Like everyone else who loves innovation in movies, the idea of a single shot film was a terrific idea, and after watching Boiling Point, I still agree, but the story wandered here and there, and although the finale was explosive enough, I wouldn't mind betting a lot of restaurants have the same atmosphere after a busy Saturday night. I found myself more intrigued by the technicality of it all, the camera relentlessly trailing one cast member after another, and the layout of the restaurant kitchens and dining area lent itself well to this premise. But the petty obsessions of the general public and even the restaurant staff intruded all the time and took away from the general feel of the film.
Stephen Graham was one of the smaller cast members and really made his presence felt, as did Vinette Jones. The ensemble cast did well as a team and everything felt authentic. I think this is a good idea and there are probably better stories out there which can be told in this setting but using better techniques of pacing and general plotting. At times I felt I was suffering from information overload.
Stephen Graham was one of the smaller cast members and really made his presence felt, as did Vinette Jones. The ensemble cast did well as a team and everything felt authentic. I think this is a good idea and there are probably better stories out there which can be told in this setting but using better techniques of pacing and general plotting. At times I felt I was suffering from information overload.