Sentences with phrase «sharp dialogue in»

Don't get me wrong if you can keep the tension up and get some sharp dialogue in there, it might just work, but odds are it won't be ground - breaking or career - making.

Not exact matches

The dialogue is sharp, the set pieces are original and the soundtrack is sure to take you back in time.

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.

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 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]

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.

It doesn't try to show some drastic change, but it does attempt to convince others that change can indeed happen, it also never puts blame on one person, because obviously with marriage it is a joint effort, there will be trials and on other occasions it simply won't work, but time and commitment can change that, rarely can a simple film like this address so much in such limited issues, but sharp, often improvisational dialogue and strong performances create a very real and insightful piece that underplays everything for maximum effect, which works.

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.

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.

A short, sharp, deliciously black - hearted thriller that reads not unlike a readymade screenplay in its brisk, dialogue - dominated -LSB-...]

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.

A defining voice in American independent cinema ever since his 1995 debut with Kicking and Screaming, Noah Baumbach has a natural knack for human observation and crafting sharp dialogue that feels entirely true.

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.

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.

Though Blanchett and the excellent ensemble cast do find some humor in Allen's sharp dialogue, this isn't funny business.

The visuals are stunning and unnerving in equal measure, the dialogue balances sharp wit with surreally detached reflection; it is overwhelming, tender, funny and, at times, horribly sad.

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.»

There are some nice moments in the mad scramble as the group breaks into teams to search for Freeway, but the dialogue is mostly soggy rather than sharp in the way that would have brought the characters and crisis into more compelling focus.

, 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.

From the tightly scripted dialogue — by turn sharp, harrowing & funny and without an ounce excess on its bones — to the beautifully melancholic score by Carter Burwell and the powerhouse performances from a cast who've never been better, I fell in love with the entire movie, with every single breath - taking, nauseating, alarming, disturbing, uplifting scene, a fact made slightly more unusual given that I've tried — and failed on repeated occasions — to watch and enjoy Martin McDonagh's back catalogue.

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.

In addition to stunning cinematography, sharp dialogue and rich character development, Appaloosa also features a nice turn from Renee Zellweger as Allison French, Cole's love interest who proves to be surprisingly cunning.

Very violent yet hilariously funny, superb acting from all corners - Waltz and Jackson steal the show while Leo shows up in an awesome turn as a plantation owner and superb visuals... and then there are the Tarantino trademarks - sharp dialogue, humor mixed easily with fear and so much more...

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

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

Supported by fine performances and the year's sharpest script, CAPTAIN FANTASTIC awakens an inner dialogue in audiences about the way we live our lives based on societal influences.

Supported by fine performances (both big and small) and the year's sharpest script, CAPTAIN FANTASTIC awakens an inner dialogue in audiences about the way we live our lives based on societal influences.

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.

Taylor - Joy and Cooke are both marvelous in entirely different registers, and Finley distinguishes his auspicious debut with craftsmanship as razor - sharp as the dialogue.

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.

Chandor's previous film, Margin Call, about the financial crisis of 2008, was all talk (in a good way), filled with sharp and witty dialogue and a cast of vivid characters.

A decent amount of the dialogue is in Spanish and some of it is translated in clean, sharp, burned - in yellow subtitles, which are also used to identify certain individuals in their introductory scenes.

Discrete placement of razor - sharp effects in the soundfield play nicely with the dialogue, which miraculously stays (centrally) above the fray, while music gets a full - bodied treatment.

As he showed in his first film, LaBute has penchant for sharp dialogue and deft characterization but is less concerned with plot mechanics and visual mise - en - scene.

Some of the sharpest, most observant dialogue of the whole year is in this script: «I enjoyed it, but I shouldn't have done it,» says Mr. Fox about his return to crime; «If what I think is happening here is happening here, it better not be,» says Mrs. Fox when she suspects her husband is up to no good.

The 2.40:1 visuals remain sharp, clean, and well - defined, while dialogue stays crisp and carefully - chosen (on a budget) music lively in the 5.1 DTS - HD master audio soundtrack.

As semi-estranged adult brothers, Adam Sandler and Ben Stiller have never been better, but the real star is the script, with sharp dialogue like «You were both such middle - aged men in the making.»

«We've never had the chance to be really wicked thus far in our careers, the chance to play with this really sharp dialogue and also to work out the art of manipulation and fakery and to work within the parameters of this really obsessive relationship that I think a lot of young women have when they're that age.»

Road Warrior isn't ever going to be remembered for sparkling dialogue or breathtakingly beautiful cinematography, but it does unabashedly examine many ways in which sharp projectiles, barbed wire and moving vehicles can ruin your whole day.

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Whilst the plot is thin, the dialogue is very sharp in most places, which isn't a surprise considering it's from Eric Darnall, who has looked after previous MADAGASCAR storylines and Noah Baumbach, famous for writing the scripts for THE FANTASTIC MR FOX and GREENBERG.

Thanks to sharp dialogue and a keen understanding of the characters by screenwriter Diablo Cody (the nom de plume of former stripper / blogger Brook Busey), it all comes to life in a refreshing and easy to digest way that thwarts predictability by being both clever and honest at the same time.

«Hartley's direction is razor sharp, the performances are classically dry, and the script is a master class in precise dialogue.»

From «Pulp Fiction» to «Kill Bill,» his films positively drip with everything that makes the man who he is — the music, the framing, the tack - sharp dialogue, and everything in between.

Thanks to brilliant performances by Joseph Cotten, Alida Valli, and Orson Welles; Anton Karas's evocative zither score; Graham Greene's razor - sharp dialogue; and Robert Krasker's dramatic use of light and shadow, The Third Man, directed by the inimitable Carol Reed, only grows in stature as the years pass.

With its sharp dialogue, great soundtrack of opera and classical music and excellent cast, I look forward to the next film by Atom Egoyan as I feel he will have several tense dramas in store for us.