Freejack

Freejack

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...when he called this a terrible film. I'd always been under the impression Freejack was considered a decent movie. Where that idea came from I have no idea. The concept could have worked, but as with many science fiction movies there was a lot of razzle dazzle and "ooh, look at that" incorporated for no reason that had anything to do with the story. For example, one of the characters had an obviously scarred face... and there was absolutely no reason for it indicated in the film. This truly was a piece of dog squeeze.

Freejack is not what I'd call an intelligent movie, but the premise is solid and entertaining. The movie's version of the future is an intriguing look at societal direction, and the ride through this future is a lot of fun. The unique characters and plot make Freejack a great ride.

I felt the need to give a slightly decent review of this movie to counter all the bad press. The movie is not that bad. First of all, it's a movie, it's not real life. Also, very few musicians make good actors. Personally, I like Mick Jagger and the Rolling Stones, and I also enjoy Emilio Esteves. If you want to see a decent (older) movie, I highly recommend this one. If you plan to compare the shootouts and fight scenes with real life, then don't bother. You will be disappointed.

Freejack was recommended to me by someone who had reviewed a screenplay I had written, as some of the ideas were similar. It was a good observation. I enjoyed Freejack for its imaginative juxtaposition of past and future. It's one of the most imaginative movies I have seen, making a good case for the adaptation of science fiction novels to the screen. I think some of the slam bang action is overdone but when the movie steps back and becomes a story, the story it has to tell is an interesting one. If you missed this the first time around like I did, check it out now. An engaging cast of characters in an interesting film.

It wasn't anything fantastic, but I agree with the people who have said here that you shouldn't judge a movie solely on its candidacy for an Oscar. I mean, there are a whole SLEW of fun movies out there that are not going to win Oscars anytime soon. That said, I think the concept behind this movie is a good one, it's interesting, and it sparks the imagination. The delivery...well, yeah, it can be a little cheesy at times, but it holds together as well as any other 80s-esque movie does, and I think the direction is really functional. I mean, it's not going to move you with its sublimity, but...does anyone realistically think it's supposed to? It's a good, cheap thrill with an interesting premise that is engaging enough to keep you watching.

Action, story, and love. Well thought out and shot for its time for sure.

In a scene in the diner a man puts his gun on the table and threatens to kill Alex. Alex puts his gun on the table and smiles. The same type of smile he does in Young Guns. Also the hat he wears looks like the one he wore in The Young Guns movies. The same smile Mr Estevez does in Young Guns. Could Alex Furlong be a decedent to Billy The Kid?????? Also the director who did Young Guns 1 and 2 also directed Freejack. Anyway I enjoyed the film and know have it on DVD. I would be nice if they did a sequel but I think they won't. Its a one time move with no sequels.

I liked this very much when I saw it in the theatre many years ago, so when I found it in the DVD sales bin, I had to pick it up. The special F/X look a bit dated, but the plot is still interesting and has quite a few twists and turns. The main characters are nothing but cardboard cutouts, perhaps with the exception of Rene Russo's Julie. This and the highly polarized difference between ghetto and City gives the movie a comic book feel which is a bit distracting. Mick Jagger is spectacularily unconvincing, even as a archetypal villain. My favourite performance is the quirky but highly amusing role of a nun played by Amanda Plummer. "Turn the other cheek" indeed! :-) IMDb says "if you like this, you'll probably like Total Recall", which is one of my favourite SF movies. A lot of people hate Total Recall, though, and I guess those people will hate this too. I give it 7/10.