5.4/10??? Come on IMDb! In a way I can understand because my friend didn't really like this movie. I LOVED IT! I bought it used at the corner videostore, never heard of it so my expectations were low not to say null. It's now in my top 5 of 2013 movies somewhere after Wolf of Wall Street. It's even in my top 50 best movies ever along with smoking aces and running scared. I loved the first part, loved even more the second, and my only negative point is Brendan Fraser, witch in my opinion kind of ruined the crazy vibe of this great movie. I am not an Elija Wood fan but he did a remarkable character in this film. I strongly suggest you watch this movie and make your own opinion. I don't want to spoil the movie so I won't say more but if like me your in love with this piece of art or have any questions you can let me know. I just enjoy talking about Pawn Shop Chronicles. 9/10 Not 5.4 tskk

This film tells the story of a group of individuals who are connected by a rural pawn shop."Pawn Shop Chronicles" has a strong and stellar cast, but the execution is so poor that I found it unwatchable. First, the characters who are going to steal from the drug dealer seem tough but they frequently act hysterical. The mismatch might be intentional but it spoiled this subplot for me. The second subplot, involving a man finding a certain ring in the pawn shop, is shockingly violent and unnecessarily disturbing. I really could not watch it further. The third subplot involving the Elvis impersonator is no better than the other two subplots. I find the whole film a bore, and is a torture to watch. It's a pity that this film is Paul Walker's last released film while he was alive, thus unable to end his career on a high note.

There are many people who are disgusted with this film and for good reason, but that can be said of the Tarantino films that it rips off as well. That said, if you are a film buff who can find humor in strange things, you (or I at least) can enjoy a film like this.At least one star of this review is earned for the scene of Elijah Wood masturbating to a video of himself. Combined with his classic association with the LOTR films makes the whole situation hilarious. There's also Matt Dilllon's role as the determined hero trying to rescue his kidnapped wife who callously and cruelly abandons his newlywed wife as if she deserves contempt for the situation. When he goes to beat up the kid in the diner it begs the question: Wouldn't police have been called and an APB put out? In a small town such as that, they'd have rounded him up in a moment. Tons of plot holes abound to marvel at.While others are disgusted by the Hollywood leftist politics of the film, I find it funny in a way how they are not aware of their own bigotries. While they bash southerners as racist, note that there is only one significant token African American role in the film who plays a wisecracking guy in the background. This is a perfect example of limousine liberalism. They ruthlessly portray southerners as rednecks but when have they EVER taken on the typical Democrat welfare mother? I laughed my head off that while the characters of the film reflect the producer's own feelings of why they can't understand why racist southerners hate Jews and Blacks, they themselves can't seem to figure out why they hate working class whites yet leftists prefer to live amongst, and make movies about, working class whites. At least in the 70's, there were sitcoms such as "Good Times" that they even acknowledged the issues that they sweep under the rug today.The closest film I've seen to Hollywood taking a hard look at themselves was S.O.B. and they couldn't handle even THAT much criticism.Despite, or because, of the plot holes, ripoffs, and cheesy roles it was possible to enjoy the comedic timing and performances of the actors. Imagine Anthony Hopkins working at your local dinner theater. Something other reviewers missed: The film ripped off the style of Creepshow.

I rated it so high people, I know, let me explain. I thought the movie followed a format, such as when one scene starts, it just keeps going and going.... In order of the best acting performances: #1 Matt Dillon, then Brandon Fraser, Paul Walker (different acting style for him),Vincent Denofrio, Elijah Wood (he loves those eerie roles, such as w/ Sin City he was evil), Thomas Cage (a hero in this movie), Kevin Ranklin, Ashley Simpson (I knew it was her when I 1st saw her!). One of the best and refreshing movies I've seen in a long time. This is just one pure high energy ride bcz of the actors just really got into their roles. WHoever picked this cast was an expert, this is a huge monumental achievement, in my opin. It has an intense script, drugs, violence, shootings, every scene is packed with superb actors with a plan of action. I'd like to hear what Quentin T has to say about this movie.