Chasing Amy

Chasing Amy (1997)
Seen on DVD 30th July 2008

Ben Affleck should ALWAYS wear pants.

Some say it's the worst of the Kevin Smith - Jay and Silent Bob series... but it is totally the best, in refference to actually great movies with stories and emotions.

STORY: 5/7 - (I went through something like what you're talkin' 'bout, 'couple years ago, this chick named Amy.)
So Holden and Banky are the succesful creators of the comic book "Bluntman and Chronic" based on family favourites Jay and Silent Bob. All is going well for them until Holden meets, and falls for Alyssa. She is smart, funny, brilliant, talented and... well... a lesbian.

ACTING: 5/7 - (I love you, I always will. Know that. But I'm not your fucking whore)
Joey Lauren Adams is the show stealer here as Alyssa. I totally believe every word that comes out of her mouth!

CINEMATOGRAPHY / VISUAL EFFECTS: 3/7
Nothing all that special in refference to cinematography.

SCORE / SOUND: 4.5/7
If Kevin Smith is involved you're almost guarenteed an awesome soundtrack of cool alternative music.

SONGS: 4/7 - (Alyssa totally sings a song)
Alyssa is a surprisingly good singer, especially after the "she THINKS she can sing" introduction.

*Jay and Silent Bob*


- HERE'S A BIT OF A SPOILER -
An Extended Quote From The Movie.

I love you. And not in a friendly way, although I think we're great friends. And not in a misplaced affection, puppy-dog way, although I'm sure that's what you'll call it. And it's not because you're unattainable. I love you. Very simple, very truly. You're the epitome of every attribute and quality I've ever looked for in another person. I know you think of me as just a friend and crossing that line is the furthest thing from an option you'd ever consider. But I can't do this any longer. I can't stand next to you without wanting to hold you. I can't look into your eyes without feeling that longing you only read about in trashy romance novels. I can't talk to you without wanting to express my love for everything you are. I know this will probably queer our friendship - no pun intended - but I had to say it, because I've never felt this before, and I like who I am because of it. And if bringing it to light means we can't hang out anymore, then that hurts me. But I couldn't allow another day to go by without getting it out there, regardless of the outcome, which by the look on your face is to be the inevitable shoot-down. And I'll accept that But I know some part of you is hesitating for a moment, and if there is a moment of hesitation, that means you feel something too. All I ask is that you not suppress that - at least for ten minutes - and try to dwell in it before you dismiss it. There isn't another soul on this *beep* planet who's ever made me the person I am when I'm with you, and I would risk this friendship for the chance to take it to the next plateau. Because it's there between you and me. You can't deny that. And even if we never speak again after tonight, please know that I'm forever changed because of you and what you've meant to me, which - while I do appreciate it - I'd never need a painting of birds bought at a diner to remind me of.


Overall: 5/7


Interesting Facts -
- Joey Lauren Adams was dating Kevin Smith at the time of filming.
- Joey Lauren Adams wrote the song she sings
- Kevin Smith wrote three issues of the "Bluntman and Chronic" comic book
- The Button on Hooper's jacket says "The Black Man is God"