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The Big Short

The Big Short (2015)

December. 11,2015
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7.8
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R
| Drama Comedy

The men who made millions from a global economic meltdown.

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Brendon Jones
2015/12/11

It’s fine. It's literally the definition of a fine movie. You’ve seen it before, you know every beat and outcome before the characters even do. Only question is how much escapism you’re looking for.

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Arianna Moses
2015/12/12

Let me be very fair here, this is not the best movie in my opinion. But, this movie is fun, it has purpose and is very enjoyable to watch.

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Lachlan Coulson
2015/12/13

This is a gorgeous movie made by a gorgeous spirit.

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Haven Kaycee
2015/12/14

It is encouraging that the film ends so strongly.Otherwise, it wouldn't have been a particularly memorable film

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thomasjay-52277
2015/12/15

Confusing? Absolutelty so but fantastically handled by the powers that be in smartly 'dumbing down' the many confusing concepts that are tackled head on. A well crafted film and impressive the story is also quite interesting to watch, with good characters and fantastic performances from an all star cast. Good watch

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Pjtaylor-96-138044
2015/12/16

'The Big Short (2015)' takes a unique approach when trying to communicate its complex jargon and ideas - that being that it slots in celebrity cameos wherein the star straight-up tells you the definition of a specific term in the simplest way possible - and what that does is dilute the density of the piece without necessarily dumbing it down. This can occasionally seem like pandering, though, despite that it fits into the flick's overall fast-paced, free-flowing and fourth-wall nudging aesthetic. The picture commendably manages to make the somewhat dry source-material, or rather subject-matter, interesting and even, to an extent, engaging. It focuses on a set of characters that seem realistic and rounded enough to warrant our empathy when they're given the screen time to earn it. The film does become a little too unfocused and slightly cold in the long run, which prevents it from being any more investing than it is. 7/10

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Clifton Johnson
2015/12/17

If this book's charge was difficult (translate the entire financial crisis through a few compelling characters), the film's charge may have been tougher (translate the entire financial crisis into 2 hours of pop entertainment). I give the movie bonus points for innovation and acting. The complete tear down of the 4th wall was bold, and the performances by Bale and Carrell were fantastic. BUT there are downsides to the approach. In this case, Every wink wink nudge nudge moment kept me a little more distant. And the moral arc suffered as a result. It was a pop film with a conscience, but - if you want a financial crisis movie - go see Margin Call.

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Harrison Tweed (Top Dawg)
2015/12/18

I really enjoyed this film and how it portrayed the housing bubble collapse of the mid-2000. The cast were all very convincing in their roles - especially Steve Carell, of which I'm used to seeing him in funny roles, did a great job in the serious portrayal of his character.I felt the film was a little long, and some parts should have been edited out, but overall an entertaining and informative film.It's a 9/10 from me!

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