Metade Fumaca (1999)
Reviewed by: bkasten on 2004-09-21
Summary: Complex, expressive, evocative...
...sometimes a bit ponderous and overdone. It's not always clear whether this is trying to be an art flick, or whether it's trying to be a morality play, an unrequited love fantasy, a buddy story, all of the above, or none of the above...yet it's always moving and never overly trite or simplistic. Whatever the case, this is a worthwhile and enjoyable adventure into several dark and disturbing realms all at once, and ends on a particularly satisfying note. Overall, a flawed gem.


Some random thoughts: I find Eric Tsang is perfectly suited for this particular role. Nicolas Tse is well cast and shows he is quite a capable actor. The Chinese name of the movie seems more suitable: half-cigarette. Note the symbolism and significance of the half-cigarette in the movie. Kelly has only a cameo, unfortunately. Listen to the most interesting soundtrack and the odd pitch changes.

Reviewer Score: 7