Layer Cake
Layer Cake is a movie set in England's drug underworld. The main character is a cocaine dealer who deals in large quantities of cocaine only. He plans to retire from the business but, not before he completes one last job for his eccentric, foulmouthed, drug kingpin. He is sent to find the daughter of his boss's friend, while at the same time trying to find a buyer for one million pills of MDMA (If you don't know what that is google it). Problems occur with both tasks. Violence and even more British slang follow until everything culminates in one final dramatic scene.
Reasons to watch:
1. Daniel Craig: If it wasn't for this movie who knows who would be playing James Bond in the newest revival of the series.
2. The Book: The movie was originally based on the book of the same name by J. J. Connolly. The screenplay was 408 pages long whereas the book was only 344 pages long according to IMDB.
3. Sequel?: Connolly is reportedly working on a sequel to his book. I am sure it would only be a matter of time before Matthew Vaughn wants to turn it into a movie.
4. Cinematography: The shots, while some may be disorientating are very well done. They give you the feeling of yourself in the film which, most movies attempt but, few succeed.
5. Soundtrack: The soundtrack of the movie includes rhythms to simulate the beat of your heart to get your heart racing for what is about to happen or to slow it down from the previous scene.
OK thats it for this one. Go watch is and tell me what you think
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