Bandits
Kandemir is the head of a gang which conducts robberies. Their main goal is to rob fairly. What connects the members of the gang to one another is friendship. Unfortunately, everything changes after an old friend of Kandemir, Ali Rıza Kaptan’s goes to prison. Kandemir and the gang settle into an old neighborhood which seems quiet and peaceful. However, nothing is as how it seems in the neighborhood. They introduce themselves to their neighbors as the Nevizade family. Protagonists Kandemir, Ferdi, Karlos, Yaren, Bahadır and Derya have had hard times and when they gather under one roof these gang members still carry the traces of those hard times. Kandemir wishes to confront his daughter and show her that he is no longer a man of monkey business, while blood brothers Ferdi and Karlos who ran away from an orphanage still carry the misery of the streets; Yaren who came to İstanbul with the hope of being a famous singer is singing in taverns; Bahadır uses his genius for hacking computers and Derya joins the gang with her acting skills in order to save her father.
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Plot Summary
When a group of unlikely individuals discovers they have been swindled out of their life savings by a fraudulent investment scheme, they band together to reclaim their money. Led by a determined housewife, they concoct a daring plan to rob the very firm that wronged them. Their heist, however, proves to be more complicated and chaotic than they ever imagined.
Critical Reception
The Swedish film 'Bandits' received a generally mixed to positive reception. While praised for its charmingly quirky premise and some comedic moments, critics often pointed to its somewhat predictable plot and uneven pacing. The performances were generally well-regarded, contributing to its appeal as a lighthearted crime caper.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its comedic elements and unique premise of ordinary people turning to crime.
- Noted for solid performances, particularly from the lead actors.
- Criticized for a predictable storyline and occasional pacing issues.
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Fun Fact
The film is a Swedish production and was released internationally under the title 'Bandits'.
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