Fargo
Aroview: The gifted Coen Brothers cross two of their previous treasures - RAISING ARIZONA and BLOOD SIMPLE for this lovingly mocking tale of insurance fraud that goes horribly wrong in snow-caked Minnesota. A benign, pregnant sheriff sniffs out the trouble while anchoring a priceless cast of hick-town eccentrics.
NZ International Film Festival 1996
Member Reviews
Average rating (Exceptional). Showing 1-6 of 6 member reviews.
4 stars (Very Good) A solid suspense with plenty of dark humour, the Coens cement their place in the gritty murder-mystery genre, with steady well-paced storytelling and their own unique visual feel. ~Tom H
5 stars (Exceptional) classic low key effort from everyone - a winner. ~Tubbs
5 stars (Exceptional) Exceptional on pretty much every level including the stunning cinematography, a career-best performance from McDormand, but it's greatest asset is the sly, subtle, dark and hilarious screenplay and direction form the infallible Coen Brothers. ~Wizzums
4 stars (Very Good) ~mvvm
4 stars (Very Good) Beautiful cinematography. Masterclass acting. Fabulous rural noir, with a great score to boot. And yet, as a Midwesterner, I can't help but feel a bit made fun of by the Minnesota-charactures. ~Pop&Coffee
5 stars (Exceptional) ~gradientboon
DVD Features
- cast and/or crew interviews
- 'making of' documentary / featurette
- trailers
- aspect ratio: 1.85:1
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