Bandits
Bandits

Movie spotlight

Bandits

2023
Movie
25 min
English

A young boy watches as his mum does something extraordinary in order to carve out a better life for the both of them.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes45%
Metacritic52/100
Google Users65%
Director: Josh O'ConnellGenres: Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of modern-day outlaws targets a series of high-profile heists, but their plans are complicated by internal conflicts and a relentless FBI agent determined to bring them down. As the stakes rise, loyalties are tested and betrayal looms large.

Critical Reception

Bandits received a mixed reception from critics and audiences. While some praised its energetic pacing and suspenseful moments, others found the plot predictable and the characters underdeveloped. The film performed modestly at the box office.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its stylish direction and action sequences.

  • Criticized for a derivative plot and lack of character depth.

  • The film offers a competently made, albeit unoriginal, crime thriller experience.

Google audience: Google users generally found 'Bandits' to be an entertaining, if not groundbreaking, crime thriller. Many enjoyed the action and the performances of the lead cast, though some wished for more originality in the storytelling.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Josh O'Connell, intentionally used a gritty, handheld camera style to enhance the feeling of urgency and realism during the heist sequences.

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