Brutal
Brutal

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Brutal

2010
Movie
Adult · 18+
116 min
English

A man’s world is world of aggression. He wants to conquer and take what he wants, in life and in sex. That struggle makes a man decide who he’s going to be. Thrust in the face of total domination some men submit, some men fight back and some men champion!

Insights

IMDb7.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes93%
Metacritic80/100
Google Users85%
Director: Ethan Coen, Joel CoenGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

In 1980, a Vietnam veteran working as a welder in Texas gets entangled in a drug deal gone wrong. When he's tasked with returning a suitcase of money to its owner, he finds himself hunted by a ruthless killer and caught in a escalating spiral of violence and fate.

Critical Reception

The film received widespread critical acclaim, with many praising its stark atmosphere, gripping narrative, and powerful performances, particularly from Javier Bardem and Josh Brolin. It was noted for its Coen brothers' signature blend of dark humor and brutal violence, though some found its bleakness overwhelming.

What Reviewers Say

  • A masterfully crafted, suspenseful neo-western thriller.

  • Features outstanding performances, especially from Javier Bardem as the chilling antagonist.

  • Visually stunning with a hauntingly bleak tone.

Google audience: Audiences lauded the film's intense atmosphere, captivating storyline, and the exceptional acting. Many appreciated the Coen brothers' directorial prowess in creating a gripping and memorable cinematic experience, though some found the violence and thematic darkness to be quite intense.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for 8 Academy Awards including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor for Javier Bardem. Won Best Actor for Javier Bardem at BAFTA Awards.

Fun Fact

The distinctive, unsettling haircut worn by Javier Bardem's character, Anton Chigurh, was inspired by an old photograph of a barber from West Texas.

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