Spoilers ahead.
There really is not much to say about it. To those people whining that it does not make sense, at least it is a lot less ludicrous than Argo. And this movie has stylish direction and riveting dialogue. Christian Bale dives into his role with ease. Bruce Wayne has been erased. 58484When Rosenfeld is struggling to pop that pill in his mouth, does anyone see a hunky movie star on screen? Of course, understated does not win awards, and it will not this time either.
American Hustle is pleasant enough without really saying anything. It does briefly try to portray the murky waters of political favoritism where legality does not always match the right thing to do. But Rosenfeld's repentance towards Mayor Polito does not seem credible considering Rosenfeld has swindled people his whole life, with little regard for the consequences of his actions. The portrayal of Rosenfeld for a few scant minutes as an apologetic atoner comes across as a strained attempt to make the protagonist of the film a sympathetic figure.
A triumphant Rosenfeld emerges at the end. He has escaped from the FBI's clutches, he has placated the mob, he still has his son, and he still has Amy Adams. That upbeat note rings false. If allowed, Rosenfeld will surely return to the only life he has known, a life built on lies, deception, and enriching himself at other people's expense. Will most filmgoers realize this? No, because they have been hustled by David O. Russell.
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