The Drive
The Drive

The Drive

2013Movie66 minEnglish

Take a drive into the all too real abstract realms of Cinematic Reality as you ascend into the next evolution of Zen Filmmaking, the Non-Narrative Zen Film.

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IMDb7.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes74%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users78%
Director: Nicolas Winding RefnGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A Hollywood stuntman moonlights as a getaway driver. He finds himself in a desperate situation when a heist goes wrong, forcing him to protect the wife of his client and his own life. He must navigate a dangerous underworld where alliances are fragile and betrayal is common.

Critical Reception

Critically acclaimed for its stylish visuals, intense atmosphere, and strong performances, particularly from Ryan Gosling. Some critics found the pacing slow and the violence gratuitous, but overall it was praised as a dark and compelling neo-noir thriller.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric cinematography and stylish direction.
  • Ryan Gosling delivers a powerful, brooding performance.
  • Some found the violence and bleak tone off-putting.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's distinctive visual style and moody atmosphere. Many found Ryan Gosling's performance captivating, though some viewers noted the film's brutality and deliberate pacing.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for the Palme d'Or at the 2011 Cannes Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The iconic scorpion jacket worn by Ryan Gosling was designed by artist Mark Weaver.

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