Hawks
Hawks

Hawks

1988Movie110 minEnglish

Two terminally ill patients in a hospital yearn for relief from their predicament. With little or no friends, they form an uneasy alliance and plot an escape for one last wild time.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Ricard/DunneGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

Two terminally ill men, one a disgraced detective and the other a wealthy recluse, embark on a final, desperate adventure to steal a priceless collection of Fabergé eggs. They are pursued by the Mafia and the police, adding a dangerous edge to their quest for a meaningful end. Their journey forces them to confront their mortality and the meaning of life.

Critical Reception

Hawks received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with some praising its dark humor and performances, while others found its plot convoluted and its tone inconsistent. Audiences were similarly divided.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its ambition and the chemistry between its leads.
  • Criticized for a muddled plot and uneven tone.
  • Some found the dark humor effective, others found it jarring.

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Fun Fact

The film was the directorial debut of Ricard/Dunne, a directing duo.

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kevin2019

kevin2019

"Hawks" draws some inspiration from "One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest" (1975) with Timothy Dalton in the role of McMurphy and single handedly instigating all manner of mischief around the hospital ward he is in. The comedy on offer in this r...