Miami Vice

A very interesting remake of a show that is stuck in its own time. Michael Mann updates the MV motif and pays homage to the old show. Though I found the plot very confusing I enjoyed going along for the ride. I enjoyed Mann's cinematic choice of shooting this film in dark dark places. The characters are practically allergic to direct sunlight so we see them for the most part outside at night or inside during the day. Maybe cliche but it makes for some interesting shots and contrasts. The two leads work well together and the villains are villainous. An "Out of Sight" like subplot surfaces as the film also acts as a travelogue with visits to South America and Cuba.
Favorite moment: Crockett and his drug lord gal pal waiting to say goodbye.
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