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I recently borrowed "Fool's Gold" from the public library here, where I live. Figured it would be something the boyfriend would enjoy. As it looks to be action packed, being a crime drama and all. And to say he really liked it. I on the other hand was amazed at how it was badly made. The production values weren't set very high for this one, I think. The dialog wasn't that bad at most parts, but I have to say the acting wasn't that excellent. I was kinda disappointed on Bean's part, seeing as I enjoyed him so much in "Lord Of The Rings". Even the props in this movie were bad though. The gold didn't look anything like gold, it looked like blocks of wood, badly painted gold. And just some of the scenes, the way it was filmed, especially the robbery itself was poorly done. If you like bad British television, then I would greatly recommend this film. Otherwise, I'd stay away if I were you.

When I first put it on.. I was tempted to shut it off. It looks like it was filmed on a home video camera. But once you get past the actual look of it, and get into the story, you won't want to turn it off. It has a really good story that leads you to a rather creative ending, which most movies don't really have anymore. It's really going back to when scary movies actually had a story. Some of the effects are pretty good considering it's so low budget, and the actors themselves are alright.. no crappy over acting here. Some of it makes you laugh, some of it makes you jump and some of it makes you wonder where they got the inspiration. I would have loved to been on the set for the making of this film. All in all its pretty good, worth the rent. Or if your like me.. and a nut for B Movies..worth the purchase.