Vice

source: Vice

After I first saw the trailer for this film, I wasn't expecting such a funny, yet unsettling film. Christian Bale plays Dick Cheney, an intelligent man whose thirst for power sees him become the most influential American Vice-President ever. Bale's performance is commendable, but Vice's supporting cast - consisting of Amy Adams, Steve Carell and Sam Rockwell - complete the movie. Writer and Director Adam McKay brought this true story of power (and it's abuse) and politics to life with his unique perspective, and the skilled editing makes this film all the more enjoyable. In my opinion, Vice is a must-see film of 2018. 9/10

This film is a biopic of Dick Cheney, with a bit more of an emphasis on his early years as opposed to what exactly went down when he was VP (I mean, President). Bale is utterly transformative as Cheney in this film - makes Daniel Day Lewis' Lincoln look like a high school performance. Seriously, a freaking masterclass in acting. It looks just like Dick Cheney is on screen. It's just uncanny. How the hell did he not get the Oscar for this?

If you like anti-conservative movies based on true stories, then this movie might be the ticket. Christian Bale plays the role of Dick Cheney, who overcame the odds and became the most powerful vice president in modern history while fighting health issues and personal agendas. Amy Adams plays his wife, who takes care of Mr. Cheney as he survives a gunshot wound while shooting out in the wild and gets a heart donated by an Iraq war veteran that was killed by a car near the end of the movie. In a time of change and hope, movies like this teach us the terror that happened back then and how it is to this day. Hopefully it gets some much Oscar and Golden Globe love in the next few months...

... President or a character trait? There is a reason they chose that title. Well that's me assuming of course, but you can see it too. What I didn't see, at least until I watched the movie, was Dick Cheney. This shines a very interesting light on a figure who had way more influence than many people knew at the time and maybe still are not aware of. And take Bale now - you might already be aware that he takes his acting seriously. Now with added makeup this goes even further. No wonder this won an Oscar (I don't think anyone bet against that) in that department. Sam Rockwell almost gets drowned/forgotten about in all this. And his George H.W. Bush Jr. is as good as Bale Cheney is. So while we can and probably will be stunned by the performances and how close they are to the real thing, the movie itself is gripping too. So it's not just a gimmick...this really is good

This movie was upsetting, frustrating, and creepy. Humor, what humor? The editing and cinematography were a mess! The quick cuts and inserted random images were confusing and off-putting. Its narration, and other aspects, broke the fourth wall way too many times. The music for the end credits was an odd choice. I think the casting was a waste of very talented actors. I don't think Christian Bale would have won the Golden Globe if he had been compared to actors in that category another year, and he can do better. Disappointing, disturbing, and hopefully forgettable.

I saw this at an SFFILM sneak preview with McKay in person to answer questions. Very funny film with some wild unexpected moments and some moments that put our current governmental crisis into context. Highly recommend this film, especially if you remember the Bush/Cheney/Rumsfeld gang. In case you've forgotten, this film will bring it all back....

Whether it's entirely fact-based or not, I can't deny how engrossed I was by its unique and interesting style. The film starts out very strong and compelling, but the screenplay is bit choppy and doesn't stick the landing. While some events are brushed over, others are brilliant and enjoyable enough to make the film an overall worthwhile experience. The performances are truly great and Christian Bale is an absolute powerhouse with such a commanding presence. This is a film with purpose, no matter how unsubtle of a gut-punch it may intend to deliver.

An oddball way of presenting the story of Dick Cheney. Odd cuts and presentation method of the story. I was thoroughly entertained. Not one moment that was slow moving. Set your politics aside for two hours and appreciate great filmmaking.

More of a character study than a documentary. Brilliant performances. You can't argue with facts. They're honest about what's fiction. Loved the ending. Society is a mess!