Sylvester Stallone in 'Carter's Vendetta': action, brawn, and cloak-and-dagger. Not a magnum opus, but pure adrenaline.
Data Sheet
- Director: Stephen T. Kay
- Genre: Action, Adventure, Drama, Thriller
- Runtime: 1h 42min
- Year: 2000
- Leading Stars: Sylvester Stallone, Miranda Richardson, Rachael Leigh Cook, Alan Cumming, Mickey Rourke
- Streaming Platform: Prime Video
Plot
Listen up, 'cause this ain't your run-of-the-mill revenge tale. Jack Carter, played by the muscle-bound legend Sylvester Stallone, is one tough cookie, a pawnbroker in Sin City with a penchant for action (and, of course, leather jackets).
Carter's life takes a wild turn when he gets word of his brother's demise in what seems like a car mishap. But Carter ain't the type to take things lying down. He decides to head back to his hometown for the funeral and, you know how it is, unearth the truth.
As Carter starts digging, he unearths a world of skullduggery and secrets. Family's never plain sailing, especially when debts, crime, and shady dealings are on the menu. And Carter? Well, let's just say he doesn't exactly go around saying, "Pretty please."
Our hero finds himself squaring off against local mobsters, old flames, and a string of situations that'll test his mettle. This is where Stallone shines, busting doors, dishing out knuckle sandwiches, and flaunting those well-oiled muscles.
But don't think it's all cut and dried. Carter discovers there's a far more tangled plot behind his brother's death, one that'll force him to face his inner demons and perhaps discover a side of himself he never knew existed.
Amid car chases, shootouts, and razor-sharp quips, "Carter's Vendetta" is a heart-pounding journey that'll leave you pondering: in the end, who's getting even with whom?
Review
So, settle in and pay attention. "Carter's Vendetta" isn't the kind of flick that'll snag an Oscar for Best Screenplay, but who gives a hoot? When you've got Sylvester Stallone strutting his stuff on-screen with that "don't mess with me" mug, you already know it's a hoot and a half.
Photography and Vibes: The movie's visual game is like a moonlit stroll down a dark alley; it's shadowy, gritty, and carries that touch of delightful grime you'd expect in a bang-up action flick. The streetlights, the long shadows, all conjure that suspense that'll glue you to the screen.
Narrative and Structure: The tale? Well, it's kinda like that old joke you've heard a million times, but it still makes you chuckle. Predictable? Maybe. Fun? Absolutely. Carter dances through genre tropes with a finesse only Stallone can muster, and every scene seems to wink and say, "Yep, I know what I'm doing, and I'm having a blast."
Costumes and Set Design: Let's chat about the get-ups - leather jackets, shady shades, and that tough-as-nails look that screams "the '90s." Every character seems dressed for a '90s music video, and it works like gangbusters. The set design? A blend of industrial grit and luxe opulence that meshes perfectly with the film's vibe.
Faithfulness to the Book?: Ah, the million-dollar question. Nope, the flick ain't ripped from a novel, so let's spare the usual spiel about how the book was superior.
Final Verdict: Give credit where credit's due, "Carter's Vendetta" deserves a solid 7/10. Don't expect deep existential drama, but buckle up for a wild ride with Stallone in peak form.
Why I Suggest It
...esplora i difetti umani come la vendetta, la lealtà, e il confronto con il passato, in un modo che ti terrà incollato allo schermo.
Why I Might Not Recommend It
...potrebbe essere troppo intenso per chi cerca una visione più leggera e meno carica di tensione.
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