November 19, 2008
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It'll go straight to your thighs.
Despite my gushing love for Prachya Pinkaew's ambitious 2008 action effort Chocolate, its star JeeJa Yanin, and the many impossibly amazing traits it has working in its favor, the picture almost seems like a massive step backwards for this insanely talented director and his fearless crew of dedicated stunt men. It’s not as nearly accomplished or satisfying as either Tom Yum Goong or Ong Bak, especially in terms of story and execution. However, when compared to other like-minded efforts from around the world, it’s still light years beyond what everyone else is attempting -- except for Luc Besson, of course. After all, it's not everyday that you encounter a movie that features an autistic girl who uses the films of Tony Jaa to fuel her quest to pay for her mother's costly cancer treatment. The film’s dizzying climatic showdown definitely cements its place in the annals of cinematic history, but you’ll have to wade through a lot of unchecked silliness to get to the tender morsel of Muay Thai goodness at the heart of the production. At the end of the proverbial day, Chocolate is an extremely tasty nugget of martial arts madness, but it’s really nothing more than a 90 minute jaunt into the land of empty calories.
Recipe For Success: Flying Knees And Elbows + JeeJa Yanin's Impressive Skills + Stunts You Won't See Anywhere Else
Mental Health Tips: If an autistic girl asks for money, cough it up immediately.
Or you might just pay with your teeth.
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