Ask any true comic book fanatic what the “Sin City†graphic novel series represents and they’ll say it’s without a doubt one of the most thought provoking graphic novels ever. On film as well, “Sin City†is a gem that shines visually and never strays too far away from its comic book roots and takes full advantage of the great story it was based on.
As a matter of fact, never before has any comic-inspired movie stayed this close to the work it was based on. As a result, it’s easily one of the best comic to film translations ever.
Frank Miller, the writer and artist of “Sin City†graphic novels, who also directs this film alongside Robert Rodriguez and Quentin Tarantino, is a true pioneer of the comic business with over 30 years of accolades. Miller is probably best known for single-handedly bringing the Daredevil, Spider-man, and Batman comics back from near cancellations with his dark and explosive style; all at different points in his career. Those still unfamiliar with Miller’s work should also know that he created the heroine Electra, which a hit movie was loosely based on not too long ago starring Jennifer Garner.
The film adaptation of the graphic novel series “Sin City†screams Quentin Tarantino from the get-go, as fans of the “Pulp Fiction,†“Reservoir Dogs,†and “Kill Bill†movies will feel right at home with the “story within a story†telling and the frequent amount of irony and amazing fight scenes that have been sprinkled throughout. Be warned though, some scenes are not for the squeamish and are full of blood and mature themes that some may find politically incorrect and overly edgy. That being considered, “Sin City†accomplishes everything it sets out to do and then some by recreating the very same environment that made the graphic novel series a cult-classic on the big screen.
Aside from the amount of great action scenes throughout “Sin City,†the best reason to see this movie is the myriad of visual effects throughout. Playing games with your eyes in ways never thought possible before, it was filmed in a semi- black and white state with vibrant colors sneaking their way in throughout the picture, just like the graphic novels. At certain moments, you’ll be sure you’re watching a black and white movie, while at others you’ll think the directors dropped the film reel in a bucket full of “Skittles.â€
In the end, there will be no “rainbow to taste,†but it will be an undeniable feast for your eyes.
“Sin City†also features an all-star cast, with the likes of Bruce Willis, Jessica Alba, Clive Owen, Rosario Dawson, Benicio Del Toro, Devon Aoki, Mickey Rourke, Michael Madsen, and Britney Murphy, all giving stellar performances. Fans of the comic will scream in delight seeing all of Miller’s great characters on the big screen being portrayed by such big name actors/actresses. Action fans will have scenes that they will talk about for weeks, and the casual movie buff won’t be able to deny the amount of polish and hard work that “Sin City†contains in providing a great movie experience that should not be missed.
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