Drive
Drive

Movie spotlight

Drive

2007
Movie
Adult · 18+
79 min
English

Take a late night drive with Justine as she prowls the streets of LA for the naughtiest girls and the nastiest sex. Want to go for a ride?

Insights

IMDb7.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes93%
Metacritic78/100
Google Users83%
Director: Nicolas Winding RefnGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A Hollywood stunt driver moonlights as a getaway driver for criminals, leading to a dangerous game of cat and mouse. When a deal goes wrong, he finds himself protecting the woman he cares about from a ruthless gangster.

Critical Reception

Drive received widespread critical acclaim, particularly for its stylish direction, performances (especially Gosling's), atmospheric score, and unique blend of violence and character-driven drama. It was lauded for its neo-noir aesthetic and moody tone.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its distinctive visual style and moody atmosphere.

  • Ryan Gosling's subtle yet intense performance was a highlight.

  • The film's deliberate pacing and graphic violence were noted by critics.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's stylish visuals, compelling soundtrack, and the enigmatic performance by Ryan Gosling. Some found the pacing slow, but overall it was well-received for its unique take on the crime thriller genre.

Awards & Accolades

Won the Best Director award at the Cannes Film Festival. Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Sound Editing.

Fun Fact

The distinctive scorpion jacket worn by Ryan Gosling's character was designed by the film's costume designer, Erin Benach.

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