Fight Club

The Fuck the system thing is okay, with a satirical undertone and plenty of references as well. No one can deny David Fincher's technical skill and thematic originality, but the philosophy misses the mark. A person can really be whatever they want, as long as they do what they should. But I understand that the masses are thrilled by it, how could they not, everything that is missing in other movies is here, or the other way around. (31/01/2005)

David Fincher has done it again, and after Se7en he delivers a film that stands a notch higher in my book. The star trio of Edward Norton, Brad Pitt and Elena Bonham Carter were convincing and made the most of their performances. A great premise that looks ordinary at first sight (because you can find fights in every other American film), but when you delve deeper (this film is brimming with really strong psychological potential), something original emerges (a real mind-fuck). The best part is of course the final twist (Fincher got me here). The film may not be one of my favourites (I may downgrade to 4* in time) , but it will still be in my head for a while. (10/04/2010)

An undisguised anarchist tinge of unapologetic shitting on the system? A satire on the emergence of terrorist groups seemingly based on good intentions? The hidden desires of a young man who wants to be something he can't be? Maybe none of it and maybe all of it together? In this case, I don’t care. The fact is that this is a brilliant piece of filmmaking with lots of great moments and food for thought. Fincher kicks ass. (13/04/2003)

The most indigestible, but intellectually and thematically the most charged and, perhaps for some, the most compelling David Fincher film. And after mature consideration, also my favorite. Anarchy, fights, and at times hopeless situations, depression, and despair. But above all, the life in it! The living energy of all the characters at any time of the day, night, or person. (20/08/2006)

Cult. Technically without hesitation (as it’s typical with Fincher), staying always one step ahead of the viewer, and always fun, original and solid. Maybe you’ll guess the twist, but even knowing it doesn’t affect the amazement at the ingenious deconstruction of the film space and the interpretive ambiguity. An excellent Norton and an equally good and inimitably cool Pitt. It’s impossible not to break the first rule – you don’t speak about Fight Club. 95% (11/05/2020)