Diminished By One: John Egbers, the Trans Am Bike Race and a Place Like Kansas

I popped this dvd in without expecting it to be good or bad; knowing not to completely believe the critics' reviews on the film. Immediately, I loved Ritchie's dark humor that we have already seen in Snatch and his other films. This film makes fun of "high society", but also pokes humor on itself. The actors I thought did a good job with their performances (there are other actors who get away with less acting abilities!). This movie isn't only about its love story, but brings up many other ideas that we are all currently living with. The movie kept me laughing all the way through to the twist. I really reccomend you to watch the movie and just enjoy it.

Okay, lets face facts...Madonna is a much better musician than an actress, but credit is due for perseverence."Swept Away" is another great film by Guy Ritchie...edgy and too the point. Madonna isnt all too bad either.The first half of the film she is a little over the top with her bold bitchiness...but the later part of the film she softens and her character becomes believable.The ending was a total surprise and a very un-Hollywood romantic ending.You may not have seen it at the theatre, but its worth seeing on DVD/video.Plus Madonna looks great!