Savages [Unrated] [DVD] [2012]

Savages boils down to a revenge film, but it's tarted up with so many extraneous plot machinations and stylistic flashiness that the grittiness of the core storyline gets lost at times. Still, this is one of Stone's most gorgeously shot recent films (if you don't mind the occasional decapitation, random shooting, and body being set on fire). The film is relentlessly breathless, which actually helps it overcome some of its dramatic stumbles, but its attempts to briefly interject some humor (mostly courtesy of Travolta's character) never seem nearly as funny as del Toro and Hayek playing not just to the second balcony, but evidently to some far off planet. Those who can stomach the mayhem and who won't mind the logical inconsistencies of this film may want to check it out on style points alone. Others may want to recycle their old VHS of JFK instead—it actually makes more sense than this film a lot of the time.

This is a good movie to pass the time.. it’s got some great action and a good cast.

a bloody war between two best friends in Laguna Beach, ca and the Mexican cartel that want in on it. Along with video sent to them by Elena who runs a Mexican cartel of 2 Mexican beheaded

This movie has a good plot, it keeps you guessing throughout. We didn't know what to expect, and ended up really enjoying it.. Best Buy only has a rating with whole stars, we would rate this a 3.5 star movie. It's not the best movie ever, but it's not just mediocre either....like I said, good plot along with good acting. I don't want to give away any spoilers, but I definitely recommend it.

This film is a classic. Did it receive the hype and acknowledgment that it deserves? Probably not. This is a film that is just fantastic! The story is weird, quirky, but engaging. It makes you ask yourself questions, why are the characters doing what they're doing, what motivates them? How does that reflect on myself? The visual storytelling is fantastic, you can tell alot of time and attention to detail was put into every single shot you see and sound that you hear. Truly a sensory overload!

"Savages" is a welcome return to appropriately lurid form for Oliver Stones. A whole lot of bloody, messy, and stylish fun can be found within the confines of it's bloated running time, just as long as you're willing to overlook a few obvious (but not deal breaking) flaws.

I’ve always seen parts of this on tv but never from start to finish and let me tell you that makes a big difference! I really enjoyed it

Great Oliver Stone movie about 3 potheads who get mixed up with the cartel. Cops, chronic and carnage. Love Benitio in this movie. The scene with the landscaping crew is priceless and worth admission.