Wisdom
Wisdom

Wisdom

1986Movie109 minEnglish

Unable to find work after a past felony, graduate John Wisdom and his girlfriend embark on a cross-country bank-robbing spree in order to aid American farmers.

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IMDb5.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes36%
Google Users61%
Director: Emilio EstevezGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

Two young people, Kareem Saeed and Karen Simms, disillusioned with society and their lives, decide to rob a series of banks. They manage to evade authorities for a while, gaining a Robin Hood-like reputation, but their spree eventually draws the attention of a determined FBI agent. The film chronicles their escalating actions and the pursuit that follows.

Critical Reception

Wisdom received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding the plot implausible and the characters underdeveloped. While some appreciated the attempt at a modern-day Bonnie and Clyde narrative, most critics found it lacking in depth and originality. Audiences were similarly divided, with some enjoying the action and the performances of the young leads, while others were put off by the film's tone and themes.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a weak script and underdeveloped characters.
  • While attempting a romantic crime spree narrative, it fails to deliver a compelling story.
  • Emilio Estevez and Demi Moore show some promise, but it's not enough to save the movie.

Google audience: Google users appear to have a slightly more favorable view than critics, with a majority approving of the film. Common praise points include the chemistry between the leads and the exciting chase sequences, while some express disappointment in the plot's believability and the overall lack of sophistication.

Fun Fact

This film marked Emilio Estevez's directorial debut.

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