Sherlock Holmes

For a start, I've never rated Guy Ritchie. It's been a delivery of diminishing returns leading to Revolver. Robert Downey Jr has had more career ups and downs than most successful actors of his generation and Jude Law has had a reputation of playing the same character, relying on good looks. From the announcement of this movie it looks like a disaster waiting to happen. But something magical happened instead. Ritchie's quirks and idioms found purpose in Holmes' pre-planned fights and flashbacks. Law's deadpan straight man found a target in the intelligent, adept and useful Watson. Even the supporting cast offer great performances. Given the expectation of something more like "Lock, Stock and Two Elementary" what turned up was a revelation and I can only think the number of 5 star reviews (this included) are based upon that very "above and beyond expectation" reaction most people gave. :) Truly entertaining movie.

This movie was recently made free on Google play, I have downloaded to my nexus 7 (2012) and upon playing it will randomly stop and go back to the very start, I've scanned back to the point at which it happens, to continue watching and within minutes it happens again, I've stopped trying now after over ten times restarting and scanning, I hope this is resolved soon.

Playing iron man for Robert is great but this is where he really excels as an incredible actor. Playing the role of Holmes, he proves what a deep portrayal of a very complex enigma his character can be. And his role is superbly presented and matched by Jude playing Watson. I have only seen Jude portray weird and unlikeable characters previously but this was a definitive great changer for me. A very unique and gifted actor who is totally convincing as Watson; as is Robert with his portrait of sherlock. I hope they make another film soon.