Movie spotlight
Good Time
There’s a sense of being hollowed out slowly and deeply, as if everything is happening all over again, yet it exists only within the images. The life within the images keeps rolling and reminding me that I no longer possess that time — that good time has already slipped away.
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Plot Summary
A desperately poor bank robber, Constantine Nikas, and his mentally challenged brother, Nick, get caught in a heist that goes wrong. After Nick is arrested and sent to Rikers Island, Constantine embarks on a desperate, adrenaline-fueled odyssey through the New York City underworld to raise bail money and free his brother before nightfall.
Critical Reception
Good Time received widespread critical acclaim, with particular praise for its gritty atmosphere, intense pacing, and Robert Pattinson's performance. Critics lauded the Safdie brothers' raw and visceral filmmaking style, comparing it to classic New York crime thrillers.
What Reviewers Say
Intense and relentlessly paced crime thriller with a standout performance from Robert Pattinson.
Praised for its authentic depiction of the New York City underbelly and a sense of urgent desperation.
The Safdie brothers' signature raw and claustrophobic filmmaking style is on full display.
Google audience: Audiences largely applauded the film's immersive and gritty portrayal of urban chaos and the compelling performances, especially Robert Pattinson's transformation. Some viewers found the relentless tension and dark themes to be overwhelming, but the overall sentiment was highly positive.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for the Palme d'Or at the 2017 Cannes Film Festival. Robert Pattinson received positive notices for his performance.
Fun Fact
The character of Ray, played by Buddy Duress, was inspired by Duress himself, who served time in Rikers Island before meeting the Safdie brothers.
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