There are no clean getaways.
Driver is a skilled Hollywood stuntman who moonlights as a getaway driver for criminals. Though he projects an icy exterior, lately he's been warming up to a pretty neighbor named Irene and her young son, Benicio. When Irene's husband gets out of jail, he enlists Driver's help in a million-dollar heist. The job goes horribly wrong, and Driver must risk his life to protect Irene and Benicio from the vengeful masterminds behind the robbery.
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Grave, contemplative, meticulous and bleak.
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- contemplativerelentless
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- CinemaSerfon TMDB · May 20247/10
If it's got wheels, then Ryan Gosling's nameless character can use it. When he is not doing triple rolls as a movie stunt-man, he is being the freelance getaway driver for criminals who need a reliable man to get them out of trouble. His friend "Shannon" (Bryan Cranston) fancies himself as a bit of a motor sport aficionado and suggests to his wealthy (and pretty crooked) pal "Bernie" (Albert Brooks) that he chip in $300k so they can start a team. Just as that's all getting on track, the driver starts to get the hots for a neighbour "Irene" (Carey Mulligan) and so engineers a meeting with her and her young son. She's not without her own baggage - but he (Oscar Isaac) is incarcerated for the moment and so their relationship burgeons. When he gets out of jail her boyfriend needs help with a petty robbery at a pawn shop. That goes pear-shaped and next he knows he has a corpse, a bag of mob money and just about everyone on his tail. He needs to keep her safe and stay on his toes for quite an exciting and action packed last half hour that sees this meticulous man fighting for survival. It's all about Gosling this film, and he owns the screen. His charismatic effort as the wheels works we
Read the whole review on TMDB - Nathanon TMDB · May 20239/10
Drive is a cinematic triumph that delivers an unforgettable ride from beginning to end. While the storyline may seem simple at first, the film's attention to detail and intricacy of world-building truly sets it apart from the rest. Every character introduced has a connection to the crime world that is slowly pieced together, creating a puzzle that's both engaging and intriguing. This aspect of the film is truly captivating and highlights the excellent writing. What's more, the family elements of the movie really shine. Ryan Gosling delivers an outstanding performance as a protagonist forced to do bad things to survive. However, the connection he forms with the family across the hall is heartwarming, slowly evolving from a romantic interest to a bond of familiarity and care. In the meantime, Oscar Isaac also gives a remarkable performance as a character initially portrayed as off-putting and egotistical, but whose love for his family slowly emerges as the movie progresses. His character's desire to get out of the criminal life and make good on his past mistakes is admirable and heartbreaking. As the story unfolds, the movie takes a dramatic turn, introducing graphic violence and jaw
Read the whole review on TMDB - The Movie Mobon TMDB · Nov 20226/10
**Ironically, a movie about getaway drivers and car chases was much too slow for me.** Lots and lots of silent staring. Drive cuts most of its dialogue, creating a mysterious and captivating main character, but its slow pacing that drags despite some fantastic car chases and gore-filled moments of action drained most of the excitement. The lack of dialogue forces actors to give incredible performances with their eyes, body language, and demeanor which the cast nails with impressive skill. The atmosphere and aesthetic of the film are beautiful and unique, enhancing the cinematography and visuals. While the film has plenty of great ideas, solid performances, and gorgeous scenes, the pacing and style kept me checking my watch and getting up to grab snacks while the movie continued in the background. I’m going to assume that this is just a case of “not my kind of movie,” but in the end, not one I can recommend.
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Cast
- Ryan GoslingDriver
- Carey MulliganIrene
- Bryan CranstonShannon
- Albert BrooksBernie Rose
- Oscar IsaacStandard
- Christina HendricksBlanche
- Ron PerlmanNino
- Kaden LeosBenicio
- Jeff WolfeTan Suit
- James BiberiCook
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- Nicolas Winding RefnDirector
- Hossein AminiScreenplay
- James SallisNovel
- Newton Thomas SigelDirector of Photography
- Cliff MartinezOriginal Music Composer
- Matthew NewmanEditor
- Marc PlattProducer
- Adam SiegelProducer
- John PalermoProducer
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