IMDb7.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes92%
Metacritic80/100
Google Users84%
Director: Benny Safdie, Josh Safdie•Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller
Connie Nikas, a desperate bank robber, attempts to free his mentally challenged brother Nick from Rikers Island after a heist gone wrong. As the night progresses, Connie navigates the treacherous underbelly of New York City, encountering a series of bizarre characters and escalating dangers in his increasingly futile quest. The film is a relentless chase against time and circumstance, pushing Connie to his absolute limits.
Good Time received widespread critical acclaim, particularly for its intense atmosphere, Robert Pattinson's performance, and the Safdie brothers' distinctive directing style. It was lauded as a masterclass in neo-noir thrillers, praised for its visceral energy and gritty realism.
Praised for its electrifying, kinetic energy and palpable sense of urgency.
Robert Pattinson's performance is a standout, showcasing a compelling blend of desperation and charisma.
The film's gritty portrayal of New York City and its characters creates an immersive and intense viewing experience.
Google audience: Audiences lauded the film's intense, non-stop thrill ride and Robert Pattinson's raw and captivating performance. Many appreciated the gritty, authentic depiction of New York's darker side, though some found the relentless tension exhausting.
Nominated for the Palme d'Or at the 2017 Cannes Film Festival. Featured on numerous 'best of 2017' lists.
The Safdie brothers originally envisioned the film as a more traditional heist movie but decided to focus on the characters' frantic journey after the heist, inspired by real-life New York City criminal cases.
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