Miami Vice
Universal Pictures | Release Date: July 28, 2006
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Bruce722Nov 13, 2013
Miami Vice is hands down one of my favorite films of all time. I don't quite understand why it was never received well but I think it's just amazing. Colin Farrell and Jamie Foxx are both great, as well are the rest of the supporting cast,Miami Vice is hands down one of my favorite films of all time. I don't quite understand why it was never received well but I think it's just amazing. Colin Farrell and Jamie Foxx are both great, as well are the rest of the supporting cast, Michael Mann did an incredible job directing the movie, the plot develops well and is very interesting, the action scenes are done brilliantly, etc. Honestly, I don't think there's a single flaw in the movie. It's definitely different, so I guess some people expected something else. It's not your typical action flick, that's for sure. It's almost more of an action-thriller in how it's filmed and presented to the viewer. The shaky cam and camera angles and effects work when used because of the overall feel. I'm not saying everyone will love it because it is a bit slower and replaces dialogue with introspection from the actors forcing the audience to pick up on the subtleties and nuances of the plot's development. Those things aren't in your face so some people might get bored with it. Not me. I thought it was great.… Expand
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LawrenceP.Dec 15, 2006
Classic stuff from Mr. Mann. Enjoyed it more the second time. What's really diffrerent about this show is that it looks like a Hollywood blockbuster but plays out like an indie.
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TokyochuchuNov 11, 2012
Miami Vice is a truly excellent film from Micheal Mann. It's superbly acted and beautifully shot. The gun-play is satisfyingly meaty and intense but the real heart of this movie is the chemistry that blossoms between Gong Li and ColinMiami Vice is a truly excellent film from Micheal Mann. It's superbly acted and beautifully shot. The gun-play is satisfyingly meaty and intense but the real heart of this movie is the chemistry that blossoms between Gong Li and Colin Farrell. A phenomenal film from start to finish.… Expand
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NrmJul 30, 2006
excellent. very atmospheric. gun battles were loud and terrifying. couldn't understand what the heck they were saying some of the time. farrell speaks in a odd formal way at the start. on par with collateral.
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ButtNakedBoonJul 30, 2006
Best cops and robbers since...Heat.
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DavidStrahlAug 3, 2006
I went to see this movie expecting the worst. All the user reviews were horrible. Boy are they wrong! Go see this movie! Beautifal cinematography, stellar acting (Colin Ferrell is awesome as Sonny), good dialogue, and great action. Overall I went to see this movie expecting the worst. All the user reviews were horrible. Boy are they wrong! Go see this movie! Beautifal cinematography, stellar acting (Colin Ferrell is awesome as Sonny), good dialogue, and great action. Overall it was a fantastic moviegoing experience and I'd highly recommend this film to everyone!… Expand
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AshtonA.Aug 3, 2006
Great movie with non-stop action and suspense..a must see even if you were too young to have seen the original series with Don Johnson. Collin Ferrell really brings it home in this one.
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TonyO.Aug 6, 2006
Much, much better than I expected. Understated performances, emotionally satisfying storyline, great action sequences (but not too many of them, thank god! I am getting very sick of endless explosions in every movie). Jamie Foxx once more Much, much better than I expected. Understated performances, emotionally satisfying storyline, great action sequences (but not too many of them, thank god! I am getting very sick of endless explosions in every movie). Jamie Foxx once more shows himself to be best actor around at present, and Colin Farrell is pretty good as well. Gong Li is terrific in her first English speaking role. The romance with Farrell really works.The baddies are also terrifying in their malevolence and believability. And the scenes in Cuba are terrific. Overall, a better film than Heat, and nearly as good as Collateral.… Expand
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Michellec.Aug 6, 2006
I am not sure what everyone has been critizing this for. Too long? No way! Not enough action? Are you kidding me? There doesn't have to be tremendous blow em' ups to provide action. I loved this movie. As has been discussed here, I am not sure what everyone has been critizing this for. Too long? No way! Not enough action? Are you kidding me? There doesn't have to be tremendous blow em' ups to provide action. I loved this movie. As has been discussed here, in the media, etc. this is NOT the Miami Vice of long ago. Gone are the pastel shirts and buddy-buddy jokes. This is down and dirty no holds barred Miami Vice. The filming is raw, the sex scenes are fantastic and sexy Colin Farrell, well he's no Don Johnson!!!… Expand
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ChrisD.Aug 8, 2006
While it's definetely not Mann's best work, I still found it to be quite enjoyable. Personally I'm glad the movie was more serious and intense than the show was. It was a little slow at times but made up for it when things While it's definetely not Mann's best work, I still found it to be quite enjoyable. Personally I'm glad the movie was more serious and intense than the show was. It was a little slow at times but made up for it when things started to pick up. Outside of the shaky camera, it looked great too. I recommend it.… Expand
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JackW.Dec 6, 2006
I'm getting pretty sick of those people saying that there is no chemistry between Farrell and Foxx- what do you expect, for them to kiss?? These characters are meant to be professionals who reside within a corrupt, bloody and violent I'm getting pretty sick of those people saying that there is no chemistry between Farrell and Foxx- what do you expect, for them to kiss?? These characters are meant to be professionals who reside within a corrupt, bloody and violent environment. Mann is exploring the conflict in these characters of being in such an environment and having to supress their emotion. As a result Crockett and Tubbs have to be cold hearted. The fact that there are so many sex scenes? Perhaps to show that real love cannot exist within these surroundings. Miami Vice is not supposed to be 'glamourous' or 'rewarding'. Mann should be praised at not conforming to 'Hollywood' style 'wrappings'. The characters are meant to be distanced from the viewer. This is perhaps why we struggle to understand the dialogue and the speech. Mann does not want the middle class viewer to say to themselves--'oh I can connect with these characters, now I understand what this kind of life is all about' and then switch off the Tv or leave the cinema to return to milk and cookies and a warm bed. Crockett and Tubbs are meant to be difficult. People complain that there is essentially no story, which is absolutely dim-witted. The story is at its basic level a drugs bust. There thats it: what more do you want, aliens? The Lock Ness monster? A talking square of sponge? This film is searching for a gritty realism and that means no resolved endings or reformed charcaters, no closure or final resolutions which the viewer can be 'satisfied' that everything has fallen into place. The title only comes up at the end because nothing has changed: there will always be guns, drugs and killings. There will always be vice, and no Crockett or Tubbs can change this.… Expand
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AnthonyV.Jul 28, 2006
This was a grat action filled movie. I was on my seat every minute.
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KevinD.Jul 28, 2006
Very classy and well-told with reverence to the original/Great, realistic action and lucid, neon cinematography.
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JeffN.Jul 29, 2006
The way this film is shot, edited and scored, the actors and the words coming out of the their mouths almost don't matter. This is a beautiful, beautiful action movie with real thrills in the action scenes and envious fast cars, boats The way this film is shot, edited and scored, the actors and the words coming out of the their mouths almost don't matter. This is a beautiful, beautiful action movie with real thrills in the action scenes and envious fast cars, boats and women. A real fun ride for a summer night.… Expand
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AlexG.Jul 30, 2006
After sitting through "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest," this was a blessing in a sense. Easy to follow story line (Unlike Pirates which the most ill-contrived piece of pure crap for a script). Kilo's of Coc, big guns, After sitting through "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest," this was a blessing in a sense. Easy to follow story line (Unlike Pirates which the most ill-contrived piece of pure crap for a script). Kilo's of Coc, big guns, bad guys, love interests, etc... But their were a few of those moments that you just loved about movies. When people in the theater let out, all together, "ohhh D*mnnnn." It has a enough well composed action sequences to make me reccomend it. Go to the theater and see it. Or Rent, don't buy.… Expand
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TerryD.Jul 31, 2006
Hyper-realistic, chilling, scary movie about REALLY bad drug dealer types and the people fighting them. If your a fan of Michael Mann (I am) you will love his signature look and pacing - its better than ever. The drama and action are Hyper-realistic, chilling, scary movie about REALLY bad drug dealer types and the people fighting them. If your a fan of Michael Mann (I am) you will love his signature look and pacing - its better than ever. The drama and action are first-rate. The only reason I didn't give Miami Vice a 10 is because the film was a bit long - there a few scenes that could have be trimmed back.… Expand
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DaveK.Jul 30, 2006
Excellent movie by michael mann. not his best, but still very well made. you arent spoonfed everything word for word. you actually have to pay attention, and that is rare nowadays.
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BenS.Aug 1, 2006
Fun and exciting! Michael Mann is a great visual and stylistic director. Engaging action sequences.
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TomC.Aug 17, 2006
It's a solid,sexy, shooty movie full of grit, speed, damaged people and real drama. It's no classic, but it's rather better than the name might leadmyou to expect.
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BAug 1, 2006
Quite possibly the best action movie...the Bad Boys Antithesis. well done.
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JeremyW.Aug 2, 2006
I have read a lot of complaints about this movie and I only have 1 thing to say: "this is not Bad Boys 2 with a gunfight, car chase, and/or explosion every 5-10 minutes!". True to Mann's style (and the Miami Vice TV show that HE I have read a lot of complaints about this movie and I only have 1 thing to say: "this is not Bad Boys 2 with a gunfight, car chase, and/or explosion every 5-10 minutes!". True to Mann's style (and the Miami Vice TV show that HE PRODUCED) much of the movie is setting-up each character's individual path. SO when all of the different characters' paths finally meet, there is conflict (example being Heat: you see Deniro's path and Pacino's path and ultimately you know at some point these 2 paths have to meet and it will be very bad for 1 of them). Definitely 1 of the better movies I saw this Summer!… Expand
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A.BlankenshipAug 2, 2006
Michael Mann does well with mysterious characters in simple plots, so there is a lot left to mull over after the credits roll in Miami Vice. As usual for Mann, the visual complexity of the film matches and enhances that of the story--the Michael Mann does well with mysterious characters in simple plots, so there is a lot left to mull over after the credits roll in Miami Vice. As usual for Mann, the visual complexity of the film matches and enhances that of the story--the story of those choices people must make while clamped in the vice of a dark, uncertain world. I found myself very involved with the characters, whether in disgust and terror or admiration and sympathy, and I really, really enjoyed this film.… Expand
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WayneA.Aug 2, 2006
Little jumpy to follow, but good fun.
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BradB.Aug 2, 2006
The name Miami Vice it the only thing that hurts the movie. A realistic action movie that is fairly dark. Its a little hard to follow in the beginning, but the camera work is amazing.
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HenryW.Aug 4, 2006
I wasn't expecting as much as I got. At best it's an exhilarating, compassionate study of the fragility of masculine ideals; at worst it reminds you what made Heat so good.
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AaronB.Aug 4, 2006
I had the pleasure of seeing "Miami Vice" last evening, and I have to say that it was quite good. It was not exactly perfect, but I felt that it was well directed, and possessed just enough action and just enough story to keep things I had the pleasure of seeing "Miami Vice" last evening, and I have to say that it was quite good. It was not exactly perfect, but I felt that it was well directed, and possessed just enough action and just enough story to keep things interesting and to keep the movie from becoming a big dumb action flick. Not to say that big dumb action flicks are always unwanted, it's just that it is nice to see a remake of a hit T.V. series not take the easy way out and, instead, develop an almost great plot with subperb characters. All in all, the movie deserves a look from those of you who enjoy an action movie with brains.… Expand
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SteveK.Aug 4, 2006
Unlike the TV series, don't expect a light, hip, pastel colored movie. This movie is very dark with superb cinematography and style typical of Michael Mann. Not a lot of action, but when it comes, it's memorable. Colin Farell is Unlike the TV series, don't expect a light, hip, pastel colored movie. This movie is very dark with superb cinematography and style typical of Michael Mann. Not a lot of action, but when it comes, it's memorable. Colin Farell is surprisingly good, while the Tubbs' role is not developed enough to give Jamie Foxx a chance to shine. Very good supporting characters and acting.… Expand
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SteveR.Aug 5, 2006
This was a classic Micheal Mann vehicle...tight, beautifully filmed, alpha male dialogue, and with his underapprecaited penchant for believable romance. With the exception of Farrell's somewhat one dimensional speech pattern (sounding This was a classic Micheal Mann vehicle...tight, beautifully filmed, alpha male dialogue, and with his underapprecaited penchant for believable romance. With the exception of Farrell's somewhat one dimensional speech pattern (sounding to me as crisp and monosyllabic as the famous "da Bears" crew from Saturday NIght Live - compelete with one of their porn mustaches) but theer is no denying his movie star charsima and the heat with soon to be superstar Gong Li an out and out pure mega-talent. I just kept thinking how something/someone like Val Kilmer's Heat performance would have been so much stronger than Farrell. Foxx and the rest play their Mann thing perfectly. It was a movie that always kept things in the beliveable realm and just another gem in an amazing carreer. Mann is the best out their today. Hey wouldn't it be fun to see Mann and Tarrentino lock up for the ultimate testosterone movie...let's say, Mann write for the cops ...Tarrantino writes the bad guys' dialogue. Mann directs the night scenes and Tarrantino takes the day... and we just go along for the ultimate guy's ride.… Expand
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DanB.Aug 5, 2006
I liked it less than Heat and Collateral, but I still quite liked it. Visually is was really strong, and interesting. It just did not look like a Hollywood movie at all. I thought the acting was fine but yeah, there was a lack of chemistry I liked it less than Heat and Collateral, but I still quite liked it. Visually is was really strong, and interesting. It just did not look like a Hollywood movie at all. I thought the acting was fine but yeah, there was a lack of chemistry between Farrell and Gong Li. By the way, to the person bellow who said he looked bloated n' all that -- dude broke a rib and herniated two discs preparing for this movie, so that might be why he didn't get nekked. I think, for a movie that was 2.5 hours long, it could've given us a bit more about the characters. I'm too young to know a thing about the TV series and couldn't care less about it. So, as far as I know, these two guys were just walking cliches. Which was okay, cos the movie was very well done, stylish. Oh, also: the bad guys here are awesome. The younger guy is hilarious, tho he is not really overly comedic. And the head honcho was really, reeeeally menacing, in a way movie drug kingpins aren't usually, even though they're supposed to be. Lastly, it seems a lot of people just donlt like Collin Farrel. I keep hearing randomly people with no association to one another come out and say they simply do not like him. Personally I don't mind him, and, I loved his bad hair and mustache. Somehow it just fit the character.… Expand
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ChadS.Aug 8, 2006
Why not let the guy with an Oscar on his resume do the heavy lifting? Jamie Foxx is given so little to do, he might as well be Phillip Michael Thomas. Colin Farrell(in his best screen performance) does an admirable job of looking conflicted, Why not let the guy with an Oscar on his resume do the heavy lifting? Jamie Foxx is given so little to do, he might as well be Phillip Michael Thomas. Colin Farrell(in his best screen performance) does an admirable job of looking conflicted, but something tells me Foxx would've elevated "Miami Vice" from the merely atmospheric and into something akin to rousing. In the Phonetic Olympics of 2006, Gong Li edges out Audrey Tautou for the gold.… Expand
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ToshSep 1, 2006
I didn't have good expectations about this movie... and yes, I do agree that the first half of it was a bit boring, but after that it became really interesting. what made me the worst impression was the awful editing. However, as a I didn't have good expectations about this movie... and yes, I do agree that the first half of it was a bit boring, but after that it became really interesting. what made me the worst impression was the awful editing. However, as a whole I enjoyed the movie lot.… Expand
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ValerioS.Oct 10, 2006
Stunning visual achievement!
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WillJ.Dec 26, 2006
I can understand why people don't like, cliched story, paper characters and the worst cinematic romance since, um ever, but you have to admit it is tense, well paced and exciting. It was the best movie of the summer.
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BrandonH.Dec 5, 2006
Let me first start off by saying that if you didn't like Miami Vice, that was a personal decision to ignore the beauty and SUBTEXT that the film shows us. It's NOT meant to be an action movie, it is rather, something of beauty. Let me first start off by saying that if you didn't like Miami Vice, that was a personal decision to ignore the beauty and SUBTEXT that the film shows us. It's NOT meant to be an action movie, it is rather, something of beauty. It's life as shown through the eyes of a MORE than competent director (Michael Mann), and the life is that of those people forced to not live the normal lives of the viewer watching the movie. Colin Farrell is our main character, he is our driving force, and his little expressions and quips and behaviors hark back to the acting shown in Heat (nobody complained about Pacino, but Farrell must be bleak). It's not a direct throwback, or that at all, it's just Mann showing us that those people presented to us are just as human as us. He is confused, and he falls in love just as quickly as anyone who never gets to hold onto it long (his line of work). Gong Li is amazing in her role, a woman in the same type of situation as Farrell, and the love the show on screen is pure and honest. Let it be known, this movie is comparable to The New World, and if you didn't like that, then maybe you won't like this. I, on the other hand, loved both, and this movie was more than intriguing. Best picture of the year, hands down.… Expand
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JabezM.Dec 9, 2006
This movie looks great and has some interesting actions scenes. I didn't buy the love interest and the ending is preposterous. I wasn't a fan of the TV show, but overall, the movie is good, not great or even very good.
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MatthewB.Jul 28, 2006
Miami Vice is a stylistic, cinematic experience that one should not miss. The film, like the TV series upon which it is based (as well as Michael Mann
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GerronK.Jul 28, 2006
"Miami Vice" is a stylish, intense movie, that works fully as a dramatic, action piece. I loved it and it is one of the best summer movies of 2006.
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RyanJul 29, 2006
I thought it was excellent. Great atmosphere and realism. Doesn't follow the typical hollywood formula for action movies, which is a good thing! not everyone will like this film though, but this is gritty and visceral entertainment that I thought it was excellent. Great atmosphere and realism. Doesn't follow the typical hollywood formula for action movies, which is a good thing! not everyone will like this film though, but this is gritty and visceral entertainment that makes you wonder how dangerous working undercover really is!!… Expand
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BrettL.Jul 31, 2006
By far the best studio-made movie this year!
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TechB.Jul 31, 2006
one heck of a fast paced glitzy gripping intense action movie.
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UlfM.Jul 31, 2006
I consider it a courageous and necessary decision to give this movie it's own identity and not just repackage everything the TV show had to offer. The basic theme of being torn between moral identity and the temptations of money, power I consider it a courageous and necessary decision to give this movie it's own identity and not just repackage everything the TV show had to offer. The basic theme of being torn between moral identity and the temptations of money, power and lifestyle is still the spine of the story. The HD cinematography gives it a breathtakingly real appearance.… Expand
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HarryP.Jul 31, 2006
I don't understand what all the grumbling is about with this movie. It was tightly plotted, well crafted, filmed magnificently and avoided completely all the schlock associated with the original TV series. This was supposed to be a I don't understand what all the grumbling is about with this movie. It was tightly plotted, well crafted, filmed magnificently and avoided completely all the schlock associated with the original TV series. This was supposed to be a loose adaptation of the TV series, not some cheap paint by numbers retread. Its originality, cinematography and tension (especially during the last 45 minutes or so) make this a welcome addition to the Mann canon - I would only put Thief, Heat and the totally underrated The Insider higher on the list.… Expand
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TonydannieJul 31, 2006
It has the look and feel that i expect from a Michael Mann Film. Along with great dialogue and great music. It stands up there with Collateral and Heat.
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NickJul 31, 2006
I liked it... Granted I was in the right mood. I wasn't expecting the movie to change my life, I wanted a decent story with some decent action and cool cinematography... got it all.
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JoshuaS.Aug 11, 2006
Like Mann doing Malick doing Mann. Even the movies percieved "slightness" is a strength. It never drops to the "look at us" pomp of "Heat" and knows better than to dip into politics. The pace is invigorating and the acting is fab. It's Like Mann doing Malick doing Mann. Even the movies percieved "slightness" is a strength. It never drops to the "look at us" pomp of "Heat" and knows better than to dip into politics. The pace is invigorating and the acting is fab. It's the kind of movie who's very flaws should prove beloved by its fans over time. Miss out at your own loss suckas.… Expand
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JohnT.Aug 13, 2006
Michael Mann is one, if not my favorite, director. His insight into what makes great scenery and mood is unequalled. Don't fault him with bad chemistry between actors. Sometimes you just can't get what you want out of your cast. Michael Mann is one, if not my favorite, director. His insight into what makes great scenery and mood is unequalled. Don't fault him with bad chemistry between actors. Sometimes you just can't get what you want out of your cast. His actions scenes are second to no one at all. The impact of bullets on metal, the realistic percussion of the firearms, and the scenery is perfect. The plot is weak and the actors just dont mesh. See Collateral and watch how the boring Tom Cruise is made interesting. Jamie Fox makes a better blundering cab driver than Tubbs any time. The casting was a mistake, which affected the plot. Go see this in the theater with accurate expectations. The plot will be weak, the actors will be poorly cast, but the action will be fenominal, even though spaced out. The music is great (I'm going to cuss out Itunes for leaving Audioslave out of the soundtrack. Anyone know where to get these new Audioslave songs?). Taking a speedboat to Cuba on a whim is a brilliant plot feature. Doesn't anyone wonder why Jan Hammer did not want to do the score or why James Olmos turned down a part? If I heard Jaime Fox and Colin Ferrel, I would have puked too! Not for this movie! Which is what I said when I saw the first preview online. I was cussing the casting. Make no mistake. Mann is an artist. He has great insite and soul. Jaime Fox! Come on Mann!!!??? It would have been better to find no name actors like they did for the original series… Expand
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FramescourerAug 14, 2006
So cool, I almost started laughing in the theatre at how much I wanted to be a Florida Narc. There's very little character analysis - pathologies get played out on the surface with fast vehicles, girls and guns. James Bond is a wuss
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MikeT.Aug 2, 2006
This movie rocks & is one of the best this summer for action! If you liked the old 80's series, you will like this.
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SonyboyAug 2, 2006
If you are a fan of Michael Mann & Gong Li, go see this movie. It is way better than wasting your money on other summer movies that will disappoint you. Fast action, guns & hot salsa dancing.
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AlecB.Aug 30, 2006
coolest action movie of the summer so far.
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JonB.Jan 11, 2007
Accusations of style over substance may be levelled here, but does that not hark back to the series? Style fairly oozes out of every pore here, Farrell and Foxx pose and posture with gusto, and Mann paints each scene with the brush of an Accusations of style over substance may be levelled here, but does that not hark back to the series? Style fairly oozes out of every pore here, Farrell and Foxx pose and posture with gusto, and Mann paints each scene with the brush of an artist, using enough vibrant images to paper over the odd plot hole here and there. A gourmet visual feast, but not a lot more.… Expand
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SteveJan 15, 2007
Michael Mann can make any screenplay look cool and Miami Vice is no exception! The HD camera will change the cinema experience.
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JeffM.Jul 27, 2007
Seemed more like a film version of Mann's "Robbery Homicide Division" than the TV show of the title. Actually, this would have made a good 2 hour pilot for a series. As it is, it's stylish and smart, but people paying to see this Seemed more like a film version of Mann's "Robbery Homicide Division" than the TV show of the title. Actually, this would have made a good 2 hour pilot for a series. As it is, it's stylish and smart, but people paying to see this film seemed to be expecting an action movie, which it mostly is not.… Expand
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AdamL.May 11, 2008
This movie is great if you have come looking for a movie that is BASED ON the miami drug trade, where cops actually behave as cops are meant to then you have walked into the right movie. if you are looking to see cops shooting stuff find a This movie is great if you have come looking for a movie that is BASED ON the miami drug trade, where cops actually behave as cops are meant to then you have walked into the right movie. if you are looking to see cops shooting stuff find a different movie becuase you will just come out dissapointed. The only problem i had with this movie is that the characters mumble a lot which can make it difficult to follow - watch with subtitles.… Expand
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GiovanniOct 16, 2006
Masterpiece!
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R.G.Jul 28, 2006
Sweet movie, captures miami in a beautiful documentary style. really wished it was louder, perfect minimal chemistry between farrel and foxx. gong li is a great actress but her english lets her down in a couple of parts. mann is in top form Sweet movie, captures miami in a beautiful documentary style. really wished it was louder, perfect minimal chemistry between farrel and foxx. gong li is a great actress but her english lets her down in a couple of parts. mann is in top form with his direction in a nearly perfect cast. thought it will be like all the other summer movies but prob the best i have seen. great action scenes, good build up.… Expand
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DroogJul 28, 2006
I can honestly say I've never seen an action movie quite like Miami Vice. It avoids the cliches of most Hollywood buddy cop films -- disjointed dialogue that serves as plot summary, partners screaming into each other's faces, I can honestly say I've never seen an action movie quite like Miami Vice. It avoids the cliches of most Hollywood buddy cop films -- disjointed dialogue that serves as plot summary, partners screaming into each other's faces, villains dangling off helicoptors, etc. -- and instead delivers a raw, visceral movie oozing with style. There is no neat, little plot wrapped in a red bow for the audience; Miami Vice's storyline is byzantine and complex, breathlessly following tangent upon tangent while refusing to fully explain itself. Some may find this frustrating. I actually find it refreshing. This movie, like life, doesn't follow a straight line. Michael Mann supplements the film's realism with grainy camera shots, unflinching narc-dialogue, and entire scenes that unfold through silence and a stare. This is one of those rare movies where more is said through silence than in words, and rarer still that it comes in an action film. And come to think of it there isn't as much action as buildup and suspense. When the action does come though, it's absolutely explosive. The final 40 minutes or so is riveting stuff, with gunshots popping and and blood spattering the camera. Once again Mann's cinemetography brings you right into the heart of the action. All this said, Miami Vice is not a perfect movie. There are some cheesy scenes sprinkled here and there, and the film moves so fast that it's hard to develop a genuine connection with either Sonny or Tubbs, let alone any else. But overall any deficiences are more than compensated by the moody cinematography, understated performances, and original angle of this film.… Expand
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HughJul 28, 2006
Not everyone's cup of tea, but for me the combination of style and genre was terrific.
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PhilS.Jul 29, 2006
Great commando-type gunfight realism; nice dark, vice feel; delivered what I wanted.
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AramisG.Jul 31, 2006
Sorry haters, I really liked it. I live in Miami, so anytime I get to take a speed boat to Cuba or visit a mansion overlooking a waterfall, it's an interesting time. Just like the TV show you are going to have to let go a little to Sorry haters, I really liked it. I live in Miami, so anytime I get to take a speed boat to Cuba or visit a mansion overlooking a waterfall, it's an interesting time. Just like the TV show you are going to have to let go a little to enjoy it. You might need to brush up a little on your Miami Vice back story because Mann doesn't waste time filling in the back story.… Expand
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PatC.Aug 15, 2006
As a crime and international espionage flick there is not much new here in the way of plot or gimmicks, but the film is undeniably compelling in the atmosphere it creates. We are carried deep into the doubts and fears of the characters way As a crime and international espionage flick there is not much new here in the way of plot or gimmicks, but the film is undeniably compelling in the atmosphere it creates. We are carried deep into the doubts and fears of the characters way beyond what a James Bond movie delivers, with the mood enhanced by the music and ambivalent tropical climate. This is an average story told in an unusually powerful way. Michael Mann delivers!… Expand
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JohanSep 19, 2006
The past couple of months I have been getting really tired of the typical Hollywood blockbusters that have been flooding cinemas. These new movies provide no intellectual stimulus and try to win you over with extreme special effects. This The past couple of months I have been getting really tired of the typical Hollywood blockbusters that have been flooding cinemas. These new movies provide no intellectual stimulus and try to win you over with extreme special effects. This movie on the other hand brings much needed relief. It was awesome. I found it to be engrossing and very finely crafted and detailed. You actually have to concentrate to follow the story and the production was great. Things like the grainer film being used in more intense moments, sounds and camera angles sometimes being more documentary like than movie like all add to the experience. Definitely worthwhile!!… Expand
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DenisC.Nov 26, 2006
A slow burning effort, actually improves on the second viewing. Kudos to Michael Mann for doing something different, on this evidence he is still one of the best directors in movies today.
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PalpMay 25, 2012
From a narrative perspective, Miami Vice is average to below average. From a technical perspective, the film is perfection. The cinematography and action set pieces in this film are incredible, and shot with a style that only Michael MannFrom a narrative perspective, Miami Vice is average to below average. From a technical perspective, the film is perfection. The cinematography and action set pieces in this film are incredible, and shot with a style that only Michael Mann has. This isn't a movie for the mainstream audience, nor is it a straight-up action film as it was marketed. The story isn't quick in its pace or particularly compelling, but coming from someone who enjoys Michael Mann films because of the way he films, I loved this movie.… Expand
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SpangleMay 20, 2015
Sleek, stylish, and sexy, Miami Vice is everything the film should be. The film is gorgeously shot as anticipated because Michael Mann knows how to make some stylish thrillers and this one is no exception. In addition, Colin Farrell and JamieSleek, stylish, and sexy, Miami Vice is everything the film should be. The film is gorgeously shot as anticipated because Michael Mann knows how to make some stylish thrillers and this one is no exception. In addition, Colin Farrell and Jamie Foxx both do quite well in the lead roles and really have great chemistry as a duo. As with all actiony type films, it requires some leap of faith, a leap I am willing to take here as it never gets too outlandish. Sure, you can criticize all of the moving parts here and claim a lot of it to be untrue and far-fetched, but to me, it tried to keep an air of realism throughout. It never went too outlandish and unbelievable. I never saw the TV series, yet I managed to enjoy this one a good bit and it was really all I was hoping for. An entertaining, stylish, action crime thriller directed by the ever masterful Michael Mann. I am not necessarily surprised to see that this one is divisive amongst critics between those who love it and those who hate it, but to me, where this one won me over is simply in the style. As I said, it is all too sleek. It's really eye candy in movie form.… Expand
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MontoyaJun 14, 2014
M. Mann's movies are not suited for everyone and this one proves it. Dark atmosphere, lack of humor and general seriousness are showing not only Miami behind the scenes but also hardship of PD in drug wars.
Many people are not satisfied withM. Mann's movies are not suited for everyone and this one proves it. Dark atmosphere, lack of humor and general seriousness are showing not only Miami behind the scenes but also hardship of PD in drug wars.
Many people are not satisfied with Collin and Jamie as Sonny and Rico, for their characters have little or none resemblance to original show, but i couldn't care less. Sonny and Rico are cool and smooth in this flick but also serious because situation ask for it. People are dying, cartel is going for their friends so there is noting to be funny about. Action scenes in this movie are most realistic that i' ve seen on big screen except Tropa de Elite. That alone said, if you like Bad Boys or Expendables and you expecting something like those movies, this one isn't for you.
Locations are great, from Cuba to Miami to Columbia and Haiti. Soundtrack is best, totally suited the movie and scenes.
Downside to this movie is un development of the characters, especially Sonny and Rico but acting of whole cast makes up for it, with akcent on Gong LI and Luis Tosar.
To sum it up : This movie is not for everyone and it's not trying to be. Mann knows what he want 's and delivers it, like it or not. Just like Sonny and Rico.… Expand
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