Guy Ricci is a talented director whose name is known to all true moviegoers. "Cards, Money, Two Smoking Barrels", "Snatch", "Rock and Roll", "Sherlock Holmes", "Agents of A. N. K. L." - he is the creator of all these famous paintings. The master's films are a skillful balancing on the verge of violence, unbridled fiction and irony. What else can you say about him?
Guy Ricci: the beginning of the journey
The future director was born in the UK, there was a joyful event in September 1968. Guy Ricci was born into the family of an advertising agency executive. The boy was only five when his parents decided to part ways. Soon, Guy's mother remarried, most of his childhood was spent in the estate of the XVI century, which belonged to his stepfather.
At school, the future blockbuster creator studied poorly, as he suffered from dyslexia. At the age of 15, he quit classes, found a job as a courier. Ricci's path to fame began with the shooting of music and commercials. Guy achieved some success in this area, but dreamed of more. In 1995year, his first short film, The Hard Case, was released.
Highest hour
Guy Ricci is a man who did not have to go long to glory. Already in 1998, he presented his first stellar film "Cards, Money, Two Smoking Barrels" to the audience, which was a phenomenal success. The crime comedy tells the story of four guys who dream of easy money. In an attempt to get them, they get involved in a maelstrom of dangerous adventures.
Critics noted the fascinating script, witty dialogues, dynamism and richness of action. Special praise was given to the characters of the film, each of which is endowed with a unique charisma. Many roles were played by non-professional actors, which did not affect the quality of the film. Ricci became the most talked about American director for a while.
Successes and failures
Thanks to the comedy "Cards, Money, Two Smoking Barrels", the aspiring director believed in his talent and began to make films. Gai Ricci presented to the audience the tape "Snatch" (2000), which also gained great popularity. One of the key roles was played by Brad Pitt, and the actor himself persuaded the master to shoot him in this picture. The Englishman Ricci has a reputation for breaking stereotypes.
In 2002, Guy released the film "Gone", which did not live up to his expectations. The audience reacted to the picture indifferently, critics left devastating reviews, reproaching the master for moving away from his exclusive style. TapeIt did not help that the main role was played by the popular singer Madonna, who at that time was the director's wife.
"Revolver", released in 2005, was received more warmly by the public, although it failed to achieve success comparable to the popularity of the first two creations of the director. Guy Ricci managed to rehabilitate himself only in 2008, when he presented the crime thriller "Rock and Roller" to the audience court. The film allows viewers to immerse themselves in the dangerous and attractive underworld of London.
What else to see
Deserves the attention of the audience one of the famous creations of Ricci - the adaptation of the saga of Arthur Conan Doyle, telling the story of a brilliant detective. The film "Sherlock Holmes" instantly gained a scandalous reputation. Fans of the original work were outraged by the way the image of the protagonist was presented. The director turned a famous detective into a young adventurer who gets involved in adventures with passion.
What other fascinating films were shot by Guy Ricci, whose filmography is discussed in this article? It is impossible not to mention the adventure thriller "Agents of A. N. K. L.", which tells about the tense struggle between the CIA and the KGB. The confrontation between young and promising specialists is degenerating into a real war, in which everyone is ready to go to the end. However, by the will of fate, enemies who dream of destroying each other become partners.
Private life
Above you can read about the biography and creative achievements of the director, see his photo. Guy Ricci is a public persona lot of people are interested in his personal life, so it's impossible not to mention it.
In the past, the master was married to the singer Madonna, who bore him a son, Rocco, this marriage lasted about eight years. The star is currently married to model Jacqui Ainsley and they have three children. Ricci responsibly treats the role of husband and father, tries to spend as much time as possible with his beloved family.
