The Getaway

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Jacob B @RT89309114 Jan 31 Call me a contrarian/a guy with a recency bias, but I found the '94 remake of The Getaway to be more my speed than the '72 flick. It's by no means great and I admit it can feel redundant at times if you've already seen the other movie ("the book came first" will only get you so far) but I do have SLIGHTLY prefer this version. Better pacing, a more well-done climactic shootout, characters with more screen presence (maybe it's due to me being more familiar with these actors whereas I've yet to see most of Steve McQueen's films), more decently handed dialogue exchanges that MIGHT be because of Joss Whedon's script doctoring and OMG, MICHAEL MADSEN BROUGHT THAT CUTE KITTEN WITH HIM, HOW PRECIOUS! Too bad after ditching one motel, we never see the fur baby again. At least I wasn't left worried about the feline unlike some other films. Still neutral about chemistry between leads in both versions, despite their actors being married IRL at the time. Overall, a forgettable but passable remake. See more TheMovieSearch R @TheMovieSearch Dec 27 The Getaway, starring Alec Baldwin and Kim Basinger, is a stylish crime thriller inspired by Bonnie and Clyde, blending heist action with character-driven drama. Baldwin brings grounded intensity, while Basinger delivers a layered, charismatic performance that elevates the film. Jennifer Tilly adds quirky energy in her smaller role, giving contrast to the main duo. The cinematography and set design are engaging, and sequences like the dog racing heist showcase creativity and suspense. However, some story beats and pacing feel inconsistent, and certain elements, like the mishandled cat subplot and dark dramatic moments, disrupt the tone. Despite screenplay flaws, the chemistry between Baldwin and Basinger keeps the film compelling. While not perfect, The Getaway succeeds as an entertaining, energetic crime thriller with inventive action, strong performances, and a modern take on the criminal couple formula, making it a worthwhile watch for fans of the genre. See more Mo S. @9mr_0 Dec 18 فيلم جيد عنف اقل من النسخه الاصلية بطل العمل بارد ادائه الدور ماكعد وياه مطاردات ضعيفه See more Jonas C @Knz830 Aug 1 I thought it was very entertaining and some parts were quite funny (dark humor funny). All in all, it was fun to watch amd suspenseful See more Old S @RT77249595 05/12/2025 The best part of the movie is Jennifer Tilly. She's always great. See more Jelisije J @jjosifovic 04/16/2025 A movie that doesn't truly know what it wants to be. With so many moving parts with so many unnecessary characters that you get an entertaining but disjointed hell of a mess of a film. See more Read all reviews

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