'Good Time' is a crime thriller which stars Robert Pattinson, Jennifer Jason Leigh and Ben Safdie. This film is directed by Ben and Josh Safdie.
Pumped up pacing and sheer drive make 'Good Time' one of the most punchy thrillers of the year. In similar nature to 2014's 'John Wick', Good Time's narrative is a straight forward, but clears the runway for a film which feels out of control but has a clear grip on what makes a compelling narrative.
This film features a head turning performance from Robert Pattinson, proving he has the talents of great chameleon actors of recent cinema, such as Joel Edgerton and Gary Oldman. This type of chameleon acting is rare for his generation of screen actors and this performance stands out because of Pattinson's efforts. Co-director Ben Safdie also gives a earnest performances as Nick Nikas, the main characters brother who suffers from autism.
The electronic and eccentric soundtrack provide the film with a cool sheen and electric pulse, certainly one of the most memorable soundtracks of the year.
My Only flaw with this film is that Taliah Webster's character Crystal feels underdeveloped and is used as more of a plot device rather than a memorable character.
'Good Time' is a film which is has a speedy pace and a straight forward narrative, with impressive visuals and music to boot. The performances lift this way above your standard crime thriller and as for as the overall package, the film is an engaging ride for viewing as an audience and is a good piece of filmmaking for the more analytical sort.
Rating: 8/10
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