lucky number slevin

despite bad reviews, this movie is a tricky little thriller with enough witticism and star power to keep you entertained for its duration. there is too much violence and stereotyping (Sir Ben Kingsley's gangster rabbi is a particularly offensive character), but that comes with the territory. Lucy Liu plays an unbelievably cute coroner and Morgan Freeman raises the quality of the film just by being in it. there's no point in trying to tell you what it's about, but if you like stories of mistaken identity, slick assassins, and fabulous wallpaper, this is one for you.