1/4  Just Terrible
Without Daniel Craig and Burn Gorman, I probably would’ve been harsher on this movie. It’s the kind of picture that tries to achieve depth and complexity by purposely muddying up everything to the point of utter confusion. Instead, why not... (read full)

3/5 Good film
  by Barbara L. Johnson (Reston, VA)
Well worth watching -- Daniel Craig always is. It was fun to discover this unknown film (to me).

5/5 Great movie
  by Claudia Huerta (USA)
I just got this movie today.I am a Daniel Craig fan so I really loved this movie.If you like accion and a cute guy, this is it.

5/5 Movie
  by Dorys Santana (Miami, FL United States)
Purchased as a gift fot my hubby to add to his collection. Loved the movie.

5/5 A Modern Masterpiece
  by J. I. Fowler (Chicago, IL)
Matthew Vaughn has put together what might be the coolest film in years. Each scene is beautifully done: the sets/locations, cinematography, script, and the acting never seem disjointed; they all complement one another. The only word I can think of to describe the film is 'tight'. No word or shot is wasted; nothing is half-hearted.

The entire ensemble is terrific (and entirely believable in their roles), but I would single out Daniel Craig and Michael Gambon in particular for turning in what are easily my favorite performances from each. If you are fans of either, you will like this movie.

The film's plot is a bit complicated, but that just means that it repays (and justifies!) rewatching.

Finally, for better or worse, the film ends in a very different place than the book. Happily (for fans of the book), there are some deleted/alternate endings on the DVD which more closely approximate the book's ending.

4/5 cool movie.
  by Bob Fake Name (Divided States)
I knew Daniel Craig would make an excellent James Bond after seeing him in action here. "Layer Cake" invites comparison with other films from that distinct genre of which it is apart. Along with "Snatch" "Layer Cake" is the best of the British gangster films to come along over the last couple decades. Plot, acting, cinematography - **all top notch**. That it is a directorial debut makes it even more impressive. Things do get a little hairy Plot wise, so do pay attention mate. You'll dig this flick I'm sure.