Buster

The film chronicles the life of Buster Edwards, a small-time crook who became famous as one of the perpetrators of the 1963 Great Train Robbery. It details his flight from justice, his time in Mexico, and his eventual decision to return to Britain.

Buster received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised Phil Collins's performance as Buster Edwards and the film's attempt to humanize the notorious robber, others found the narrative disjointed and lacking depth. The film performed moderately at the box office.

• Praised for Phil Collins's unexpected leading man performance.

• Criticized for a somewhat shallow portrayal of the Great Train Robbery and its aftermath.

• Noted for its period detail and a somewhat melancholic tone.

Google audience: Audience reception for Buster is not widely documented on Google. However, general consensus suggests it's an interesting portrayal of a notorious criminal, elevated by its lead performance but lacking in narrative depth for some.

The film marked the leading acting debut of rock musician Phil Collins, who also contributed several songs to the soundtrack.