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Romper Stomper (1992)
Rate:
4
Viewed:
9/05
9/05:
So, let me guess: Romper Stomper is Russell Crowe's autobiographical film?
In any case, it looks realistic. Anyway, it's your standard nihilistic picture, but this time, it's less
depressing than Sid and Nancy. The plot is a mix of
The Believer, A Clockwork Orange, and
Niagara, Niagara.
I was initially confounded by the message Romper Stomper was trying to convey. At the end, I seem to have completely
missed the point. Meanwhile, it's a nice foray for Russell Crowe, but Daniel Pollock tops him by giving a better performance.
All in all, not a total dreck, Romper Stomper plays somewhat well given the running length.