One of the most unforgettable Euro movies of the 90's. It's hard to recommend this film highly enough, but I should add that more than one viewing is required to get the best from La Haine. This is a major boon to the film and it stands out of the crowd for this, even though many people will dislike it because of this. Above all the film whilst showing the influences of American films and society has a very clear sense of it's own identity and at no time does it feel like another US Ghetto film transposed to France. The quality of acting is simply stunning from several actors and it would be a shame if it was simply dismissed as "just another foreign art-house movie" by audiences outside France. The characters are above all believable and the cast did a great job. The plotline is compelling and realistic and neatly shows the way that inner city life has gone in the big cities in France as well as proving that despite the romance of Paris, it suffers from the same problems as any other major city. It's rare that a film like this is considered both genuine and a good example of it's art but La Haine is both.
The first thing that stands out about the film is the cinematography. I have seen La Haine a handful of times now and with each viewing it just gets better. My vote: 10 out of 10 Favorite films: Lesser-known Masterpieces: Favorite Low-Budget and B-movies: Favorite TV-Shows reviewed: As much a realistic portrayal of a torn society as it is an artistic achievement, 'La Haine' is essential viewing. And, perhaps most of all, THE perfect script. Everything fits: the musical choices, the outstanding performances by the 3 main characters, the beautiful cinematography and flawless direction. But it's also a cinematic masterpiece and great, often hilarious entertainment. While there are so many references to Scorsese that you could almost call it an homage, this French milestone deals with the disillusioned youth who live in the outskirts of Paris in such an elegant - and honest - way, that I would go so far as to call it the most relevant French film of the last 20 years.
'Mean Streets' in french - and so much more.
The most relevant French film of the last 20 years
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