Maybe "Kansas City" is not one of the best works of Robert Altman. In fact, when we think about Altman we always remember some great moments of him like "Mash", for instance. But Kansas City is a act of courage. Indeed, I think that the gangster era and the first days of jazz are not the kind of theme Altman is really concerned; but he does fine here, with a interesting and sometimes funny plotline and the background music is really remarkable. However, the main problem here is the cast. Although Jennifer Jason Leigh is a good actress, she is far-fetched and unconvincing as Blondie. Just Miranda Richardson hits the target, with a "nuts" performance of Mrs. Stilton.
Review of Kansas City
