Lift
Lift

Movie spotlight

Lift

2021
Movie
134 min
Tamil

A usual working day turns unusual for Guru and Harini when they get trapped in their haunted office. A patterned game unlocks a mystery and a lift is their only way out.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes27%
Metacritic44/100
Google Users65%
Director: F. Gary GrayGenres: Action, Comedy, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A master thief and his international crew are drawn together to pull off an elaborate heist on a passenger plane at 40,000 feet in the air. They must race against time and navigate through unexpected challenges to steal millions in gold. The mission becomes even more complicated when a mysterious Interpol agent, who happens to be the thief's ex-girlfriend, complicates their plans. The crew must outsmart her and secure the valuables before it's too late.

Critical Reception

Lift received generally mixed to negative reviews from critics, with some finding the action sequences and comedic elements entertaining, while others criticized the predictable plot and lack of originality. Audience reception was also varied, with many enjoying the star power and fast-paced nature of the film, though some found it to be a forgettable entry in the heist genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its star-studded cast and high-flying action sequences.

  • Criticized for its derivative plot and lack of genuine surprise.

  • Some found the chemistry between the leads engaging, while others felt it was underdeveloped.

Google audience: Google users found the film to be a fun, albeit somewhat formulaic, heist movie. Many appreciated the performances of Kevin Hart and Gugu Mbatha-Raw, and enjoyed the action and humor. However, some viewers felt the plot was predictable and lacked depth.

Fun Fact

The film was originally set to be released in 2023 but was delayed to January 2024.

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