Kiss Kiss Bang Bang
Kiss Kiss Bang Bang

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Kiss Kiss Bang Bang

2000
Movie
76 min
English

A Sci-Fi writer becomes obsessed with his attractive young female neighbour. An obsession that soon gets abstractly and dangerously out of hand...

Insights

IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes85%
Metacritic71/100
Google Users88%
Director: Shane BlackGenres: Action, Comedy, Crime, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

Hoping to land a screen role, petty thief Harry Lockhart poses as an actor and attends a Hollywood party. A case of mistaken identity leads him to cross paths with private detective "Gay" Perry Lilac and aspiring actress Harmony Faith Lane. The trio soon find themselves embroiled in a complex murder mystery that blurs the line between reality and the hard-boiled detective fiction Harry loves.

Critical Reception

Kiss Kiss Bang Bang was met with widespread critical acclaim, particularly for its witty dialogue, sharp direction, and the performances of its lead actors. It is often cited as a comeback film for Robert Downey Jr. and a masterclass in neo-noir comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its razor-sharp, self-referential dialogue and clever plotting.

  • Celebrated for the electric chemistry between Robert Downey Jr. and Val Kilmer.

  • Admired for Shane Black's stylish and humorous direction, blending noir tropes with modern comedy.

Google audience: Audiences loved the film's clever humor, fast-paced plot, and the incredible performances, especially from Robert Downey Jr. and Val Kilmer. Many found it to be an incredibly entertaining and rewatchable crime comedy.

Fun Fact

Robert Downey Jr. reportedly improvised many of his lines, particularly the narration, which contributed to the film's unique, spontaneous feel.

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