Reviews

I thought that this was a VERY GOOD movie...not a GREAT movie. The use of the F*** word (and all of it's various forms)was way over the top for me!That did seem to be indicative of many films from this time frame,1995-1999. But once you got pass that the plot kept moving along very well for a court room drama movie. Edward Norton was Excellent in his role! I would have liked to seen more of Andre Braugher's character and how his behind the court room scene work helped Richard Gere prepare his case. The ramifications of the underlying story between John Mahony and Steven Bauer would have been an added benefit to viewer. An answer to the question: Did he get away with it? Great movie for those that love to try and figure out the ending before the movie actually ends!

I found this movie a RIOT!!! A few glasses of wine, or another preferred 'adult beverage' and you can't help but laugh! Don't try to find any profound meanings in the movie...there aren't any. This is just a FUN and FUNNY movie just for purely entertainment purposes. If there is ANY meaning to be taken from this movie it is the portraying of the Western cultures' desire for designer items, not just in our clothing but right down to the water that we drink. Micheal Caine played his role perfectly, in my opinion, as the governor trying to infuse wealth into the economy (as well as his pockets) of the small island and Jimmy Walker as the DJ on the island...who wouldn't listen to his radio show? I have made this a movie a part of my DVD collection and others should too.