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The Real Deal
Vince Vassar, an infamous Hollywood producer, thinks that the power he wields is limitless. But when he shuts his employee Sammy out of the multi-million dollar movie deal that Sammy brought him, the scorned assistant decides to eliminate Vince from the deal, and from every future one. Unfortunately, Vince's wife already has a plan for her husband's life and his money. Now a deadly web has been woven in which no one know who can trust whom.
Release : | 2002 |
Rating : | 4.6 |
Studio : | SHRINK Media Inc., Media Cooperation One, |
Crew : | Art Direction, Production Design, |
Cast : | Lillo Brancato Joseph D. Reitman Daniel Baldwin Angie Everhart Costas Mandylor |
Genre : | Thriller Romance |
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A movie that not only functions as a solid scarefest but a razor-sharp satire.
Very good movie overall, highly recommended. Most of the negative reviews don't have any merit and are all pollitically based. Give this movie a chance at least, and it might give you a different perspective.
One of the most extraordinary films you will see this year. Take that as you want.
It is a whirlwind of delight --- attractive actors, stunning couture, spectacular sets and outrageous parties. It's a feast for the eyes. But what really makes this dramedy work is the acting.
The Real Deal is a spoof on low budget films. It's listed as a thriller, but either the producers or the distributors missed the bus on the genre they chose to list the film under. If you're looking for a scary movie, this isn't for you. if you sit down to watch, holding tightly on to your grain of salt, you'll likely be in for a rather entertaining, but sometimes just a little slow, ride. Your first clue that this film might not be taking itself too seriously is in its cast. It is chock full of tongue in cheek, B movie stars, including A Baldwin (Danny), Michael Madsen, andAngie Everhart. Lillo Brancato who is straddling the fence between A and Bmovie stardom does a somewhat credible, though at times a little stiff, job as the film's lead, Sam. Joe Reitman (aka Mr. Elizabeth) does a great job as the"Buddy", but Danny Baldwin steals the show as Vince Vassar, Sam'soverbearing boss. The film has decent production value, though it's impossible for it to break the bonds of it's low budget shackles. It's shot entirely at one location, which can become tedious at times, but the filmmakers do utilize their limited space well. Some shots do tend to run on, and at times i wonder if this a good style choice. The story can be confusing at times, the film flashes back and forth seeminly without warning. But, upon a second viewing (yes i wasinterested enough to watch it twice) everthing became clear. All the information is there, you just have to know what you're looking at. I wasn't expecting the ending i got, and that was refreshing. The Real Deal won't win many awards,but if you're looking for something a little off the beaten track, this film might just fit your bill.
Rented this movie in a video store last night and was very disappointed. Unconvincing acting, unconvincing story with lots of logical holes, an aftertaste of a cheap softcore erotic thriller. Baldwin has some good moments, but apart from that I was falling asleep. Stay away.