[ movie film ]
Matchstick Men (2003)
My rating: 4.3
This is a good character sketch of a career con man (Nicholas Cage) who constantly battles various behavioral neurosis (compulsive cleaning disorder) while taking on a new major scam with his partner, and discovering the tribulations of finding his 14 year old daughter from a failed marriage years before.
All this is effectively draped over a massive reverse con that you eventually see coming but is still fun watching the development.
This is not an overt comedy, but has numerous moments of humor.
Very good performances by all involved, especially the 14 year old daughter played by 22 year old Alison Lohman - she's completely convincing as a 14 year old.
The DVD has a nice documentary about the "making of" Matchstick Men.
This one is worth your time, even if it's not totally original in execution. Very enjoyable.
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