Miami Vice

I bet anyone over the age of 23 or 24 out there still has vivid memories of the old "Miami Vice" series starring Donna Johnson. Well, get ready, because this summer we’re finally getting the big-screen reboot featuring Colin Farrell and Jamie Foxx in the lead roles, all directed and written by the Oscar winner Michael Mann (the guy behind "Heat" and "Manhunter").

You can grab all the details on the movie here.

We'll just have to wait and see how this plays out. Either it’s going to be a massive hit or a total disaster.

Honestly,
it just wouldn't be complete without those white loafers and a pink men's suit straight out of the 80s.

I actually stumbled onto a film set in Miami last summer—was just hanging out at a restaurant while they were shooting right out front. Who knows, I might even end up in a scene myself 🙂

I just downloaded a few episodes of Miami Vice from the web, and man, what a ride!
It blows all this modern TV trash out of the water.
"YOU BELONG TO THE CITY,
YOU BELONG TO THE NIGHT
LIVING IN THE RHYTHM OF DARKNESS
BENEATH THE NEON LIGHTS" ........pure nostalgia right there.🙂

Heh, a pretty cool series. 🙏
What is Jamie Foxx even doing here? 😲 👎

amberharbor3 said:I ended up stumbling onto a set in Miami last summer at this restaurant while they were filming right out front. I might even show up in a scene or something. 🙂

The forum crowd is taking over Hollywood
🙏

Michael Mann is a director with a very distinct, recognizable body of work. It means that within just five minutes of any of his movies, you can pretty much tell who’s behind the camera... which basically translates to... stunning cinematography, aggressive close-ups, heavily choreographed shootouts, and those ultra-cool performances from the cast.

As for the story... well, the idea that all these stylistic elements should stick together like glue on a craft project... that’s more of a secondary concern for Mr. Mann. Unfortunately, this film lacks that killer narrative concept found in Heat... specifically... Don't let yourself get attached to anything you are not willing to walk out on in 30 seconds flat if you feel the heat around the corner. That whole premise where private life gets tangled up with the job: undercover is handled so banally that it's hard to swallow (unlike a study like Donnie Brasco). I mean... if one of the two main characters had a corporate motto, it would probably be we thought of everything because, as the character says in the movie, i dont like them - they are too god, making a fatal mistake that spins the plot toward something totally predictable.

I say unfortunately because the other parts of the film are actually quite well done. Plus, the atmosphere is bolstered by the fact that nearly two-thirds of the movie—just like his previous stuff—takes place at night, set against a backdrop ripped straight from some high-end luxury travel guide. You spend half the time wondering when Tom Cruise is going to show up... also, while the villains in this flick look dangerous enough... you don't really get the sense that they actually *are* dangerous (not like in Scarface, where that was totally convincing).

Such a shame...

I finally sat down to watch that movie yesterday, and I have to say... I was genuinely floored by just how good it actually is.
I’ll be honest, my initial assumption was that this would just be some cheap, mindless American blockbuster packed with whatever Hollywood heartthrobs are trending right now, but I couldn't have been more wrong.
The narrative, the acting, the action sequences, the twists, the way everything unfolds... the cinematography alone... I really feel like this film deserves way more credit than it gets. It's a legitimate classic.
Does anyone else feel the same way?

As far as I know, it hasn't even hit theaters here yet. I don't think we should be getting too worked up about it either—it's Michael Mann behind the camera, after all... plus, the cast looks pretty solid to me.

I am genuinely looking forward to this,😬 though I can't help but wonder why they didn't lean into a total retro aesthetic. You know, give it that heavy 80s vibe... think Donna Johnson in a crisp white blazer over a black and pink shirt, cruising around in a sleek white sports car...
But hey, I’m hitting the theater as soon as it drops regardless. I grew up watching the original series—it was basically my childhood obsession...😬 it was just such a vibe...

The movie finally hit theaters, and I’m heading out to catch it tomorrow.
Honestly, the only reason I'm even going is because of Michael Mann... he's one of those rare, actual filmmakers left in Hollywood—you know, someone who actually handles the directing, the writing, the producing—who basically guarantees you aren't wasting your time. I mean, look at his track record with stuff like Heat, Insider, or Collateral...
I'm really expecting some top-tier entertainment.

I think I'll head out to see it one of these days. Let me know what you think once you're done, but please—no spoilers. 🙂

It would honestly be such a shame if they set the story in the 80s.😬
I mean, it could have been a real blast. You’d have all those college girls running around in the series—ideally in white outfits with those little socks!

The movie is just cool.
That’s pretty much the one word that sums it all up...
I’ve got massive respect for Michael Mann, and honestly, if anyone else had been behind the camera, this would’ve turned into a total train wreck.
Instead, we ended up with two hours of pure, solid entertainment.
It might not quite hit the heights of Heat or Insider, but it’s basically the kind of flick Michael "Action Man" Bay dreams about making—you can tell he was itching to do something like this back when he did Bad Boys. But since he’s perpetually short on actual talent, he’s never going to pull off a movie like this... not now, not ever. Mann, though? He could probably do this in his sleep.
Since we're talking about a big Hollywood action spectacle, I don't really have any major gripes. As always with a Mann film, the cinematography is flawless... the whole thing looks gorgeous.

It’s a decent movie, but nothing to write home about. My biggest gripe is that Jamie Foxx is basically a non-entity here, totally overshadowed by Farrell.

Personally, I’d argue that Jamie Foxx delivers a much stronger performance and leaves a far more lasting impression than Farrell. While Farrell's character definitely gets more screen time, Foxx just completely outshines him every single time they share a scene together. It’s all about that presence.

Sandra Chase16 said:man
you can't pull that off without white loafers and some pink 80s power suits

That’s what I was saying. Linen suits, tank tops, jersey vibes... 😍

This movie is seriously, TRULY good.
While the script and Gong Li's performance are definitely his weakest points, everything else about it is fantastic.

Definitely worth a watch...

Marrakesh said:I’d actually argue Foxx’s performance was way stronger and left a much better impression than Farrell’s. Farrell’s character gets more screen time, sure, but Foxx just eats him alive every single time they share a scene. It’s all about the presence.

Foxx is a complete disaster in this movie from start to finish. His lifeless face and terrible posture just drag the whole thing down. They should have cast someone with actual energy, or at least tried to get Foxx to actually show up to work.