simply does not move me. He always appears to be “trying” as opposed to delivering. I would say that Common gave the best performance. The Game was a waste. My rating is 3/10. I was actually thinking “I don’t like this move” within the first 1/2 hour.

By: Jordan C

Jordan C — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 10:37:08 +0000

I would pay to see a movie with a 1 dimensional bad guy who shoots puppies in the face and kicks pregnant teens in the uterus then twirls his moustache. It’d actually be a unique storyline, and you’d get people buying tickets just so they could condemn it. :D

By: GODFATHER

GODFATHER — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 04:24:05 +0000

Well, I’m going to have to disagree with the statements above, namely because although most of the movie was easily figured out, IMO it played out well. It’s not a “make you think” sort of movie. It’s (to use your term John) a popcorn flick; one where you don’t have to think about it. You just watch it to be entertained. Unlike you guys, I like Keanu’s flicks and the way he acts. Sure, it may be more mellow, but he’s a lot better than a lot of other actors out there, especially the tired Vince Vaughan and Will Ferrel. Also, unlike your tastes in this movie, I found Forest’s character dull, unintelligent, and weak, especially considering he’s the “team leader”. It’s not a great movie, but it is better than a lot of other crap being put out by Hollywood lately, and I’d rate it much higher at 7/10. Personally, I think you’re over-thinking what you were watching. Was there room for improvement? Most definitely, but it’s still got entertainment value.