Matchstick Men

Not much to dislike about this movie, but it doesn't stick with you long. I won't spoil anything, but there's a major plot point that's a little far-fetched. Not so crazy that it's unbelievable, but distracting nonetheless.

I went into Matchstick men not expecting much, but I got a lot more than I bargained for. It was heartwarming at first, but the conclusion really changed that, and took me by surprise, even though I was sort of...expecting it. Ridleys still got it.

(2nd viewing) A great effort from Scott, the three leading actors are wonderful together. Cage is excellent, playing a neurotic con artist forced to juggle his private and professional life while dealing with his own personal issues, hitting all the right notes along the way. We sympathize with him and Lohman serves as a potent counterbalance. Everything is backed up by a thoroughly involving script. A very nice caper film, see it.

Forgettable Nicolas Cage vehicle.

I liked the conning aspects (con-men pulling a con on another), but there wasn't much depth to this.