Playing God

Starring: David Duchovny, Timothy Hutton, Angelina Jolie
Directed by: Andy Wilson
Rating: R
Genre: Drama, Crime
1997

Times Seen:
Tim: 1

Summary: After Dr. Eugene Sands (David Duchovny) loses his medical license because he lost a patient on the operating table while he was under the influence, he joins a slimy but charismatic mob boss (Timothy Hutton). Sands is now caught in a web of murder and mayhem along with the mobster's seductive girlfriend (Angelina Jolie). As the body count rises, Eugene sands must decide between an enjoyable life of crime, and the right one.

Review:

Tim: I was surprised- this movie was a lot better than I expected. David Duchovny is excellent in the film, and brings an added comic touch. Timothy Hutton is a very memorable and excellent bad guy. The performance of these two men make up for the occasional predictable moment in the plot. I was surprised Angelina Jolie brought little to the film, and was far less than spectacular.

The film had loads of action and entertaining scenes, yet the hilarious bits of comedy thrown in there make the film much better. Duchovny has several very funny moments, and Timothy Hutton is full of them. The film had its occasional slow moment, but overall, the film was quite good.

The film was a little dark, with Duchovny being a drug addict, but it had many bright spots which improved the film. The film makes you think, and keeps you entertained.

Rating 1-10
Tim's Rating: 7.5


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