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Chopper (2000) Reviews

Chopper (2000)
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This Australian drama is based on the life and times of Mark "Chopper" Read, a notorious Aussie criminal who went on to become a best-selling author, publishing nine books about his exploits outside the law. In 1978, Chopper (played by Eric Bana) is serving a 16-year sentence for abducting a judge who was overseeing the trial of his best friend Jimmy (Simon Lyndon). Jimmy and Chopper end up sharing a cell, along with Keithy George (David Field), a crime boss; when a disagreement between Keithy and Chopper escalates into violence, Chopper kills Keithy, leading to retribution from the gangster's mates, who hire Jimmy to do their dirty work. To escape, Chopper forces a friend to cut off one of his ears so he'll be transferred to another prison. Eight years later, Chopper is out of prison and looking for Jimmy in hopes of getting revenge; in the meantime, he's looking to get even with another of his enemies, Neville (Vince Colosimo), and trying to keep his eye on his girlfriend, Tanya (Kate Beahan), who supports herself as a call girl. While the real "Chopper" Read was not directly involved in the production, comic Eric Bana was cast in the lead at Read's suggestion. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi

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Starring:
Eric Bana, Vince Colosimo, (more)
Director(s):
Andrew Dominik
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
Format(s):
DVD
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Julianna H.

I totally LOVE this movie, at the top of my favorites list. Eric Bana is AMAZING, really nailed this character. The only other person that could have played this part better is Chopper himself.

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Ray P.

...probably should have been. Funny and endearing but scary as hell, the story of Mark "Chopper" Read is like watching tasty sausage being made. Repellant but poignant in what it says about us for wanting not only to watch but also to devour it. You are what you eat...and stop looking at his ears!

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William C.

great movie a little hard to understand at times because of the aussie accents,but a great crime flick

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Landon S.

Eric Bana is great in this movie, i saw it as an homage to taxi driver and raging bull, i really enjoyed it and can't wait for it to come out on Blu-ray.

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Marcus L.

Chopper was quite a character who you fear and loved at the same time, he has charisma. The truth will set you free, he is an amazing genius and holds no punches. Could be my pointman in my squad any day. PETER FOUR!

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DARLENE B.

I had no probs understanding the language. Love this one, im not the kind to watch a movie more than twice, but have seen this 5x. About to re-rent it!

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Jorge G.

Very very funny movie. You might have to rewind at times because it's difficult to understand because of the Australian accents.

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Anthony P.

While this movie seemed like it would be interesting, I found it hard to understand. English subtitles would have been nice. I stopped watching it half way through. I had seen enough of the actors "jimmy" and blatant brutality. The special features were interesting as they contain "interviews" with the real Mark Read, still this is one strange cat.

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Rachel B.

Len your an ignorant stupid american. Chopper is great and he is coming for you!!!

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Kevin A.

underdog was discontinued after some people thought that taking a pill could make him a superhero. A a cartoon this was very funny. In this live action maybe it would be better as a cartoon. After taking sooo...many bullets nothing bothers him? One .45 acp would at the least would knock him on his butt.

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    Julianna H.

    I totally LOVE this movie, at the top of my favorites list. Eric Bana is AMAZING, really nailed this character. The only other person that could have played this part better is Chopper himself.

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    Ray P.

    ...probably should have been. Funny and endearing but scary as hell, the story of Mark "Chopper" Read is like watching tasty sausage being made. Repellant but poignant in what it says about us for wanting not only to watch but also to devour it. You are what you eat...and stop looking at his ears!

    Yes   |   No

     
    William C.

    great movie a little hard to understand at times because of the aussie accents,but a great crime flick

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