Tommy (2014)

Simply Perfect

It’s not bad or unwatchable but despite the amplitude of the spectacle, the end result is underwhelming.

There is, somehow, an interesting story here, as well as some good acting. There are also some good scenes

This film is so real. It treats its characters with so much care and sensitivity.

It all starts out with the return of Estelle, gangster Tommy's cold as ice wife, back to get their share in a daring heist that ended a bit complicated. As details slowly come to light for all parties, including the audience, and Estelle finds out that getting the money won't be as easy as she thought, she manages to get herself into a whole lot more trouble then she bargained for. The way this is played out is just awesome. Cold believable characters capable of the worst that slide around each other in a snakepit waiting to explode. And all this at a snails pace, however this snail leaves a trace of blood ánd slime.Visually it's stunning. Sober, sterile, rich photography and the acting is just flawless. Noa Gammel is gorgeous but also has this lived and worndown look and Ola Rapace gives a great performance, I will be looking out for more of his films. The one who steals the show is Johan Rabaeus as the character "Steve"; He is a scary predator on the prowl. Awesome performance.It reminded me slightly of another great modern Swedish crime masterpiece: "Snabba Cash". Different pacing off course, but the style and setting and the coldblooded characters... Just awesome. The Scandinavian collection keeps on growing. I just hope some dumb American won't get the idea of remaking this. It just wouldn't work. 8/10

Estelle has returned home from a sojourn in Sri Lanka. She has been there since her husband did a runner after pulling off one of the biggest robberies in Swedish history. This husband is Tommy and it soon becomes obvious that his reputation precedes him and the mere mention of his name instills fear into those who may have crossed him.The thing is he never got the money out and he now wants it back - that is why Estelle has come for it. The elephant in the room is why has Tommy not come himself? Estelle tells everyone he is on his way, but things start to unravel as parts of the past come back up to haunt all those involved.This is stylish production Moa Gammel as Estelle often looks like she is in an Abba video with her high cheekbones and effortless blond hair, but she puts in a stunning performance too. She is ably supported by Swedish pop songstress Lykke Li, who is very talented and puts on a brilliant live show she actually performs one song in the film - Du Är Den Ende. No one puts in a bad performance but Ola Rapace as the conniving Bobby should get a special mention for a sterling effort. There are enough twists to keep you on the edge of your seat a 9 out of 10 film that I am rounding up to 5 stars because I enjoyed it so much

This was actually quite good: Tough, raw but a bit slow at times. It was mercifully devoid of the usual Swedish feminist crap and the female lead actor was OK, although her role forced her to have a poker face all through the movie - something which you can't blame her for. Ola Rapace's figure was also quite OK, although a bit bland, but the most interesting part was Steve, the top mob. I do believe Johan Rabaeus had the most fun shooting this movie, allowing him to live out his more carnivorous inner dark sides. His character is the most interesting in the plot, for sure.Sounds boring? Well, no it wasn't. It was actually quite brutal and had some good twists and turns. Six is actually a good grade, don't forget.

This movie is very atmospheric. Shooted with all amazing features of classical Swedish direction. I would say... for those who longs the extraordinary story and put this criteria to the first place, the sharpness of sensations and crazy meat-blood-guts - this movie will be less interesting. However I believe even they will appreciate it. It is sharpened enough, but it is sustained with Scandinavian calm and proud.Great actors. They probably just have lauded the film above. The only minus is probably slightly delayed start of action. But it's my vision.Film fans will definitely appreciate the film: quality shots, decent budget, acting is great, and more details can be seen at the next revision of the film (there are actually enough).Well, the fans of Lykke Li and those who likes soundtracks of Twilight Saga should definitely appreciate her excellent acting at one of the key roles.The film is decent. Unfortunately, the movie won't be translated. There're some Russian, Bulgarian, Dutch subs, soon will appear Belarusian. However, the Swedish (original) and English still do not available for downloading.