With notorious outlaws Bonnie and Clyde evading capture for years while on a crime spree, Texas Governor Ferguson allows two Texas Rangers to come out of retirement to catch the duo.
Kevin Costner (Frank Hamer), Woody Harrelson (Maney Gault), Kathy Bates (Ma Ferguson), John Lynch (Simmons), Thomas Mann (Deputy Hinton), Dean Denton (Deputy Alcorn), Kim Dickens (Gladys), William Sadler (Henry Barrow).
The Highwaymen is an interesting tale to say the least. Based on true events, the film follows the hunt for Bonnie and Clyde to their bitter end. What is unusual is that they are barely seen in the film until the end. Instead the story is presented from the perspective of two Texas Rangers who have come out of retirement, Frank and Maney, at the behest of Texas Governor Ferguson. The journey is an enjoyable one as the two Rangers reacquaint themselves with each other and rely on old fashioned detective work and instincts to get the job done.
Acting was solid with Costner and Harrelson both delivering well and appearing to work well together. Bates fit her role well gave a nice performance. Mann, Lynch, Sadler, and the remainder of the supporting cast were enjoyable.
Camera work, sets, and backgrounds are good with a realistic feel. Scenery was good and appears natural. Dialogue was good with some nice bits of comedy and contributed very good depth to the film. Action scenes were well done with good attention to detail. Sound and soundtrack are enjoyable as well.
The story of Bonnie and Clyde is well known and been expressed in plenty of films. This one is a bit more unique with focus on the law officers who tracked them down, rather than on the criminals. Those with interest in the story of Bonnie & Clyde, or in crime drama, should enjoy this one.
With some foul language, violence, and a splattering of gore at the end, this should be fine for older teens and above.
Released: 2019
Reviewed: 4.11.19
Star rating: 4 out of 5
Genre: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Crime Drama, Biographical movies
copyright ©2019 Dave Riedel
Kevin Costner (Frank Hamer), Woody Harrelson (Maney Gault), Kathy Bates (Ma Ferguson), John Lynch (Simmons), Thomas Mann (Deputy Hinton), Dean Denton (Deputy Alcorn), Kim Dickens (Gladys), William Sadler (Henry Barrow).
The Highwaymen is an interesting tale to say the least. Based on true events, the film follows the hunt for Bonnie and Clyde to their bitter end. What is unusual is that they are barely seen in the film until the end. Instead the story is presented from the perspective of two Texas Rangers who have come out of retirement, Frank and Maney, at the behest of Texas Governor Ferguson. The journey is an enjoyable one as the two Rangers reacquaint themselves with each other and rely on old fashioned detective work and instincts to get the job done.
Acting was solid with Costner and Harrelson both delivering well and appearing to work well together. Bates fit her role well gave a nice performance. Mann, Lynch, Sadler, and the remainder of the supporting cast were enjoyable.
Camera work, sets, and backgrounds are good with a realistic feel. Scenery was good and appears natural. Dialogue was good with some nice bits of comedy and contributed very good depth to the film. Action scenes were well done with good attention to detail. Sound and soundtrack are enjoyable as well.
The story of Bonnie and Clyde is well known and been expressed in plenty of films. This one is a bit more unique with focus on the law officers who tracked them down, rather than on the criminals. Those with interest in the story of Bonnie & Clyde, or in crime drama, should enjoy this one.
With some foul language, violence, and a splattering of gore at the end, this should be fine for older teens and above.
Released: 2019
Reviewed: 4.11.19
Star rating: 4 out of 5
Genre: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Crime Drama, Biographical movies
copyright ©2019 Dave Riedel
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