Monday, 13 March 2017

Review: Hell or High Water


With an Oscar nomination for Best Picture and Best Supporting Actor for Jeff Bridges behind it,my hopes were high for the latest offering from British director, David MacKenzie and I was not dissappointed.
Packed with a terrific blend of movie genres, from western to heist movie to moving drama and even a sprinkle of comedy mostly in the shape of zingers courtesy of Jeff Bridges this film had it all.
It tells the tale of bank robbing Texas brothers Toby (Chris Pine) and Tanner (Ben Foster) who decide to rob branches of the same bank that is threatening to foreclose on their land. In hot pursuit is near retirement Texas Ranger, Marcus (Jeff Bridges) looking for one last victory before his retirement and his parther Alberto (Gil Bermingham).
It's wonderfully crafted movie with the captivating cinematography adding yet another character to a piece that already contains so many excellent ones. It's refreshing that an independent movie such as this can get the recognition it truly deserves and rightfully stand alongside the big budget productions on the Oscar podium.
Strong writing, performances and surroundings combine to make this a film that keeps you guessing until the very end as it well worthy of your undivided attention. Excellent.
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