Review of Go

"Go" has its flaws. The plot is pretty contrived, and at times cartoonish. However, it's hard to dislike a film like this, because there's just never a dull moment! Nonstop entertainment from start to finish. The cast is impressive and energetic. Breckin Meyer ("Clueless") steals the show as a "ghetto" white boy who swears he has African-American blood in him. And the other actors are equally good. You can say this movie fulfills its R-rating almost completely. It seems to be excessive in every immoral aspect: gratuitous drug use, gratuitous nudity, gratuitous profanity. So make sure you leave your inhibitions at the door before entering. The twists are amusing, though sometimes preposterous, and unexpected. The way the scenes are designed out of sequence gives it a bit of an uneven feel, but is also amazingly unique and sometimes works smoothly. I definitely can't blame this film for being cliched, because this is chock full of originality. Of course, there are people everywhere saying this has echoes of "Pulp Fiction." But if that movie didn't come out first, I wouldn't think that would have any impact on how this film is made. I, in no way, think it's a rip-off.

"Go" is a fun, outrageous ride that cannot be explained in a conventional manner. This is one of those just-see-it-for-yourself flicks. Despite its flaws, the energy is kept high--whether it's through the hot soundtrack, the talented young cast, the lightning-fast editing--and I think many will have a real good time!

P.S.: There's a great strip club scene with Surrender Cinema star Nikki Fritz that is DEFINITELY worth checking out.