Sunday, March 18, 2007

Review - Dogma

"Dogma" is the fourth film of director Kevin Smith's "View Askewniverse" series. It is a comedy with a most unusual angle.
We begin the movie by meeting two angels, Bartleby and Loki. The pair have been exiled from Heaven and must spend the rest of eternity in Wisconsin. By a mysterious letter, they learn of a church in New Jersey which is having a special day...walk through the front door, and all your sins are forgiven. However...if the pair does this...it will prove that God is capable of making a mistake. And if that happens...all life will immediately cease to exist. Enter Bethany Sloane - a jaded woman who works in an abortion clinic. She is informed by an angel that she is the only one who can stop the two angels from undoing all existance. With the help of the 13th Apostle, two unusual allies, and a very attractive muse...can she prevent life from being undone?
Kevin Smith brings his own unique vision to this most unusual topic. Can God make a mistake? And what would be the consequences if that were to happen? The characters (as usual) make the movie. Every actor/actress brings something to their character to make them appealing and a lot of fun. And yes...fear not...Jay and Silent Bob are along for the ride as well.
For fans of Smith, anyone looking for an unusual comedy, or someone with a few questions for the Almighty, "Dogma" will give you all you seek.
Starring - Linda Fiorentino, Chris Rock, Salma Hayek, Alan Rickman, Ben Affleck, and Matt Damon. Directed by Kevin Smith.
Time - 2 hours, 10 minutes. Rated - R (Violence, language, drug content, and sexual references)

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