Lift

An international flight crew of thieves, led by Cyrus Whitaker, is blackmailed by Interpol agent Abby Gladwell to pull off an impossible heist. They must steal a fortune in gold being transported on a 777 passenger plane traveling at 40,000 feet. With the clock ticking and danger lurking, the team must navigate treacherous security and their own complicated relationships to succeed.

Lift received mixed reviews from critics, with many finding it to be a fun, albeit predictable, action-comedy. The film's ensemble cast and fast-paced set pieces were often highlighted as positives, while the plot was frequently criticized for its lack of originality and reliance on genre tropes.

• The film offers a lighthearted and entertaining heist flick with a charismatic cast.

• While enjoyable, the plot is often formulaic and lacks genuine surprise.

• Kevin Hart's comedic timing and the action sequences provide sufficient entertainment value.

Google audience: Audiences generally found 'Lift' to be an amusing and enjoyable popcorn movie. Many viewers appreciated the chemistry between the lead actors and the exciting action sequences, though some noted that the story didn't break any new ground in the heist genre.

Director F. Gary Gray previously directed the heist film 'The Italian Job' (2003) and the action thriller 'Fast & Furious 8' (2017), making 'Lift' another addition to his resume of high-stakes, action-packed movies.