Uncut Gems
A24 | Release Date: December 13, 2019
7.2
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ravensdayOct 8, 2020
Very painful and unenjoyable to watch - couldnt make it to the end and stopped after watching maybe 75%. I don't need to watch an obvious trainwreck - maybe if there was some suspense and it started more positive I would be more attached toVery painful and unenjoyable to watch - couldnt make it to the end and stopped after watching maybe 75%. I don't need to watch an obvious trainwreck - maybe if there was some suspense and it started more positive I would be more attached to the character. But I'm not going to feel sorry for a POS.… Expand
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wjhbrookOct 9, 2020
I rarely take the trouble to post reviews here, but this film was SO BAD that I had to say so. Neither my wife nor me could see any redeeming value at all in the endlessly obnoxious, yelling of Sandler's hideous character. For the first timeI rarely take the trouble to post reviews here, but this film was SO BAD that I had to say so. Neither my wife nor me could see any redeeming value at all in the endlessly obnoxious, yelling of Sandler's hideous character. For the first time I can remember, we looked at each other about 60% through and agreed, "Enough of this garbage." Can't understand at all the praise for it. Not a single character was the slightest bit likable nor did the plot matter at all. So many good films to spend one's precious time with; this ain't one of them by any measure.… Expand
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sunburn74Jun 20, 2020
I thought this movie was trash. No likable characters. Chaotic plot with characters who deserve everything that comes to them. Takes 2 hours to really go anywhere and ends in a meaningless fashion. Honestly one of the worst movies I've everI thought this movie was trash. No likable characters. Chaotic plot with characters who deserve everything that comes to them. Takes 2 hours to really go anywhere and ends in a meaningless fashion. Honestly one of the worst movies I've ever seen and I wish I never spent the time or money.… Expand
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carmineraApr 14, 2020
Ok, more than two hours spent watching a movie without content, story, message or whatever a decent movie is supposed to have. Good Adam Sandler but I would never recomend this movie to anyone.
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orosznyetMay 31, 2020
I physically feel sick after this movie. The absurd amount of yelling, unpleasant characters, and the "talking over each other" mentality was so bad that I felt like I was watching multiple garbage movies simultaneously. Usually, when I don'tI physically feel sick after this movie. The absurd amount of yelling, unpleasant characters, and the "talking over each other" mentality was so bad that I felt like I was watching multiple garbage movies simultaneously. Usually, when I don't like a movie I tend to believe that I'm missing something but this time it felt like there is no redeeming explanation.

The worst is that it gets worse and worse with every single scene. And it's not about the pacing, the story (which was pretty thin) or the performance of Adam Sandlers but rather the overall picture. I'm fine with the music but sometimes it goes from the average okay to pretty bad.

I rarely regret spending time on movies (even if it's bad) but this was so utterly annoying and anxiety-inducing (not in a good way) that I wish I've never trusted the score of this movie.… Expand
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mac5Jul 13, 2020
Like most of the negative reviews, I found it irritating with the pacing, music, shouting, arguing and the OTT profanity. It felt like a rollercoaster of constant noise that is painful and you just can’t wait for it to end. It was truly andLike most of the negative reviews, I found it irritating with the pacing, music, shouting, arguing and the OTT profanity. It felt like a rollercoaster of constant noise that is painful and you just can’t wait for it to end. It was truly and utterly awful.… Expand
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KiwiJamesApr 10, 2020
A lot of obnoxious characters all shouting at each other for 2 hours does not make a good movie.
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MoutamineFeb 7, 2020
The worst 2 hours of my life. I feel like my ears have been raped. Its unbelievably annoying from start to finish to have all the damn characters speak at the same time on top of each other. Sandler is yelling the whole time. The hype isThe worst 2 hours of my life. I feel like my ears have been raped. Its unbelievably annoying from start to finish to have all the damn characters speak at the same time on top of each other. Sandler is yelling the whole time. The hype is completely unjustified. This is complete garbage.… Expand
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genuinerealistDec 24, 2019
Don't let the critical lemmings fool you. This is a BAD movie. It has one of the worst soundtracks I have ever heard. Voiceovers were a hallmark of Robert Altman - but this is nothing BUT voiceovers. There isn't a single likeable character,Don't let the critical lemmings fool you. This is a BAD movie. It has one of the worst soundtracks I have ever heard. Voiceovers were a hallmark of Robert Altman - but this is nothing BUT voiceovers. There isn't a single likeable character, or a single positive moment. There are no jokes, or wit, or lightness. The movie is all noise and motion, and devoid of life.… Expand
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BulgarianCriticFeb 20, 2021
This was an incredibly annoying movie to watch. Every scene had this non stop chatter that made it chaotic and very annoying to watch and listen to.Why do I keep wasting time with Adam Sandler Movies
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matisyahuDec 24, 2019
Not going to lie - not sure how this movie got an 89 from the critics. It's an unpleasant movie, as it's pretty hard to cheer for a degenerate gambler who continues to dig himself into bigger holes. Almost plays out like a PSA for gamblersNot going to lie - not sure how this movie got an 89 from the critics. It's an unpleasant movie, as it's pretty hard to cheer for a degenerate gambler who continues to dig himself into bigger holes. Almost plays out like a PSA for gamblers anonymous. Not sure what the hype is with these Safdieh brothers, they have a tendency to rip off elements from Brian De Palma, including over the top synths/ominous music over situations that don't really deserve the degree of tension they're trying to create. The protagonist is such a victim of his own making, however, that you don't really feel much sympathy for him which in turn makes the stakes pretty low. Sandler's dynamic with his stripper mistress felt like a cliché ripoff from a lot of other movies I have seen previously. Spike Lee's, "The 25th Hour" is a much better film with similar themes, yet is much more watchable. There's one scene in particular (no spoiler) where it just oozes of Sandler angling for that GG/Oscar nomination and lacks authenticity in terms of how the film progresses. Kevin Garnett doesn't bring much in terms of humorous dialogue or real acting chops, either. There were very few laughs in my theater, as well. Critics will drink the Safdieh juice and Sandler playing a more serious character, but I predict there will be a gap in terms of how audiences respond.… Expand
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mark7787654Dec 28, 2019
Forgetting who stared or who directed this movie it was Terrible! We got up and left after an hour and fifteen minutes of loud obnoxious yelling, horrible music, filthy language that went on and on. We both gave this film the "worst movieForgetting who stared or who directed this movie it was Terrible! We got up and left after an hour and fifteen minutes of loud obnoxious yelling, horrible music, filthy language that went on and on. We both gave this film the "worst movie of the year" award and we see a lot of movies during a year. Where is the story? There was none. We couldn't find one character in this film that was even remotely likeable. Very SAD film making for sure.… Expand
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AnonymousMouseJan 12, 2020
Not only was the acting filled with zero range & the whole film consisted of all characters
SHOUTING lines....
A good indicator this was going to be delivered a pure piece of crap.... Was the artistic opening scene of a COLONOSCOPY. That toldNot only was the acting filled with zero range & the whole film consisted of all characters
SHOUTING lines....
A good indicator this was going to be delivered a pure piece of crap....
Was the artistic opening scene of a COLONOSCOPY. That told you everything you needed to know. Either Sandler needs to look for better writers with better character development, or he should stick to his forte of comedy.… Expand
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JALACMar 25, 2020
Super wierd and exhausting movie about a huge jerk who looses in the end. And the worse soundtrack in a movie EVER!!! I cannot believe the rating it got!!
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DaflabearDec 26, 2019
It is a waste of celluloid. I cannot believe this is getting some much favorable ink. The ending is absurd, but then again so is this entire mess of a movie. It is completely absurd that this character has a successful business in spite ofIt is a waste of celluloid. I cannot believe this is getting some much favorable ink. The ending is absurd, but then again so is this entire mess of a movie. It is completely absurd that this character has a successful business in spite of his insane gambling habits.… Expand
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waynegirlDec 27, 2019
We have never walked out of a movie before this one. The characters were all annoying, the plot non-existent, and a constant barrage of profanity, all for no reason at all. This isn't a crime thriller, so don't get sucked in. EveryoneWe have never walked out of a movie before this one. The characters were all annoying, the plot non-existent, and a constant barrage of profanity, all for no reason at all. This isn't a crime thriller, so don't get sucked in. Everyone looks bad in this movie so prepare to be offended.… Expand
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pjs623Dec 31, 2019
This movie was horrible. We left the theater after less than an hour. I've seen the word frenetic used in other reviews and that describes this movie to a T. Nothing in the plot grabbed my attention and none of the characters were likableThis movie was horrible. We left the theater after less than an hour. I've seen the word frenetic used in other reviews and that describes this movie to a T. Nothing in the plot grabbed my attention and none of the characters were likable enough for me to care about what was happening. I'm not a prude but the F word being used constantly got very annoying--couldn't the script writer write anything more interesting for the characters to say? Don't waste your money on this!… Expand
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Rising_DoughJan 1, 2020
One note performance, and basically one thematic idea, repeated over and over again. Completely lacking in dark humor, due in part to the fact there were no likable or sympathetic characters. Sandler may be a good actor, but he certainlyOne note performance, and basically one thematic idea, repeated over and over again. Completely lacking in dark humor, due in part to the fact there were no likable or sympathetic characters. Sandler may be a good actor, but he certainly wasn't able to demonstrate it with this character and this direction. If you like watching Adam Sandler frenetically shout for two and a half hours, then this is the movie for you. Just bring ear plugs.… Expand
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stavrosperiApr 5, 2020
38 years old, going to cinema at least 2 times/ month, that's the first movie i ever walked out of the theater. I stormed out to be more precise. 3 minutes in, if i was at home i would triple check i haven't left some youtube video playing in38 years old, going to cinema at least 2 times/ month, that's the first movie i ever walked out of the theater. I stormed out to be more precise. 3 minutes in, if i was at home i would triple check i haven't left some youtube video playing in the background. Adam Sandler yelling all the time trying to copy Pacino, everyone from start to finish talk on top of the others, found impossible to focus on the main dialogue when you hear 3-4 noises on top of them all the time. Swearing, just for the sake of it with no purpose and on top of that noise, there was one of the worst soundtracks ever. Unlikable characters, poor editing, sorry guys this is not cinema, this is pretentious, chaotic in a bad way and downright offensive. The final nail in the coffin of any respect or trust i had on any critics of movies. Unbelievable… Expand
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Jimmy_RinserFeb 4, 2020
Urgh I feel horrible after watching that, what a poor film and a waste of time. Opening title music that lasts the whole film and Adam Sandler shouting for 2 hours.
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FilmreactiviewJan 8, 2020
Unfaltering Tempo Set to Full Blast
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MarkndogsJan 3, 2020
Also sucked in by the overwhelmingly positive critical response only to leave feeling duped, foolish, and bewildered. How could this unrelenting barrage of pointless vitriol pass itself off as redeemable in any form? The story and charactersAlso sucked in by the overwhelmingly positive critical response only to leave feeling duped, foolish, and bewildered. How could this unrelenting barrage of pointless vitriol pass itself off as redeemable in any form? The story and characters were completely undeveloped and it was a horrid portrayal of both black and Jewish culture. A disturbing (for just how bad it was) waste of time and money.… Expand
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RiffrafJan 5, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Nothing good to say about this predictable, not believable, one dimensional overwrought poorly-acted unlikeable story about unlikable characters. I have never walked out of a film before it was over. I’m glad I stayed just so I could see these **** get shot in the face.… Expand
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OmachucaJan 8, 2020
This movie had awful editing. There was not plot. I’d say definitely skip it.
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shoulderoforionDec 17, 2019
Just like the last Safdie brothers movie I tried to watch GOODTIME, I had to turn this off within it's first hour. I don't know if this is a new style of moviemaking but I can't deal with a loud incongruous musical score laying so heavilyJust like the last Safdie brothers movie I tried to watch GOODTIME, I had to turn this off within it's first hour. I don't know if this is a new style of moviemaking but I can't deal with a loud incongruous musical score laying so heavily over loud fast talking/shouting dialogue, it makes my brain crazy. Guess I'm getting old, don't know.… Expand
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OlivierPielDec 27, 2019
Was this movie made by someone on cocaine -I mean aside Sandler-? After 20 min in, I had to pause. Even a kid with acute ADHD would think Sandler needs to calm down. This is insanity...that so many people call this cinema, yet alone give thisWas this movie made by someone on cocaine -I mean aside Sandler-? After 20 min in, I had to pause. Even a kid with acute ADHD would think Sandler needs to calm down. This is insanity...that so many people call this cinema, yet alone give this nonsense a 90 score!… Expand
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TyphoonLouDec 25, 2019
Probably the most STRESSFUL movie for my wife and I to watch in our entire adult life. Poorly written story line filled with constant yelling and swearing. So bad we had to walk out half way through the movie. We love Adam as an actor butProbably the most STRESSFUL movie for my wife and I to watch in our entire adult life. Poorly written story line filled with constant yelling and swearing. So bad we had to walk out half way through the movie. We love Adam as an actor but this movie was too ghetto even for him.… Expand
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GimbuJan 15, 2020
This was Just a lot of caos, drama, and shouting, drawn out for over two hours..In my opinion definitely not Adams best
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dombatFeb 11, 2020
Terrible cross between Crank and Lock Stock and Two Smoking barrels, both of which are a million times better. Literally nothing happens except a load of shouting. There is more suspense waiting in a supermarket queue to see what the billTerrible cross between Crank and Lock Stock and Two Smoking barrels, both of which are a million times better. Literally nothing happens except a load of shouting. There is more suspense waiting in a supermarket queue to see what the bill will be. I knew this would be awful when I saw the "Guardian's" gushing review but had to see for myself. I was proved right. WTF is this rubbish?… Expand
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CatalinApr 9, 2020
total waste of my time. I have stopped this movie after 20 minutes.. nothing to see in this movie beside yelling and lots of noise.
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CMCDec 26, 2019
Very unpleasant movie with Sandler the only attraction. I was with my wife so I laid low but I would have walked out otherwise. The filmmaking is heavy-handed, with really obnoxious aggressive sound. Most of the anxiety that you read in theVery unpleasant movie with Sandler the only attraction. I was with my wife so I laid low but I would have walked out otherwise. The filmmaking is heavy-handed, with really obnoxious aggressive sound. Most of the anxiety that you read in the various User reviews is being strapped into a theater seat while being bombarded with aggressive sound and quick shots. Really, you can miss this one. See the trailer, you will get to enjoy Sandler as much as you can there, and then devote the rest of your 135 minutes to something more edifying.… Expand
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AlphaRebelFeb 7, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Gave it 12 mintues of my life, which is about 10 mins too much.
This movie is a mess, I'm sure there was some point to opening with a colonoscopy unfortunately after 10 mins of being battered with a really incongruous 80's synth theme (odd given the time setting) skilfully mixed by 3 year old they picked up at nursery I had to give up and find something less painful to do like have my toenails pulled out.
I did however double my score just because Adam Sandler was trying to be something other then the gurning moron he has made a career out of.
Maybe I might get to see him do dramatic acting in something good but this isn't it.… Expand
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NorseGodFeb 23, 2020
What a mess. A protagonist I don't care about. Audio that was left a cluttered mess, apparently to increase anxiety. Instead, it made me **** the film off halfway through. When I can't understand the dialogue your "style choice" has become a mistake.
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ML1994Jul 16, 2020
The CIA should use the soundtrack for sleep deprivation torture. Just pointless otherwise.
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GreatMartinJan 3, 2020
I am so glad I saw "Uncut Gems" as my first movie in 2002 for the following reasons:
1) I know I have seen the worst movie I will see this year
2) I know this will be the loudest/nosiest movie this year with A) Most of the actors shoutingI am so glad I saw "Uncut Gems" as my first movie in 2002 for the following reasons:
1) I know I have seen the worst movie I will see this year
2) I know this will be the loudest/nosiest movie this year with A) Most of the actors shouting through 95% of the movie B) It will be the movie with the most curse words C) The soundtrack, whether needed or not, will be one of the loudest D) It will be the most stereotypical movie of the year regarding New Yorkers, Jews and/or Blacks. E) It will be my shortest review of the year! F) It helped me make up my mind to NOT have to go to a movie every Friday and G) I will walk out of a bad movie! Always trying to be positive I am glad to have seen Idina Menzel in a movie even though her role was negligible and being unfamiliar with Julia Fox she did make her second oldest role in movies--the other woman--noticeable. Last, but not least, I will say there is a lot of favorable talk about Adam Sandler's performance but it hasn't changed my mind about his lack of talent!… Expand
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GabrielnLADec 17, 2019
I wanted to see Bombshell, my friend didn't want to watch a movie where Megyn Kelly is a victim, so we went to Uncut Gems instead. "It's supposed to be one of the best movies of the year," my friend said. And sure enough, the reviews areI wanted to see Bombshell, my friend didn't want to watch a movie where Megyn Kelly is a victim, so we went to Uncut Gems instead. "It's supposed to be one of the best movies of the year," my friend said. And sure enough, the reviews are mostly glowing. And yet...I left the theater with a headache when it was over. As a story, it's...kind of interesting? As a character piece...it's not very interesting? And as a cinematic experience...it's mostly annoying. Sandler is absolutely believable as an idiot unable to help himself (and by help himself, I mean stop himself from making one bad decision after another). There's no character development, though, and every supporting character is just a caricature of a human being. I don't think I've ever been to a movie where every character on screen spends the majority of the time screaming and yelling at each other this much. Half the time, if somebody on screen would have just shut the hell up for a second, maybe they'd have been able to resolve the current conflict. And those conflicts just kept coming; as did the yelling. (I kind of want someone to watch this film just to count the number of "F*cks" in this movie. It's literally every other word out of Sandler's mouth; and I mean "literally" as the dictionary defines it, not how millennials use it.)
Sandler starts at 11 here (well, technically he starts the film unconscious in a doctor's office) and just stays there. There's one moment of nuance, of self-reflection by his character, where he realizes he's just one giant messed up idiot, but it lasts for about a minute, and then he goes right back to his factory default settings.
When Indina Menzel's character (she plays Sandler's wife) says something like, "I'd be happy never seeing you again," I thought, "Same." I couldn't wait for all the yelling to stop.… Expand
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neach52Dec 28, 2019
My friend wanted to see this movie and asked me to go along. We walked out with about 45 minutes left of the movie.
I just wanted to tell Sandler's character to Shut the f*** up. The continually loud music and characters all talking at theMy friend wanted to see this movie and asked me to go along. We walked out with about 45 minutes left of the movie.
I just wanted to tell Sandler's character to Shut the f*** up. The continually loud music and characters all talking at the same time was grating, and I felt like chasing cars and chewing on tires. I did not find it compelling or even remotely interesting. I found it predicatable and mind numbing.… Expand
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lukelewisDec 30, 2019
This movie is a social experiment that tests the human threshold of suffering.
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MovieTurtleDec 30, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. From the opening sequence and giant red herring of a first shot of our protagonist to the closing fade this movie is very much like our main man Howard, talks loudly but has no substance whatsoever.

The movie follows a jewelry dealer Howard Ratner in an exploration of his life as he continues to wreck it with his own destructive and vice-driven actions. He is constantly running afoul of people that has borrowed money from and lost when betting on various basketball games. This comes up so many times that it really drives home the point that he's running out of places to go and eventually starts doing this to his own family and with more dangerous loan sharks that start to bite back now that they realize he's not paying people back Beyond the gambling addiction and theft, we get some insight into his ruined marriage with 3 kids while he's living in an apartment with his side girl. We even get a gross scene of their sexting and cut-to-black on them having sex.
Now Howard himself is a loud-mouthed arrogant pushy con-man who can't seem to con anyone and just comes across as a parody of every terrible reality show bratt in the last decade, but without any charisma at all.

There is no sympathy for this character and no other characters to sympathize with. There is no adversity for him to overcome as it all originates from his own poor actions.

The ending even seems fitting. He gets lucky enough to win big and it just isn't big enough to matter.

Seeing other reviews of this have people talking about anxiety inducing masterpiece. I didn't feel anxious at any point and don't think I felt anything beyond disgust this entire movie. I honestly feel like I should have walked out and would have been better off having just skipped this one.… Expand
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rizwanaalviJan 1, 2020
wonderfully awful, crap movie! Don't waste your hard earned dollars on this garbage movie! Dumbest movie of the year and hated it!
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TaplingerApr 10, 2020
I can't believe only 2 reviewers recognized this as a horrible movie. Metacritic's user viewers are much smarter but a score of 7 doesn't begin to describe how claustrophobic and anxiety-producing and monotonous and predictable the movie is.
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Ralph_LeeJul 18, 2020
This film has no redeeming qualities whatsoever. It's boring, the plot is poor, the characters are vile. Don't waste your time
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MarkHReviewsDec 27, 2019
Act One of “Uncut Gems” includes footage from a colonoscopy. It’s by far the most probing, thoughtful, well-paced and illuminating scene in the film.

This film was written and directed by the Safdie Brothers, the current “next big thing” inAct One of “Uncut Gems” includes footage from a colonoscopy. It’s by far the most probing, thoughtful, well-paced and illuminating scene in the film.

This film was written and directed by the Safdie Brothers, the current “next big thing” in movie-making. Their 2017 film “Good Time” with Robert Pattinson was selected to compete for the Palme d’Or, the highest prize at Cannes. Their films have been described by “Variety” as “raucously interior inner-city films” that are “contemporary, raw and untethered.”

“Uncut Gems” has been ten years in the making. It is based on family lore told by the Safdies’ father, who worked in the diamond district of New York City. The film’s central character, Howard Ratner (Adam Sandler), is a diamond merchant and compulsive gambler doing everything he can to stay one step ahead of the debt collectors. Howard imports a blood opal from Africa in the body of a fish, he makes wildly implausible bets on NBA games, he gets locked naked in the trunk of his own car while attending his daughter’s school play, he gets thrown into a fountain. After that, the action picks up. Unfortunately, it’s all just mania in search of a purpose.

While some moviegoers may experience this film as one long adrenaline rush, for me the frantic pace and too-close hand-held cameras were simply exhausting. The film offers zero character development – Howard is apparently genetically incapable of introspection, much less learning from his incessant mistakes. In fairness, there is one moment of personal insight in Act Three. Of course, this flash of self-awareness is discarded immediately. The film’s climactic scene is shocking, but completely unearned.

We all know people like Howard – people who use baseless bravado to hide their insecurity, people who are so self-absorbed they either don’t know or don’t care about the carnage they inflict on family and friends as the lurch through life. In that sense, “Uncut Gems” is an accurate slice of life. But that doesn’t make this film insightful or profound. It just adds to our trauma as we’re forced to observe the fast-moving train wreck. The dialogue is staggering in its self-indulgence. If the f-bombs were removed, the running time would be about 20 minutes. The profanity isn’t shocking or offensive, just monotonous.

My guess is that this is one of those films that is adored by professional film critics, but will generate “Huh? What?” from a lot of regular movie-goers. If that’s the case, “Uncut Gems” almost makes me believe in populism.… Expand
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AndrewinPSDec 28, 2019
This movie sucked so bad - do NOT waste your time! The acting is horrible - There is no dialogue, just a whole lotta noise.
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E_OstrowskiDec 31, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Would’ve been better off giving my $10.25 to a homeless person. The best scene of the movie was when Sandler got shot in the head at the end. This movie was so bad that I needed to go to the bar after to drink away the pain. I have never seen a worse movie in my life. I am giving myself an indefinite suspension from any movie theaters because if I step in one, I will be reminded of the unhealthy horror and pain that the movie left me with. It actually felt like I was injected with AIDS.… Expand
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MaxPayneIsGodApr 13, 2020
The movie starts with a colonoscopy, yes a colonosocopy, quite possibly the perfect metaphor for Adam Sandler's movie career, and this movie for that matter.
Uncut Gems, despite its almost one-eyed universal praise, is quite possibly one ofThe movie starts with a colonoscopy, yes a colonosocopy, quite possibly the perfect metaphor for Adam Sandler's movie career, and this movie for that matter.
Uncut Gems, despite its almost one-eyed universal praise, is quite possibly one of the worst movies I have ever seen, or at least the worst of the year.
Its loud, obnoxious, boring, too long, poorly written, you can only feel total, absolute apathy for every character, and the ending is telegraphed within the first 10 minutes.
There's just no point in it, it was a huge waste of time. You ask if I could do better? Yes, yes I think I could.… Expand
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DanaPaymardiMar 10, 2020
It gave me a headache , my brain is busrting, my eyes hurt , my ears hurt... . Just don't watch this movie and if you have already seen it , just don't think about it.
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ObiroApr 12, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Bad film. Bad film. Bad film. Bad film. Bad film. Bad film. Bad film. Bad film. Bad film. Bad film. Bad film. Bad film. Bad film. Bad film. Bad film. Bad film. Bad film. Bad film. Bad film. Bad film. Bad film. Bad film. Bad film. Bad film.… Expand
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chymeroJan 18, 2020
I felt assaulted. Worst movie I have ever suffered through. It even hurt my ears. I wanted to leave and wish I had. Nothing redeeming here. I was in a nice clean theatre but felt like I needed a shower afterwards. Seriously painful toI felt assaulted. Worst movie I have ever suffered through. It even hurt my ears. I wanted to leave and wish I had. Nothing redeeming here. I was in a nice clean theatre but felt like I needed a shower afterwards. Seriously painful to watch. AVOID IT even when it comes out on Netflix. It is TOXIC.… Expand
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Jason_bJan 3, 2020
Overhyped A24 hipster-bait. Totally annoying, meandering plot. Its pretentious style barely hides the emotionless storyline. Eccentricity pleases critics for some reason. I think they’re out of their minds.
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JamesdyoDec 28, 2019
Edgy and raw and totally lacking any kind of heart or humanity. You feel kind of bad for the guy at the end, but then they cut to the KG press conference and then to outer space none of it amounts to anything.
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shag00Jun 15, 2023
This is an unusual movie in that the normal short comings of many poor films are not so evident here.This movie is not boring nor did it send me to sleep, the dialogue was appropriate to the setting and the believability of events was OK. TheThis is an unusual movie in that the normal short comings of many poor films are not so evident here.This movie is not boring nor did it send me to sleep, the dialogue was appropriate to the setting and the believability of events was OK. The issue for me was the style, it was so deeply anchored in the non culture of American social ladder climbing as to make you cringe. Probably not a good choice for a non US audience.… Expand
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Jgo77Mar 23, 2020
One of the worst movies I have ever seen, too much yelling, unlikeable characters and way too long. I have never walked out on a movie before but if I saw this in the theatre I think this would have been the first. Don't waste your time or money...
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Mauro_LanariFeb 12, 2020
(Mauro Lanari)
Sacking the Coen brothers, Ferrara and Scorsese (here in the role of producer) and tearing away the "humanitas": just a centrifuge at 1200 RPM.
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BrennenWJan 29, 2021
This movie is very boring and doesn’t make any sense. Kevin Garnett looks into an unrealistically sized diamond and has a vision of war. After becoming obsessed with it, he gives Adam Sandler, the Jeweler his NBA CHAMPIONSHIP RING....also theThis movie is very boring and doesn’t make any sense. Kevin Garnett looks into an unrealistically sized diamond and has a vision of war. After becoming obsessed with it, he gives Adam Sandler, the Jeweler his NBA CHAMPIONSHIP RING....also the weekend is in it so that’s cool that’s why it gets one star not zero.… Expand
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