Hard Trip
Hard Trip

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Hard Trip

2003
Movie
85 min
English

A softcore look at the hardcore world.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes58%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users73%
Director: Steven SoderberghGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of accomplished thieves, led by Danny Ocean, reunite for an even more ambitious heist. Their target is Terry Benedict, the casino owner who wronged them in the past, and they plan to rob him of billions across three casinos in Las Vegas. The plan is intricate, involving elaborate diversions and the exploitation of every security loophole.

Critical Reception

Ocean's Twelve was met with mixed reviews from critics, with many praising the stylish direction and ensemble cast but criticizing the convoluted plot and weaker humor compared to its predecessor. Audiences generally found it an entertaining sequel, though it didn't reach the same level of widespread acclaim as the first film.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its star-studded cast and Soderbergh's slick direction.

  • Criticized for a convoluted and less engaging plot compared to the first film.

  • Some found the humor and new character dynamics to be a weak point.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the return of the charismatic ensemble cast and the stylish execution of the heist. However, many felt the plot became overly complicated, detracting from the straightforward enjoyment of the original.

Fun Fact

Julia Roberts' character, Tess Ocean, is briefly disguised as Julia Roberts herself within the film's narrative, leading to meta-commentary on her own fame.

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