Sentences with phrase «of sharp dialogue»

Less dependent on the rhythm and flow of sharp dialogue volleys, more reliant on the energy of action over words.

It's full of sharp dialogue and entertaining characters and fuelled by a wryly enlightened view of our world and how it can be at once cruel and caring.

Not exact matches

A debate in which the thoughts are not expressed in the way in which they existed in the mind but in the speaking are so pointed that they may strike home in the sharpest way, and moreover without the men that are spoken to being regarded in any way present as persons; a conversation characterized by the need neither to communicate something, nor to learn something, nor to innuence someone, nor to come into connexion with someone, but solely by the desire to have one's own self - reliance confirmed by making the impression that is made, or if it has become unsteady to have it strengthened; a friendly chat in which each regards himself as absolute and legitimate and the other as relativized and questionable; a lovers» talk in which both partners alike enjoy their own glorious soul and their precious experience — what an underworld of faceless spectres of dialogue!

The Jewish «Christian dialogue of recent decades is a new thing that stands in sharp contrast to the terribly complicated relationship between Jews and Christians over the past two thousand years.

Even though the plot lacks the sharp satirical bite of The Thick of It or Yes Minister, it is the characterisation and dialogue which truly let the whole production down.

In stage plays like «Fan» and «The Importance of Being Earnest,» Wilde used wickedly sharp dialogue and glittering farce as scalpels, laying open the hypocrisies of an Edwardian upper - class audience that only felt the sting on the hansom - cab ride home.

The movie's almost painstakingly quiet punctuated by the most minimal of dialogue, establishing a pace not unlike Clooney's previous tour de force «Michael Clayton» only without the sharp Tony Gilroy dialogue and original premise that made that movie so unmistakably its own thing.

held together by the remarkably vivid and varied performances of Ruffalo, Dern, Watts and Krause, each of whom gets his or her share of juicy moments and sharp dialogue.

The most interesting part... lies in the sharp dialogues and in the central character that functions as the guiding thread of a story that hides dramatic trimmings within the same comedy... [Full review in Spanish]

John Lithgow is excellent... it's a tribute to both his acting and the writing (as sharp and tight as ever) that many of his scenes have only three or four lines of dialogue, but resonate deeply and give you the creeps (especially a scene where Lithgow picks a fight behind a bar).

Julian Mitchell's script tends to drag its feet, if not cut short a lot of expository depth, but it keeps consistent on razor - sharp dialogue, occasionally broken up by witty humor that puts a bit of kick in the slower spots, about as much as highlights in Brian Gilbert's direction which break up slow spells and sentimentality with occasions of color and effective thoughtfulness.

Anyone familiar with Leonard's novels will be fully aware of his colourful characters and sharp, snappy dialogue.

«The second episode of Showtime's Billions is even more confident than the first, with sharper dialogue and a focused structure.»

The dialogue's still sharp, and the performers appealing, but the tug of war between what the show was and what it probably needs to be now is palpable, and at times distracting.

An appealing comedy with an unabashed streak of melodrama, sharp dialogue, and a superb ensemble cast, anchored by a lead performance by Al Pacino in lovable scamp mode.

Featuring a well - known cast that doesn't disappoint, buckets of blood with razor sharp dialogue — a final product that is just brillant from beginning to the very end,

Likewise, there are some scattered great scenes, including a couple of final - act twists that are just plain uncomfortable to watch, with the sharp dialogue of Letts shining through as the various schemes begin to unravel.

However the epicness of the story and razor sharp dialogue and voice acting will have you playing again.

The pace never lets up, and every time there's the slight chance of things getting a bit (ahem) po - faced (sorry), any hint of pomposity is deflated with a sight gag or some sharp dialogue.

What redeems the film's surface bitterness are sharp observations, laceratingly funny dialogue and something Dedee claims to find especially loathsome: a secret heart of gold.

Mr. Black's screenplay is mean - spirited, but it earns its keep with sharp, sarcastic dialogue and ingenious ways of setting up this story.

The dialogue is sharp and justly famous, though writer - director Joseph L. Mankiewicz has trouble putting it into the mouths of his actors: nothing sounds remotely natural, and the film is pervaded by the out - of - sync sense of staircase wit — this is a movie about what people wished they'd said.

For every revelatory moment of sharp perception there's an eternity of goofy smiles, stuttered dialogue and embarrassed glances.

Co - writer / director Barry Jenkins tells his tale of a young man's emotional and sexual coming - of - age through sharp dialogue and clearly articulated scenes that build to small or large epiphanies.

Franco's enunciation: Each line of dialogue is razor - sharp, imparting purpose but also decades of pent - up frustration.

It unfolds with sharp dialogue, timely on - point social commentary, and a profound interest in what it means to be an unfulfilled person of a certain age alive today.

Credit the tautpacing in conjunction with a compelling storyline, plenty of action, nuancedcharacters, resonant iconography, sharp dialogue delivered by a strong ensemblecast, and, most of all, sensational production values.

There's a healthy amount of sharp writing and dialogue on display in the latest theatrical preview, while the themes and psychological nature of the narrative seem quite interesting, as portrayed here.

Raising Arizona has all the Coen essentials: a dark storyline about desperation for status; zany characters with sharp wit and idiosyncratic dialogue; and super stylized sets that magnify the absurdity of the world they've created.

Many directors say that while it seems tougher to write a great piece of dialogue than craft some sharp mise - en - scêne, in fact, that's a screenwriter - centric view, and doesn't consider the full trickiness of cinematography and direction.

This is a classic screwball comedy made brand new, exactly the kind of movie Howard Hawks and Preston Sturges and Grant and Gable and Hepburn would be making today, with hysterical gags, slapstick moments, perfect timing, and dialogue so sharp it leaves teeth marks.

It's meticulously directed, the foley is as sharp and crowd pleasing as the finest Mamet dialogue, and Krasinski doesn't neglect the emotional core of the film — the family vying to survive, whose tensions, divisions and turmoil we experience in near silence, but with great expressivity and economy.

I'm giving Life of the Party three stars — a solid B, if you will — on the strength of at least a half - dozen laugh - out - loud moments, some truly sharp dialogue, a tremendously likable cast, and the sheer force of its cheerful goofiness.

And yet I'm giving «Life of the Party» three stars — a solid B, if you will — on the strength of at least a half - dozen laugh - out - loud moments, some truly sharp dialogue, a tremendously likable cast, and the sheer force of its cheerful goofiness.

To the credit of director Mike Newell (drawing on his Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire wrangling skills), a conclave of screenwriters who keep the dialogue on the sharp side, and the life's - a-game instincts of producer Jerry Bruckheimer, all that Arabian Nights - like stuff unfolds at a brisk, well - paced clip.

I appreciated that the dialogue was fairly sharp and that Singer (who also helmed 1995's The Usual Suspects) was wise enough to keep the fight scenes silent instead of featuring the usual inane banter of most comic - book movies.

The Hype In a 2013 New York Times review of Andrew Smith's Winger, A.J. Jacobs coined the term «GreenLit» to describe a category of Y.A. books that have «sharp dialogue, defective authority figures, occasional boozing, unrequited crushes and one or more heartbreaking twists.»

, a line of police cars, and the Batmobile that is kinetic and beautifully choreographed (less showy but just as great is an early bank heist that anybody who saw I Am Legend in IMAX is already familiar with)-- and there are exchanges of razor - sharp dialogue delivered like poison pills.

With an ensemble of comic luminaries, from Jeffrey Tambor to Michael Palin, savouring every needle - sharp line of dialogue, it's a masterclass in twisted hilarity that makes Orwell's «Animal Farm» look like a trip to a petting zoo.

The long takes, loaded dialogue, and sharp compositions all significantly elevate the proceedings, but they only go so far; the plot and characters do the lion's share of the work and render the film as satisfying as it is.

Faxon and Rash continue to prove their award - worthy writing talents here, as the movie is full of unforgettable characters and sharp, hilarious dialogue — even between the kids that hang around the water park.

They're so good at blending sharp dialogue with shocking bursts of violence, and making it all look seamless.

That's too bad, because Gringo has a lot going for it, including some occasionally sharp dialogue (by either Matthew Stone or Anthony Tambakis, who contributed to the bonebreaking and tearjerking Joel Edgerton / Tom Hardy MMA drama Warrior) and a quartet of funny performances from players not primarily known for bringing the yuks: L'il Edgerton, Charlize Theron in full femme fatale mode and beardy heavy Sharlto Copley.

Three Wives resembles All About Eve in its uses of a nonlinear narrative, a large intertwined cast, and compelling relationships defined by sharp dialogue.

But the amazingly - clever dialogue and sharp comedic timing of Key & Peele saves «Keanu», right?

Why it's worth watching: Razor - sharp dialogue, witty one - liners, daft slapstick scenarios... there isn't a type of comedy that Life of Brian doesn't wrangle into its story.

In order to show the sparks between her characters, Crane uses sharp dialogue — also a feature of her scripts.

And here, in a fine story arc realized with wry dialogue and sharp insights, is a précis on the struggle between government for control of a culture that is changing.

Gunn and Perlman did well in defining the characters for the screen and giving them some sharp dialogue to spout out (much of it hilarious).

With In Bruges and his last feature, 2012's Seven Psychopaths, McDonagh built a reputation as one of the sharpest writers of dialogue around.