Focus
Focus

Focus

2014Movie87 minEnglish

A company man struggles to save his career, his romantic relationship and his friendship with his colleagues in this corporate comedy.

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IMDb6.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes55%
Metacritic56/100
Google Users70%
Director: Glenn Ficarra and John RequaGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A seasoned con man, Nicky Spurgeon, takes a young grifter, Jess Barrett, under his wing. As they execute increasingly elaborate scams, their professional relationship becomes complicated by a growing romantic attraction. When Jess's ambition threatens to derail a high-stakes con in Buenos Aires, Nicky must decide whether to trust her or protect himself from the ultimate betrayal.

Critical Reception

Focus received mixed to positive reviews from critics. While praised for its stylish direction, charismatic performances from Will Smith and Margot Robbie, and slick heist elements, some critics found the plot predictable and the characters underdeveloped. Audiences generally responded more favorably, enjoying the chemistry between the leads and the entertaining, fast-paced narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for the chemistry between Will Smith and Margot Robbie.
  • Commended for its stylish direction and entertaining heist sequences.
  • Criticized for a predictable plot and thin character development.

Google audience: Google users generally enjoyed the film, highlighting the engaging performances of Will Smith and Margot Robbie and the film's stylish presentation. Many found it to be a fun and entertaining watch, though some noted that the plot could be a bit convoluted or predictable.

Fun Fact

Margot Robbie reportedly improvised the scene where she intentionally spills a drink on herself to distract a mark, a moment that helped her land the role after catching the director's eye.

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