Locke - Movie Review
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- Опубліковано 6 тра 2014
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Chris Stuckmann reviews Locke, starring Tom Hardy. Directed by Steven Knight. - Розваги
What i liked about this movie was that even though theyre only voices, i had a perfect image of where each character was whilst talking to Ivan. This is a good movie.
InfiniteVoid Interesting! That was exactly my experience!
Yes, it painted the picture of other characters in your mind. Made you picture how it was like back at his house, with his wife being devastated, and him not there to watch the football match with his kids.
I just saw this movie on Netflix, and I was expecting the movie to be like Joy Ride or Drive, but it was still good.
InfiniteVoid : I totally get that. That old line, about BBC Radio4 dramas, may be corny, but it’s still very true; “With radio, the images are better.” This was a clever mix of mental images, held together by Hardy’s awesome performance. You really did SEE what was going on with all the characters, from Donald, running around, outdoors; his boss, I pictured in a high rise office; the cold, clinical maternity ward; to his family, in their comfortable, if average home, around the TV. You SAW it all.
That was a great comment, because you got it. I get what he means about it not be a re-watch movie, but I’m so glad they made it. Experimental movies are the cutting edge, that push the envelope. What score would you give it? I think the, “A minus,” was fair, do you? 👍
Vito Corleone : You got a domestic drama instead. Glad you liked it, though. I was expecting, “crime,” of some kind, too. But, I’m pretty much with Chris on this one. InfiniteVoid hit the nail on the head, and I think that’s what’s the makers were going for; the mental images. Chris should have picked up on that aspect, and talked more about that. What score would you give it?
Easily one of the best performances I've ever seen in my life.
WheresWallace4883 me too
It was great. He's awesome.
How many ciders have you had
His accent was not good. So thats ridiculous
You must have had some good ciders. This movie was terrible
I love movies that prove that human reactions are more interesting than time travelling zombies in space.
If you watch Star Trek: First Contact, you can have both.
Cant believe Tom Hardy’s range to go from The Revenant to Locke is beyond me -excellent actor in everything he does -could not guess the ending to Locke and I usually can figure out the ending to a film, but this one kept me guessing.
I disagree about the rewatch ability of the scenes in which Tom Hardy talks to his sons, the acting in there is pure perfection I can watch it again and again.
I was watching the movie and as it built and built, I was like "Oh man, he's gonna die or something, like get in a car crash and leave all that jumble mess irrelevant." And then the movie ended, and immediately I thought, "Oh, that's better." Because it made it real. It didn't cheat the audience, everything that had happened in the film still counted, and Locke would still have to deal with that, while still having the rejuvenation embodied by his newborn child.
I can say one thing: The problem he is dealing with is a concrete one. 8-)
He isn't good at sorting his affairs :)
Nice!!!
wince, wince, wince...
ok that's hilarious and you win the internet
I absolutely loved this film. So real and genuine. I praise Tom Hardy so much for this, because his acting is excellent. To be able to act so genuinely when you have a camera right in your face, takes courage and serious amazing skills. I didn't even know that he used another accent. His voice did sound more calming than what he actually was in the film. I loved his character, because he's one of those guys that is very demanding and persistant and knows how to get a job very well done. His conversations with Donal were my favorite, because it shows Locke's work ethic and organized, determined attitude towards his goals and his determination to achieve success. Locke is so persisting and demanding to the point of being hilarious, at times. I love how he's highly nervous and anxious due to his issue and yet he pulls away or goes more in depth by having these rants with his father whom he's pretending to be there. These rants give a more of an insight as to why Locke is how he is and who he believes to be. Locke also becomes very dark in these moments of outbursts with his father. I love how Tom can become very dark with his characters, yet other times very sweet or kind. The script was beautifully and genuinely written. It seemed so realistic. I would watch the film atleast once, because it's honestly brilliantly crafted I usually do not like films that are set in one place. I've only come across a few and this one is at the top of that list. ;)
So your a Tom Hardy fan?
ROBO GREEK maybe shes just praising his ass
i loved the back and forth with his father, it really added to tom hardys character
Steven Knight, creator of Peaky Blinders.
Quality assured.
I thought it was outstanding. Tom Hardy is amazing. Very few actors could carry the role as well.
You good sir are quickly becoming my favorite movie reviewer on the Internet.
That ending... I like to believe he managed to get back to his family and work stuff out
I like to believe it is the opposite
@@blazeraze2013 the fuck with you ?
@@8512124 it's his opinion. You can't get mad at that. You need to grow up. Lol
Not sure about having a kid with another lady and he goes home to his wife and its all worked out
@@randyriley8733 well u never know. Crazier shit has happened in the world
I loved it. Not sure about the ending. Kinda wanted more.
This man knows how to get shit done!
I wanted everything to go to shit and end with him crying on the side of the road
***** Then it would just be like all other shit movies.
Not exactly. It was about tragedy and it should have ended tragically imo. A happy ending is not what this was building towards. The irony of his probity would have been complete had the shit went sideways.
@@AkashKumar-iq8wg It wasn't a happy ending, it ended tragically. If you notice the blinker at the very end right before the credits, he doesn't actually go to the hospital. He lied and he isn't going to the hospital, that one voice mail from his son changed his mind entirely.
@@pappaashtray3869 that's brilliant. I need to watch that part again. It'd be lovely if it ended like that
Although I'll never watch this film again, I enjoyed it quite a bit
+davidbowie1100 It has replay value, though.
GenoSkill For me it doesn't
One of my favorite movies! it is so unique... but i do realize that its not for everyone, some people might not like it
True man its not for everyone the person need patience will watching these kind of movies
It's not really good of a movie. Very little substance, originality,and I wanted just a little more with the ending then what was provided
@@STMARTIN009 Pretty overrated. It wasn't horrible by any means, just nothing really special and the ending made the entire film feel like a waste of time. I like endings that leave things up to interpretation, but if the ending had answered more it wouldn't have all felt as pointless
Tom Hardy is one of very few who could make this work. Definitely one of the best actors ever
The ending almost had me burst into tears from how relieved I was.
He has the chance to rebuild.
Yeah, but NOT with his family.
Tom Hardy is amazing. It's him in a car and a phone, the depth is... undescribable. amazing.
I first watched this movie in 2014, at that time I was thinking about majoring in Construction Management and I had to come back again to watch it this year and it is still as amazing as I remember it. I’m a full CM now and it’s crazy but this movie was definitely part of my process
What's your hourly wage?
I absolutely agree with your verdict, Chris. This film was a rollercoaster of emotions for me. Specifically the part where Dolan is drunk and jovial in the car with the Poles, and then only minutes after Ivan gets the call from his son about the ball game and the tone takes a brutal U-turn. I loved this movie and will definitely watch it again.
Watched the movie just now and I'm awestruck. Amazing concept executed to perfection. Hardy is rock solid with his performance and the writing by Steven knight is top notch
I never comment on YT, but I feel compelled to say thank you, Chris. Phenomenal reviews, very objective and insightful, you've got yourself more than a subscriber here, man. Keep it coming
l loved this film so much. As I watched it, I actually felt like I was prying into Locke's life. It felt like watching and listening to something very private that was none of my business, but I couldn't turn away, not until I knew how it all played out.
I'll be watching this for sure. Excellent review as always Chris!
I felt like I was reading a book. I could see everyone's faces and reactions. The places they were and all the stuff happening. Amazing movie...
Exactly. The world building is amazing considering you know so little about him and you never even see anyone else.
Tom Hardy is amazing at manipulating emotions, his performance lead me to want the construction project to succeed on his behalf, as for the other major plot points, i'd still have to side with him, he seems like such a great guy that just made a big mistake, his devotion to his job as well as the conflict he seems to have with his father, he sort of deserves a break!
I wish he was nominated for this movie especially because of how unpacked the best actor category was that year... this was his most powerful performance to date
Hands down Hardy’s best movie. This movie was amazing.
I'll watch it again. One thing I think you missed to mention was the sound work. Wow, it is intense, sooo intense that I felt the tension and solitude of the night and the moment Locke was going through.
I feel like the car symbolized how Ivan felt through the movie. He’s trapped and he’s on a road that leads to disaster and he very well knows it. He’s in one place, going one direction, with one outcome and as much as he fought to keep everything together, he ultimately failed to save everything. Truly an absolutely brilliant movie.
Fantastic film and great performance by Tom Hardy, you
Really feel like your in the car with him haha
Cant wait to see this. Great review as usual chris!
I though it was brilliant. A couple of times it actually made me laugh out loud ... particularly some of the verbal interaction between "Locke" and "Donal" but then I'm an Australian and so our sense of humour is is quite similar to the UK's. For those who haven't seen it, please do because you're in for a treat. One of best movies I've seen in a very long time.
Great review Chris. I loved this movie as well, Tom Hardy did an Excellent Job with how he handled this character. A- for me as well.
Just subscribed this year. And don't regret it at all.. one of the best reviewers on the site.
I loved this movie. I was glued to my screen the entire time. Made me so damn nervous!
I'm looking forward to watch this one ! Thanx for the good insightful review.
amazing movie, just watched it for the third time. it is absolutely rewatchable, it actually intensifies the calls when you know how much he is about to loose
I actually shouted in joy when I saw this video uploaded. I never thought you'd review it. Expectations=raised.
This is a very well done movie review for an extraordinary movie :) But I can watch "Locke" again and again, or rather listen to Tom Hardy's soothing voice and accent. If it's not rewatchable, as you said, it is "relistenable", don't you think ? And also, I sorta fell in love with de character. His integrity and his will to take good care of all the people affected by his choice make him a profoundly human person. Really, Catrina is VERY unreasonable there...
I'm so glad that you liked this movie, Chris. Personally, it's gotta be my favourite movie of 2014 so far. Not to spoil the movie for those who haven't seen it yet, I'll just say its only flaw was this subplot which created the moral background for the main character (you'll know what I'm talking about). I think it was a bit... random. But that's maybe because it was not very expanded. Tom Hardy's accent was really awesome, loved it. It's interesting that you don't find "Locke" rewatchable. That's the single think I don't agree with you on. Me, I'm getting it as soon as it gets a Blu-ray release and I think I might rewatch it quite a few times.
***** Yes, that's true. What I'm saying is that this subplot should've been expanded. There was too little of it in my opinion. Not enough was said in the movie concerning "the passenger".
i just watched this movie and yes i do like well anyways
spoiler for people soooooo
do you think maybe locke had a double personality the little outbursts he had with the passenger or himself pretty much explained it when he said like the second or third time he talked to himself was, i think, about once he crossed over to london to see the baby "I" will be there not you or somthing like that. and the multiple times he says ill bury you with a shovel or whatever and well the ivan locke who was concrete guy, husband with wife and kids, and overall best man of England when his friend said, until... he lost all of it i think 'that' locke broke and the other lived on as he made the final call with the other lady and drove off i dont know or maybe its both him being sick,driving late, stress and drinking that "stuff" probably cough medicine well thats my 2 cents
there might not have been enough dialogoue as you felt but maybe it was made for a reason you can say it begs the question........
and its like 2 oclock over here so yeh :) the car drive for an 80 min movie felt like a solid 3-4 hours T.T
I don't think his, errr..."interactions" with the "passenger" were supposed to be too well expanded; I thought it gave Locke's character a lot more depth to just have it as this thing that he referred back to every now and then without having to spell everything out for the audience.
Remember this is a film where we join the main character knowing nothing about his life previously and piecing together bits of information that we pick up on the way, so naturally we won't be privy to all the small details in his life. Anything we do learn is gathered up out of only partial information.
I agree I think it has tremendous rewatchability. I have watched it like 4 times, even when you know the ending the deliverance is still mesmerizing and wonderful. Tom Hardy as always kills it.
guys the 'passenger' is his dad. locke makes that clear, u just need to listen.
Just watched it for the first time last night. I think, while Tom Hardy will be remembered for the Venom films and being Bane in The Dark Knight Rises, I hope people remember him for his low-key amazing performances like in Locke. His demeanour, the way he carried out his dialogue, just excellent acting. Also surprised that pre-Spidey Tom Holland (in a voice role) was a part of this too.
That old cliche, about BBC Radio4 dramas, may be corny, but it’s still very true; “With radio, the images are better.” This was a clever mix of mental images, held together by Hardy’s awesome performance. You really did SEE what was going on with all the characters, from Donald, running around, outdoors; his boss, I pictured in a high rise office; the cold, clinical maternity ward; to his family, in their comfortable, if average home, around the TV. You SAW it all.
You had me at Tom Hardy.
Watch Bronson, it's eye candy. ;)
+Minotux oh, trust me, I've seen it ;)
Michella Sarah How bout the recent paparazzi photo? I don't know why I know this.
+Minotux haha i don't know. Which paparazzi photo?
I can't give you the link for obvious reasons, but he was spotted nude in the set of Taboo or something.
chris,you can´t have that claustrophobic feeling when you know this character has a mission and has to go from point A to point B and nothing else matters for this guy.
he´s not in the car...he´s in all this places. in the present, in the past, in the future and this temple is the only place helping him think.
i love this movie. this guy deserves an oscar right away
I absolutely love this movie. I kinda have that thing for one-place set movies, like The Man from Earth and many more
Watched Locke today and I loved it! Very well done and an amazing peformance from Tom Hardy
You are my favorite UA-cam reviewer!
Ur reviews are really great bud!!👍👍
This is the first ever movie to make me cry, took 15 years, well done movie.
I friggin LOVED this movie. 10/10
***** Absolutely, Tom Hardy was simply magnificent. My favourite actor now, no doubt.
This was a fantastic movie. The way it was paced out and the way it was filmed always kept you interested. It goes to show how so much can be done with so little.
I've been wanting to see this since I saw that Olivia Colman and Ruth Wilson were in it. I fucking love those two actresses. Once I found out that Andrew Scott was in it too I was completely sold.
i'll watch this just for andrew scott, even if he's in it for only two seconds. thank you, random stranger on the internet :D
Glad I could help! I mean I'm sure Tom Hardy is great in this but I'm more into it for the people on the other end of the phone.
Which movie that takes place on only one set do you prefer: 12 Angry Men or Rear Window?
I went into this movie thinking it was going to be slow at some points because of the single location but I was very surprised that I wasn't bored for a single second throughout the whole movie, the A+ script and acting are very intriguing and keep you wanting more and more, I was actually kinda sad it was only 85 minutes long
This was such an underated movie, ffs. One man carrying a story like this seemed impossible, but making it that rivetting made it magical. Amazing performance, very well directed. And I read that Hardy was actually sick during filming, but that he carried on with it because it helped the character feel even more uncomfortable and exhausted.
You made a "12 Angry Men" reference, so I watched it. I'm a sucker for black and white classics, and it was an amazing film, very intelligent. With your recommendation of this film, I want to watch "Locke" too. Thank you for this review!
I keep hearing great things about this film. I might check this out! Great review!
Amazing film. Hardy is simply brilliant...he needs an Oscar at some point.
Chris, I agree with everything you've said, except for its rewatchability. I have watched this movie tons of times and still enjoy putting it on
I must say that this really cemented Hardy as an amazing talent.
Great view Chris.
The way Tom Hardy says "Fuck" in this movie is so badass.
What I like about this movie is a simple problem we faced everyday in our life. It is up to us either to face the problems or run away. This is where I like about how he saw his father and remembering of what he did to himself and does not want to end up like his father whereas he drinks, run away from his problems, and regretted it. He decides to face the worst problem he ever made and had to make it up instead of running away. I like this part because I feel a connection between me and Ivan and reminding myself this is why I should not run away from my problems and instead, face and learn from them. Shame it is 1 1/2 hour movie. Should have it done for 2 1/2 hour.
I am still waiting to get to see this, Tom Hardy is usually incredible in whatever he does, I will have to check it out soon.
When's the Neighbours review coming Chris?
very interesting concept + tom hardy? can't wait to watch this!
Also thx Chris, I can finally read The Shining for free now :D
This reminds me of the film Sunset Limited with Tommy Lee Jones and Samuel L. Jackson. All shot from different angles and only set in one apartment, really makes you feel the texture of the apartment and emotional moments of the film. Also written by Cormac MaCarthy. Hopefully I'll be inside a car for 90 minutes with Tom Hardy and feel the same emotional tension given by solely by dialogue.
i literally JUST watched it, and i came here to see if you did a review, and u DID. loved the movie.
Great movie, I agree that it can't be re watched over and over again, but its very compelling.
I just watched this film, and I loved it so much, great writing.
Just saw this on Sunday. Its good. The ending though was anticlimactic. I see your point about rewatchability.
can you do a review on a film called "Blue Ruin"? I've only seen the trailer which looked pretty compelling.
Towards the middle, I even forgot that I was watching a movie at all. It felt so real almost like I was in the car with him.
A24 keeps pumpin out good movies! I love Tom Hardy as an actor, and he drove this movie (pun intended). Also, all of the conversations were done in real time over the phone with Hardy in the car and the other actors in a hotel room.
Please review Legend (2015)
The ending was so anticlimactic.. the movie up till that point? Was simply phenomenal.. extraordinary acting, even the voice actors; I swore I can see them & their surroundings in such detail. Almost like reservoir dogs, I swear I saw the robbery, I promise I thought I saw the robbery after watching the movie- same here, you’ll swear you’ve seen everything in detail. Great movie, anticlimactic ending.
Is there an adult version of your film reviews available? That excludes words like, Friggin, Awesome, Boom and amazin!
I just rented the DVD-Locke.
I'm watching-it tonight. I hope I like it as much as you did. :-)
I give this film 4 out of 5 stars... This movie is so freakin' amazing... :) and thanks for the info Chris... at first i thought this film was filmed in one night. It's so amazing that the editing team can done it very well :)
I frickin' love this movie. The movie's constraints really help to tighten up the script, and the movie's focus makes it relentlessly riveting. Tom Hardy's performance is the best I've seen in years. I enjoyed it just as much the 2nd and 3rd time just solely on the mood it conveys. My only substantial complaint is that the shaky cam gets violent near the end and gets me a little headachey. Overall I'd give it an A.
How can I watch this movie? Is it on Netflix, or On Demand? Because it's not playing in any of my theaters unless I drive an hour and a half. Looks like a great movie though, and great review Chris!
try Putlocker
It's worth the drive, trust me.
if you drive one hour and a half to get the movie bring a camera with you, maybe you can make the sequel! :D
Ricardo Amendoeira It's funny to read this comment, because I just saw this movie yesterday acutally! Thank you Redbox. Great movie with a budget of $1.4 million! Tom Hardy should get an Oscar Nomination for this role.
Chris you should do one of your in-depth reviews on this movie, it just seems like the type of film you would do
We need a review on your hair products, how do you get that volume?
I never believed in a caracter like I did with this movie. It looks so real.
I just watch the movie. in fact i was listening to it like a podcast. And the writing and acting are fenomenal! So well done that you dont need any pictures to understand what is going on.
Brilliant brilliant movie. I love that this is one of the only movies when being in a car feels really like being in a car. no green screens... but o a real highway. Love it.
this movie will make you feel like you are part of it in a way , you feel there somehow and other aspects of the movie make this a very enjoyable , relaxing and comfy film to watch(besides the bad stuff happening to the characters) whenever you feel a lilttle off or bored. For me this and the Drop are very cool movies.
I just watched this and the first place i went to was this channel to see if Chris reviewed it.
A- .. yep.. sounds about right. I would've been angry if you went any lower!
The performance and script was just amazing. had me on the edge of my seat for the whole run time. Goes to show what film is all about really.. you don't need a huge budget to have a good film. good acting and writing is key!
Chris you should do a blu ray update!
I absolutely loved this movie. to me it was more like a visual poem than a movie. definitely not for everyone. but I loved it.
I thought it was absolutely great, so well done!
As someone who works in a callcentre I was blown away by the dialogue. People don't speak in the same way over the phone as they do face to face or in movies, movies rarely get it right, it's a subtle difference, but very immersive they put effort into this dialogue.
I never would have thought a dialogue only movie would have me this immersed.
Tom Hardy always has a tendency to be type casted into roles where you plays Tom Hardy, this is one of the few he seems to actually go above and beyond. Don't get me wrong, when Tom Hardy plays Tom Hardy he makes great movies, but here he shows a different set of talents.
I was expecting a more dramatic ending (like the building collapsing at the end or the baby dying), but I really enjoyed it.
Пересматриваю фильм постоянно на английском с субтитрами, чтобы услышать голос Тома. Снова и снова переживать эмоции. Не хотела бы я оказаться на месте его жены. Услышать такое от любимого человека. Ужасно.! Смотрю и смотрю. Этот фильм как магнит.... Талантливый Том- талантлив во всём. Обожаю ❤❤❤
Remarkable film, tension amped to extraordinary levels. I had a problem with the basic plot point; however, in the interest of not ruining the film for those who have not seen it, I will not expound upon it. In this role, Hardy achieves heights I did not think possible after his role(s) in Legend, also a fabulous film. Must-see film.
does audible have graphic novels?
Fan theory: HE DIDN'T GO TO THE HOSPITAL. all exits leading to a hospital have a sign saying so, this exit did not. Also his right blinker is on but he turns left. Similar to the very beginning. A symbol of deception. He tells her he's coming but in reality he is not. You can see the hospital later on, if he was going there he would have taken an earlier exit. His sons voice mail changed his mind.
I thought it wouldn't have a great re watchability factor but I've seen this a few times now and I think it just enhances it
Nice review and the first i completely agree with.