This movie is better than the 5,1 at which it currently stands. The acting is great, Richie and his buddy Tony are a very enjoyable duo, but Ritchie alone is a good portayed layered character. Music and directing also above average. Watch and enjoy.
13 Reviews
The power of social media
frank-liesenborgs24 October 2021
The plot of Forever Rich is confusing. You get the impression that whatever you do and it goes viral, bad or good things, you will come out at the end better. More violence backfires initially but prevails at the end. In his own way, the movie tries to justify violence on social media (the full Monty USA version). Richie (Jonas Smulders) outperforms most of the other actors but in general the acting is good. And nice character moments are built in. One problem is Richie´s duality. He pretends to be the bad boy but is he really bad? Or just stupid and narcissistic? The biggest problem are the plot twists. They are really messed up. A bit like the filming. The handheld filming is not clear and makes it sometimes difficult to follow the story. The conclusion is dashed, leaving big plot holes and question marks surrounding the fate of several characters, along with a conflicting message by the time the credits roll. I'm sure "violence solves all your problems" isn't what this film is trying to get across and yet, that's what we end up with. I am sure that viewers from the Netherlands and the Flemish part of Belgium will like the movie.
To put my review in perspective, I saw the original version of the movie (in Dutch and as I am from Belgium the experience will be different if you do not understand Dutch and have to rely on subtitles)
To put my review in perspective, I saw the original version of the movie (in Dutch and as I am from Belgium the experience will be different if you do not understand Dutch and have to rely on subtitles)
Based on a true story?
love_tina901 October 2021
When I first saw the trailer I was struck by how immensely similar it was to a case in my country recently. Someone involved in the film must have read Swedish newspapers... After watching the movie all I can think is that they should have stuck to the true story. It would have been a more interesting film. It was still a decent movie though.
Decent film?
gfxpronet10 October 2021
After seeing the trailer I didn't know what to expect. So I went in blank. It was a very decent movie that reflects some similarities that the rap scene has, such as social media and its influences and pressures. The movie was very chaotic and the scenario's wasn't the best... A lot of the dialogue wasn't very story related, and some actions were more fictional than actual behavior. So my question about this movie would be... "What's the real message of this movie"?
Forever on my list of regrets
michelleoverton9 October 2021
Well I kind of figured this movie would be less of a drama and more of a comedy showing. If you like seeing the life is wack rappers on the screen then watch this movie. If not, it would be a good idea to skip this movie. It also has weird sound feedback bc the voices are dubbed over and made it sound like someone was narrating instead of acting. Well that's about all I have to say. Beware!
Decent movie some major plot oversights
stevenmortonuk9 October 2021
Uncut Gems for the Rap Community
Jblum54 October 2021
I went into this film with very low expectations. I had heard almost zero buzz about it and most Netflix movies with no buzz around them are just awful. This one was a surprise hit for me though.
I do think an interest in Hip-Hop culture is almost a requirement to enjoy this film. This movie is such an effective critique about rappers/artists putting their fake public persona over their own humanity. If this this doesn't interest you though- I may pass on the film. It is the driving theme of the entire film.
This film has the kinetic energy and anxiety of "Uncut Gems" as you watch and the main character continually make frustratingly questionable decisions throughout the films entire runtime. There are a ton of cringeworthy moments that can be intentionally hard to watch. There isn't a dull moment to be had though and the performances and dialogue are solid and believable.
I do understand the poorer reviews this film is getting as well. The third act is filled with some of the biggest plot conveniences and hole you will see. You wait for some actions that should have significant consequences and they just... don't. It is almost done on purpose to create a fantasy element and I would prefer more grounded writing personally. The characters are not greatly fleshed out. There are some moments that just aren't fun to really watch.
Overall I think the film is a triumph of anxiety , action and suspense and it's in the top 10 Netflix originals of 2021.
I do think an interest in Hip-Hop culture is almost a requirement to enjoy this film. This movie is such an effective critique about rappers/artists putting their fake public persona over their own humanity. If this this doesn't interest you though- I may pass on the film. It is the driving theme of the entire film.
This film has the kinetic energy and anxiety of "Uncut Gems" as you watch and the main character continually make frustratingly questionable decisions throughout the films entire runtime. There are a ton of cringeworthy moments that can be intentionally hard to watch. There isn't a dull moment to be had though and the performances and dialogue are solid and believable.
I do understand the poorer reviews this film is getting as well. The third act is filled with some of the biggest plot conveniences and hole you will see. You wait for some actions that should have significant consequences and they just... don't. It is almost done on purpose to create a fantasy element and I would prefer more grounded writing personally. The characters are not greatly fleshed out. There are some moments that just aren't fun to really watch.
Overall I think the film is a triumph of anxiety , action and suspense and it's in the top 10 Netflix originals of 2021.
Hyped up social media life on steroids
jskfbnm13 October 2021
If you imagine a fake gangster rapper with no common sense who constantly lives his live by social media who gets robbed then exaggerate it by 5 you might have an idea what to expect.
Very poor storyline which seems to be very focused on exaggerated social media interactions which ruins it and stops it from being taken seriously.
Very poor storyline which seems to be very focused on exaggerated social media interactions which ruins it and stops it from being taken seriously.
You can easily skip this
cvanekeris18 October 2021
Worst movie i have ever seen
ninoysoenarto10 October 2021
Surprisingly good.
sprichnichtzumir9 October 2021
This movie has a nice script and acting. Depicts very well the social pressure from social media to famous people, and how fame is a serious topic, sometimes even dangerous. The story itself, is very chaotic and original. I really liked it and I recommend it.
Terrible
mikedewolff6 November 2021
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