Closer

**skahound** · December 4, 2004, 10:54:26 AM

Re: Closer

Saw this movie last night.

Be prepared for 4 absolutely stunning performances from the likes of Jude Law, Julia Roberts, Natalie Portman, and Clive Owen in this gritty and untame look at relationships, infidelity, honesty, and trust. Jude Law stars as Dan an Obits writer who falls in love with Alice (Natalie Portman) after a chance encounter on a London street. Dan's fulfillment with Alice is short-lived after his meeting with Anna played by Julia Roberts. After unknowingly setting Anna up with her future husband Larry (Clive Owen), Dan becomes relentless in his pursuit of her. The rest of the movie follows the lives of the two couples as they battle to be honestly unfaithful with their respective partners.

Jude Law exudes reluctance and desperation with such great passion that the viewer actually begins to feel sorry for him. Roberts' performance is the antithesis of the melodrama and over-the-top acting that she usually displays. I tend to stay away from Roberts' movies due to her overacting but I could not pass up this movie because of the other 3 actors and I'm glad I didn't as she was perfect as a depressed, lonely, submissive. Natalie Portman's portrayal as a stripper and her ability to be true to the screen further exemplifies why she is one of the brightest actresses in Hollywood. And Clive Owen definitely lands the pompous and manipulative role of Larry with what seems to be relative ease.

If you enjoy twisted tales of deception and like watching gritty drama then this film is definitely for you. For all of its seriousness though, there are scenes that will have you cracking up. I give this film 4 out of 5 stars and would expect to see nominations for some of the actors.

**peloquin** · December 18, 2004, 06:35:59 PM

clive owen was the star, oscar worthy to say the least. law and portman were both excellent too. roberts, in my opinion, was miscast... she just didnt deliver what the role needed for me...

excellent movie though, worth watching, and should gather at least a few nominations (owen & portman both deservedly got golden globe nods) come oscar time

**Jibgolly** · December 20, 2004, 05:42:58 AM

went and saw this movie tonight with my lady. very interesting. i'm glad there was no huge plot twist or gore. this movie didnt need it. i felt bad for dan (jude law) at the end, and my girl was like "fuck him"
she enjoyed it as well. i found a new respect for julia roberts too. she's usually the american sweetheart in a movie, but this movie she was just a good old fashioned whore.

oh, and i wouldnt mind giving Ms. Portman some of my sperm either.

overall rating: 4/5

**Digger** · December 31, 2004, 05:40:03 AM

you know what i mean now uh?....yeah...

and by the way havent seen it

**Platinum** · January 3, 2005, 03:53:36 PM

amazing movie, saw it last week... just a great movie that is very REAL... youll know what i mean when you see it... amazing performance by clive owen, amazed me with some of the lines he had, overall a great movie, hopefully it wins some major awards this yr... cheers

**HoneyBearKelly** · January 3, 2005, 09:43:10 PM

Can anybody believe a red blooded male would throw Natalie Portman over for Julia Roberts?

**picklemonkey** · January 4, 2005, 10:35:53 AM

Re: Closer

Originally posted by skahound

Saw this movie last night.

Be prepared for 4 absolutely stunning performances from the likes of Jude Law, Julia Roberts, Natalie Portman, and Clive Owen in this gritty and untame look at relationships, infidelity, honesty, and trust. Jude Law stars as Dan an Obits writer who falls in love with Alice (Natalie Portman) after a chance encounter on a London street. Dan's fulfillment with Alice is short-lived after his meeting with Anna played by Julia Roberts. After unknowingly setting Anna up with her future husband Larry (Clive Owen), Dan becomes relentless in his pursuit of her. The rest of the movie follows the lives of the two couples as they battle to be honestly unfaithful with their respective partners.

Jude Law exudes reluctance and desperation with such great passion that the viewer actually begins to feel sorry for him. Roberts' performance is the antithesis of the melodrama and over-the-top acting that she usually displays. I tend to stay away from Roberts' movies due to her overacting but I could not pass up this movie because of the other 3 actors and I'm glad I didn't as she was perfect as a depressed, lonely, submissive. Natalie Portman's portrayal as a stripper and her ability to be true to the screen further exemplifies why she is one of the brightest actresses in Hollywood. And Clive Owen definitely lands the pompous and manipulative role of Larry with what seems to be relative ease.

If you enjoy twisted tales of deception and like watching gritty drama then this film is definitely for you. For all of its seriousness though, there are scenes that will have you cracking up. I give this film 4 out of 5 stars and would expect to see nominations for some of the actors.

sorry, but I really like your review

**BEATFREAK26** · January 4, 2005, 09:15:38 PM

Re: Closer

Originally posted by Digger

i find this one.....natalie portman its a hottie....

http://www.sonypictures.com/movies/closer/

I am a big portman fan..so hot

**Jibgolly** · January 14, 2005, 03:29:05 AM

if anyone is addicted to the theme song like i am, this is it 'damien rice - the blowers daughter'

dont know why but i love this song.

**skahound** · January 14, 2005, 09:20:38 AM

Originally posted by Jibgolly

if anyone is addicted to the theme song like i am, this is it 'damien rice - the blowers daughter'

dont know why but i love this song.

Was walking through a model of a townhouse I'm buying the other day and they had this piping through the interior speakers. I had completely forgotten about this tune but fell in love with it over again. Thanks for the heads up Jib.

**mixu** · January 19, 2005, 12:58:16 PM

Re: Closer

Closer is really, really, really, really, really, really good

And I've had that Damien Rice for two years now and it's really, really, really, really, really, really good too

**turbolscivic94** · January 19, 2005, 01:27:50 PM

Re: Closer

Damn no one with a bad thing to say at all, thats awesome, off to rent this one tonight I believe.

**Jibgolly** · January 19, 2005, 03:28:53 PM

its still in theaters Turbo. slow down big tiger. :wink:

**Mr.Big** · January 19, 2005, 03:44:03 PM

Jibjolly and skahound...its funny cause the album O by damien rice came out in dublin about 4years ago and its still selling here..hes started to do well now in the UK and i think he's doin his US tour soon..

I saw him in a college social bar in 2001 and i was like who the fuck is this guy...hes amazing... he was sleeping in my mates gaff on the couch awhile ago..hes a very quiet guy but really deep..

i suggest u both pick up his album cause its classic...also the B-sides of the album O is also out...

its baby making music and chill out at the same time....great shit

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