The Machinist (2003) Reviews
- Starring:
- Christian Bale, Jennifer Jason Leigh, (more)
- Director(s):
- Brad Anderson
- Theatrical MPAA Rating:
- R
- Category:
- Mystery & Suspense
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11 out of 11 people found this review helpful Imagine Christian Bale so into playing this role that he lost over 60 pounds! He was so skeletal like, that it was difficult to look at him at times, especially remembering how buff he was in ... Read More Imagine Christian Bale so into playing this role that he lost over 60 pounds! He was so skeletal like, that it was difficult to look at him at times, especially remembering how buff he was in 'American Psycho'. This film took you to the dark places in the main characters mind. We wonder why he can't eat and why he's been unable to sleep for a year. You can guess why from the several clues left for the audience throughout the movie. The acting was well-done from Christian and the others he associated with in his world.
If you like watching suspenseful films-you'll love this one. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
7 out of 7 people found this review helpful If you enjoy great acting, a fresh and innovative story, and a thick plot, you'll love it. However, some people might find it slow and maybe boring. Can this actor do no wrong? If you like ... Read More If you enjoy great acting, a fresh and innovative story, and a thick plot, you'll love it. However, some people might find it slow and maybe boring. Can this actor do no wrong? If you like Christian Bale, you will love this movie. Add all of his movies to your Queue! You won't be disappointed. Other recommendations (of Christian Bale's): Empire of the Sun, Rescue Dawn, The Prestige. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
5 out of 5 people found this review helpful I am a little shocked at some of the bad reviews. I thought this was a great movie, very well acted, original, and quite the twists throughout. I highly recommend it if you're looking for ... Read More I am a little shocked at some of the bad reviews. I thought this was a great movie, very well acted, original, and quite the twists throughout. I highly recommend it if you're looking for something different. If you don't like to think, or only enjoy blockbusters, this isn't for you. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
4 out of 7 people found this review helpful Trevor Rezniik is getting thinner and thinner, unfortunately so does the movie. Bale acted by Christian Dale hasnt slept in, but what seems like a year, and the effects from his lack of sleep become ... Read More Trevor Rezniik is getting thinner and thinner, unfortunately so does the movie. Bale acted by Christian Dale hasnt slept in, but what seems like a year, and the effects from his lack of sleep become tragic. Fellow mechanist Michael Ironsides pays a heavy price for his lack of concentration, which is what jump starts this black and white film. The movie is very slow paced and never seems to get to get on track. Simply..It drags along...I just finished watching the strange little film and what surprises me is that I cannot remember much about it. Perhaps this last sentence says a lot about this movie Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
2 out of 4 people found this review helpful I am not sure about this movie, maybe I missed something, something went over my head, but it left me kind of cold, the whole time I expected it to be more exciting.
Had some creepy parts though, ... Read More I am not sure about this movie, maybe I missed something, something went over my head, but it left me kind of cold, the whole time I expected it to be more exciting.
Had some creepy parts though, some were unbelievable and far fetched and never went anywhere. Wouldn't watch it again. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
3 out of 8 people found this review helpful While the movie was interesting, it was almost unbearable to watch as Christian Bale weighs about 3.5lbs soaking wet. It was difficult for me to get over watching such a hunk of a man shed down to ... Read More While the movie was interesting, it was almost unbearable to watch as Christian Bale weighs about 3.5lbs soaking wet. It was difficult for me to get over watching such a hunk of a man shed down to skin and bones for this role. It's worth watching, just don't eat before hand. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
2 out of 9 people found this review helpful I can't believe so many people liked this movie. I found it to be incrediably boring. I was finally blessed to fall asleep, unfortunately it wasn't till close to the end. Where I would usually go ... Read More I can't believe so many people liked this movie. I found it to be incrediably boring. I was finally blessed to fall asleep, unfortunately it wasn't till close to the end. Where I would usually go back & finish it, in this case I didn't bother. I think I'll check the reviews a little closer next time. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No |
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