Film Review #026 - Fight Club (1999)

Fight Club (1999) directed by David Fincher, exhibits a unique cinematographic style that amalgamates elements reminiscent of Martin Scorsese, Todd Philips, and Quentin Tarantino. The film's balanced approach to storytelling is particularly striking, with Fincher adding his own spice. Notable are the animated “super closeup shots”, which, despite being CGI, integrate seamlessly into the narrative without ruining the scene.

The camera work in "Fight Club" is influenced by Scorsese's style, particularly the fast left-to-right pans. However, Fincher modifies this technique to fit his own storytelling. The low-angle wide shots, medium closeup are visually stunning and make the film more immersive.


The object destruction scenes in "Fight Club'' are really impressive. These scenes remind me of the explosions in Christopher Nolan's Tenet (2020) which are realistic, but in Fight Club it's not too exaggerated. 


Fight Club has a complex and unpredictable story that may require multiple viewings to fully understand. The film is engaging and thought-provoking because of its unpredictable nature and intense and insane storytelling. The voice narration in the movie makes the storytelling more interesting and helps the audience stay engaged with the story. It also adds depth to the film's overall narrative.


Brad Pitt's performance in "Fight Club" is iconic and demonstrates his versatility as an actor, showcasing a stark contrast to his role in Ad Astra (2019). Edward Norton also did a really great job in acting in his role. His character development in "Fight Club" is dynamic, yet confusing and very crucial to this film.


The music in "Fight Club" complements the film's tone perfectly, enhancing the overall viewing experience. Additionally, the sound mixing is well-done.


In short, "Fight Club" is an outstanding movie that combines unique camera work, captivating storytelling, and great performances. The movie is a mix of different director styles, and Fincher's own unique vision, which makes it a great and enjoyable film to watch.


Rating: 10/10

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