American Hustle (2013)
Most ordinary people would just watch a movie and move on with life. But I, being out of the ordinary (less ordinary rather than extraordinary) analyse the nitty gritty bits.
I thought this movie was interesting and brought back fond memories of the late 70s. The setting was in 1978 complete with loud colours, hirsute appearance, big collars, bell bottoms and disco music (I feel love).
It is a story of a conman and his accomplice and mistress trying to outwit the police force whilst trapping the corrupt politicians and getting a 'Get out of Jail free' card!
Why is this titled 'all fake'? The main character, Irving, is living a fake life. He loans money without actually giving any money. He deals with forged paintings and the chain of cleaners that he is runs is just a front. He has a mistress (Sydney / Edith) who moves around with a fake British accent. Irving's wife (Rosalyn) is constantly at Irving's rear, nagging and complaining about his under-achievements. The only thing that is holding the marriage is Rosalyn's son from another marriage whom Irving adores.
In midst of all these, the FBI tracks down Irving's activities. The agent in charge, Richie, makes a deal to reduce his charges if he could ensnare a corrupt politician. While planning the con job, Edith also has a fake relationship with the agent. The plan becomes more complicated as the initial plan to get money from a fake Sheikh becomes hotter as the mob boss (De Niro in a small but lasting appearance) starts getting involved.
Fake? Fake because nobody is actually interested in meting out justice. People who are not charged are not necessarily innocent and those punished are not necessarily guilty. It is all a charade of plea bargaining and deal brokering. Truth and righteousness takes a back seat. That is the truth.
The story is supposed to be based on true event but was also spiced up to lure the audience.
I thought this movie was interesting and brought back fond memories of the late 70s. The setting was in 1978 complete with loud colours, hirsute appearance, big collars, bell bottoms and disco music (I feel love).
It is a story of a conman and his accomplice and mistress trying to outwit the police force whilst trapping the corrupt politicians and getting a 'Get out of Jail free' card!
Why is this titled 'all fake'? The main character, Irving, is living a fake life. He loans money without actually giving any money. He deals with forged paintings and the chain of cleaners that he is runs is just a front. He has a mistress (Sydney / Edith) who moves around with a fake British accent. Irving's wife (Rosalyn) is constantly at Irving's rear, nagging and complaining about his under-achievements. The only thing that is holding the marriage is Rosalyn's son from another marriage whom Irving adores.
Fake? Fake because nobody is actually interested in meting out justice. People who are not charged are not necessarily innocent and those punished are not necessarily guilty. It is all a charade of plea bargaining and deal brokering. Truth and righteousness takes a back seat. That is the truth.
The story is supposed to be based on true event but was also spiced up to lure the audience.
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