Marval Movie

Focus is a smart, sharp, hustle movie that is charming and intelligent enough so that the average movie viewer will be very impressed with it and the more avid watcher will appreciate the extra effort.

Will Smith plays Nicky Spurgeon, a fast-talking, smooth-moving hustler that knows every trick of the trade and lives by the policy of "Die with the lie." No matter how contrary that sounds. It isn't really hard for Smith to play this character, he is after all one of the most charismatic screen actors ever. So he gets a character just as boisterous as him, he wears the character like a stylish suit. He live by the policy of "Die with the lie." No matter how contrary that sounds.

Margot Robbie is Jess Barrett a beauty that wants in on the hustle game. She seems to be a prodigy, being able to improvise swipes and can steal anyones wallet and/or watch like nobodies business. Seeing a very attractive woman on-screen is nice but Robbie is also so engaging and sharp as a presence that I see a good future for her. Looks and talent is rare, so I suggest you savour it while she's on-screen.

The dynamic and chemistry between Smith and Robbie and their sharp tongued banter is the true delight of the movie. These really are two characters that work together but also come with their own friction.

There is a character thats part of Nicky's crew. Farhad (Adrian Martinez) a large, weird looking, extremely colourful smart-ass. I have never really seen this kind of character before. He is so entertaining and so well acted that I want to see a movie based entirely around this character. Yes he really is that much fun.

The hustles are fast passed and intense. As you'd expect its Nicky's philosophy that you must commit to the facade so the hustle really works. This leads to some rather well played twists but eventually you come to simply not trust anything thats going on and are always wandering if this is real or a con. You'll probably be able to call whether or not its an act  just by guessing.

It is the writing thats the real strength of the movie. Each character has a voice and personality that works off each character differently.

The movie is smart, its not as smart as it thinks it is at times but for the most part is a fun dance tat it invites the audience to dance with. A cool visual style, sharp dialogue, layers with refreshingly energetic performances make the simple hustle genera fun to be in again.

Rating: 3 stars out of 4