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    (Sweden) Easy Money (2010)



    Based on the book, the flick (also known as Snabba Cash) follows three intertwining characters --

    JW: an intelligent young man attending a university, who makes extra money on the side driving specific clients for a small cab company.
    Jorge: an escaped convict, wrapped up with the drug trade.
    Mrado: the muscle for a mob boss.

    The story primarily follows JW, who ends up getting caught up with Jorge and his crew when the cab boss gives him a job that (unbeknownst to him) causes JW to help the escaped prisoner. The Mrado character gets some good screen time also, as we see a more human side to him when he's forced to look after his 8-year-old daughter. Naturally all these characters are connected with each other early on, and it's interesting to see how events unfold, especially when JW gets deep into the drug trade.
    It was a bit overwhelming at first since we follow the three characters right from the start, but it's not long before I was glued to the screen. I was a little reminded of the Pusher films while watching this (minus the raw brutality and abrupt violence), but I think that's because of the way director Daniel Espinosa (Safe House) filmed it -- using the hand-held technique, which offered more realism, adding to many of the already tense scenes.

    Overall, it was a pretty good flick, and one of the better crime/dramas I've seen recently. Definitely recommended for peeps looking for films of this theme. 7/10

    http://imdb.com/title/tt1291652/



    A sequel apparently comes out later this year (in Sweden) and naturally a US remake is in development (which hopefully never happens). I'm looking forward to the sequel since all the actors are reprising their roles (ones who lived anyway).

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    After what I've heard about the Swedish film industry, it's nice to know that there are some good flicks coming out of that country. Definitely checking this out!

    Wouldn't hold me breath if this gets an American remake

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    Like the trailer alot. I'm in. Another one on my list.

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    This was very good. I felt this was going to end badly..for everyone, It just had that feeling.

    Mrado is awesome. I liked him best. In the grocery store, following that father around cuz he didn't know what types of food to buy for his kid.

    Anyway, I love these films, this and A Gang Story because though criminals, they have deep feelings and beliefs in family and friends...and end up doing the 'somewhat' right thing..in the end. 7/10 for me aswell.

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    Quote Originally Posted by woodenheart View Post
    This was very good. I felt this was going to end badly..for everyone, It just had that feeling.

    Mrado is awesome. I liked him best. In the grocery store, following that father around cuz he didn't know what types of food to buy for his kid.

    Anyway, I love these films, this and A Gang Story because though criminals, they have deep feelings and beliefs in family and friends...and end up doing the 'somewhat' right thing..in the end. 7/10 for me aswell.


    I'm anxiously awaiting a download for the sequel. I think it already hit theaters in its native country

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    Just saw this and fucking loved it!!!! I watch the killing so am a big fan of Joel Kinnaman. Great acting, story lines, characters, etc... 8/10.

    I have the Sequel lined up and ready to watch.

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    Quote Originally Posted by TonyVato View Post
    Just saw this and fucking loved it!!!! I watch the killing so am a big fan of Joel Kinnaman. Great acting, story lines, characters, etc... 8/10.

    I have the Sequel lined up and ready to watch.
    Awesome

    Yeah, Joel Kinnaman is a great actor

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