Miami Vice

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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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CiaranG.Jan 4, 2007

This was such an awful film. I could barely make sense of the plot. It was such a drag and was so boring and so stupid. There were a few cool or interesting bits but there were so many annoyances about this film - for example why were many This was such an awful film. I could barely make sense of the plot. It was such a drag and was so boring and so stupid. There were a few cool or interesting bits but there were so many annoyances about this film - for example why were many of the scenes shot by shaky amateur cameramen?? Was the film shot by 12 year olds using camcorders? And the gun fights were terrible. It seemed like the characters in the film had unlimited ammo, and that they weren't aiming for the enemies. Gunfight scenes had characters shooting in random directions without stopping. They pointed their guns at each other and shot, but nothing happened. This was like a video game where the 'boss' had lots of 'life'. Intense action? No, just crappines.… Expand

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DaleW.Jan 4, 2007

Way too long to tell such a short story. In a word, boring. No match for the TV series, with regard to acting or the songs. Piece of crap!

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JoeB.Apr 8, 2007

If the "Confucius inspired" screenplay doesn't make you want to shoot yourself, the narcoleptic snails pace of the majority of scenes in this movie ought to do the trick. Upon completion, I couldn't help but feel mugged of the 146 If the "Confucius inspired" screenplay doesn't make you want to shoot yourself, the narcoleptic snails pace of the majority of scenes in this movie ought to do the trick. Upon completion, I couldn't help but feel mugged of the 146 minutes of my life that were taken from me by this pretentious piece of crap.… Expand

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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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JohnF.Jun 27, 2008

This is one of the most ass movies ive ever seen. I left 45 minutes into the movie after falling asleep 15 minutes into it. The plot is so confusing and bad, I havent seen anything this bad since The Hulk. Dont watch this movie ever

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GiovanniOct 16, 2006

Masterpiece!

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SimoneG.Dec 12, 2006

I think the movie was boring and the love scenes were weak and could have been taken out. The movie was long and drawn ou.t

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JesseJ.Dec 18, 2006

I bought this movie without even seeing it. I am a huge fan of the original series. This Directors cut to me fell far short of the mark. First and foremost (The music) Does anyone remember the cool music during the action and love sceen I bought this movie without even seeing it. I am a huge fan of the original series. This Directors cut to me fell far short of the mark. First and foremost (The music) Does anyone remember the cool music during the action and love sceen sequences in the original series. In this movie I could barely hear any music. Did someone turn down the volume?????????? My god, the end credits there was no music at all. Every movie has music at the end, NOT THIS ONE!! Was Michael Mann afraid of critics calling it "Un original" the same as the 80's?? Was he tring so hard not to repeat the formula?? I think he succeeded. I think I got ripped.… Expand

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JayS,Dec 19, 2006

Very dissappointing! Poor casting and acting was at times awful. Never heard lines delivered so poorly. Love scenes have absolutely zero chemistry and painful to watch. It was lifeless.

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AndrewF.Jul 28, 2006

Poor acting, weak and unrealized story, and plenty of fluff makes Miami Vice a painful movie viewing experience.

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AlexM.Jul 28, 2006

Went to see it and it was OK. 'Heat', Mann's other thriller was much better and I know why: Pacino, DeNiro and Val Kilmer. Farrell and Foxx are lightweights as actors, totally overrated with zero chemistry. This movie had Went to see it and it was OK. 'Heat', Mann's other thriller was much better and I know why: Pacino, DeNiro and Val Kilmer. Farrell and Foxx are lightweights as actors, totally overrated with zero chemistry. This movie had nothing in common with the series and it it doesn't want anything to do with it either. The filming/scenes are awesome and the sound was great. The bad guys do a good job. Gong Li, hard to understand... Overall it's pretty good, I think with a good DVD sound system it would be a great rental.… Expand

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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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NateW.Jul 31, 2006

The action scenes were good and the movie would have been at least entertaining if there were more of them but it seems as if there was some confusion what the aim of the movie was supposed to be. It's difficult to be moved by the The action scenes were good and the movie would have been at least entertaining if there were more of them but it seems as if there was some confusion what the aim of the movie was supposed to be. It's difficult to be moved by the tragedies of a character I haven't been given a reason to care about him or her.… 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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ShamilB.Aug 17, 2006

not worth the ticket. wait for it to come on DVD. Rent it if you have nothing better to do.

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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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BrianMDec 15, 2007

This film is just a boring piece of crap. If you're going to make a cop movie, then make a good cop movie. This film was completely uninvolving and boring with no character development. It's just a crappy movie with Colin Farrel This film is just a boring piece of crap. If you're going to make a cop movie, then make a good cop movie. This film was completely uninvolving and boring with no character development. It's just a crappy movie with Colin Farrel and Jamie Foxx holding guns and trying to look cool.… Expand

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JoeD.Dec 2, 2007

It was a boring piece of dump. plain and simple. i felt completely unconnected to the characters at all. I could care less if the goods guys came out on top or not because they had no personality what so ever.

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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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TyranianDec 10, 2019

Not Michael Mann's best film by a long way but still has his characteristic stylishness and cool music.

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CooterPatooterMar 3, 2012

Are you kidding me? You remake Miami Vice and play it totally straight??? There's not a single moment of wink-at-the-camera humor, no recognizable references to the TV show (besides their names), no cameos... nothing! All you end up withAre you kidding me? You remake Miami Vice and play it totally straight??? There's not a single moment of wink-at-the-camera humor, no recognizable references to the TV show (besides their names), no cameos... nothing! All you end up with is a listless, uninspired snooze-fest featuring some of the grainiest picture quality I've seen since the last time I watched an extended-play VHS tape. Atrocious handheld work makes the frame shake violently even during slow dialogue scenes, which is about 95% of this film. Michael Mann has always taken as much time as he wants to tell his stories, but at 134 minutes, Miami Vice is a bloated, boring, sleep-inducing nightmare that is nothing like Miami Vice I love... or the Michael Mann I love for that matter. Good grief!!!… 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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Compi24Feb 18, 2015

Soulless lead characters and an absolutely mind-numbing second act squelch any chance that "Miami Vice" has in convincing the audience to buy its gritty, updated interpretation of the classic TV saga.

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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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timoneApr 23, 2019

There is never been a movie that I didn't like in many years probably because they got bad reviews and I'm probably one of those people and sometimes I'm not and that is why Miami Vice is the one that interests me and got me bored to deathThere is never been a movie that I didn't like in many years probably because they got bad reviews and I'm probably one of those people and sometimes I'm not and that is why Miami Vice is the one that interests me and got me bored to death already. The film by Michael Mann is based on the TV series starring Don Johnson and Philip Michael Thomas and I haven't seen the show by yet but I am planning to. Heard about it has some kick-ass tunes. Colin Farrell and Jamie Foxx are both Sonny Crockett and Rico Tubbs but they don't have the charisma to the characters like the original show has. They're boring as hell. I really don't have the treatment as I did with the other films by Michael Mann. Even the cinematography is not as good as I expected. I keep expecting to hear a Godley & Creme song at the end of this movie. I did not enjoy Miami Vice, didn't like it, didn't enjoy it, planning on watching the TV series which is based on, you make me wanna yawn.… Expand

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BroyaxDec 1, 2018

En général et en particulier, quand une série est adaptée au cinéma, ça se solde par une catastrophe et les exemples sont légion à cet égard. Aussi se demande-t-on pourquoi diable on adapterait cette série fatiguenaze des années 80 "DeuxEn général et en particulier, quand une série est adaptée au cinéma, ça se solde par une catastrophe et les exemples sont légion à cet égard. Aussi se demande-t-on pourquoi diable on adapterait cette série fatiguenaze des années 80 "Deux flics à Miami" pour le grand écran si ce n'est par opportunisme bassement mercantile ?

Pourtant, malgré un Colin Farrell des mauvais jours (c'est-à-dire à l'ouest) et un Jamie Foxx dans son élément habituel (c'est-à-dire nul à chier des briques) le film "Miami Vice" est tout-à-fait regardable, ce qui constitue déjà une sacrée surprise...

En effet, on ne s'ennuie pas un instant dès lors que nos deux super-flics décident d'infiltrer les trafiquants de dope, très méchants et très méfiants. Ils roulent des mécaniques (comme dans la série) avec la Ferrari, conduisent des avions, des bateaux et ramènent toujours leur grande gueule et de ce côté, on est pas surpris (comme dans la série).

On est davantage surpris par quelque notable franchissement de ligne jaune et franchement je leur collerai les boeuf-carottes au cul illico presto ! Evidemment la très belle et très élégante Gong Li apporte du glamour à cette pseudo-histoire qui aurait mérité un bien meilleur développement, surtout à la fin... voilà une opportunité manquée de hisser un tant soit peu le niveau mais le film reste désespérément au ras des pâquerettes.

La réalisation est dans l'ensemble correcte malgré une utilisation regrettable de caméras à l'épaule, ainsi qu'une musique de merde. On a donc une sorte de gros épisode avec des moyens, beaucoup moins emmerdant que la série originale avec les deux autres caves mais pas de quoi fanfaronner non plus.… Expand

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FrenziedPandaH2Jul 9, 2017

Jamie Foxx is a Rapper... ..... Policial Cliché, action comes only when the weapons come...
Predictable, but nostalgic

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sitebenderMar 26, 2019

I don't know what to rate a movie that I can't even stand watching. Miami Vice was just dull, darkly lit with a lot going on without explanation. Maybe that's how the show was, but this was a struggle.

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NickTheCritickAug 27, 2022

One of those movies that Michael Mann's filmography simply didn't need. A remake of the TV series that feels an other movie full of realistic action but that just says nothing new and add nothing to action crimes.

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