This movie is interesting & very entertaining, most definitely great for what it is. Similarities can be drawn with L.A. Confidential, in the sense that there is clear corruption within the police force present in the films & that as the film progresses towards the climax the viewer is slowly brought to understanding just how deep it runs. I would give it 8.5/10 but, given the scoring system on IMDb, rounded up as is custom with currency.
The plot is easy enough to follow, the premise standard enough to not require unnecessary devotion to the establishment of such & the actual execution being notably stylish. Cinematography is sophomoric however does not detract from the experience of watching it, so in a way keeping with this simplicity works in favor. The film grain used really adds visceral tones, which helps to accentuate the gritty ambiance necessary for the intents of the director.
What should be stressed is that I found this movie entertaining & thought provoking in the sense that it was very interesting to see how the plot unveiled, although there were some bits that were predictable. This, however, did not kill any of the entertainment value & plus, these days it is very difficult to avoid clichés set by classics that are now considered archetypes.
Given high production values, a great cast & above average performances, Street Kings will not necessarily be marked as a classic within the genre as it will a very entertaining crime thriller. I would strongly recommend to fans of this movie the movie Training Day, Dark Blue or L.A. Confidential & vice versa- if you enjoyed any one of the aforementioned titles, then Street Kings will be very likely to entertain you as well.
The plot is easy enough to follow, the premise standard enough to not require unnecessary devotion to the establishment of such & the actual execution being notably stylish. Cinematography is sophomoric however does not detract from the experience of watching it, so in a way keeping with this simplicity works in favor. The film grain used really adds visceral tones, which helps to accentuate the gritty ambiance necessary for the intents of the director.
What should be stressed is that I found this movie entertaining & thought provoking in the sense that it was very interesting to see how the plot unveiled, although there were some bits that were predictable. This, however, did not kill any of the entertainment value & plus, these days it is very difficult to avoid clichés set by classics that are now considered archetypes.
Given high production values, a great cast & above average performances, Street Kings will not necessarily be marked as a classic within the genre as it will a very entertaining crime thriller. I would strongly recommend to fans of this movie the movie Training Day, Dark Blue or L.A. Confidential & vice versa- if you enjoyed any one of the aforementioned titles, then Street Kings will be very likely to entertain you as well.