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The Old Man & the Gun
Comedy · Crime · Drama · 2018
The true story of Forrest Tucker, from his audacious escape from San Quentin at the age of 70 to an unprecedented string of heists that confounded authorities and enchanted the public. Wrapped up in the pursuit are a detective, who becomes captivated with Forrest’s commitment to his craft, and a woman, who loves him in spite of his chosen profession.
Movie details
The Old Man & the Gun
“This story is mostly true.”
2018 Comedy · Crime · Drama 1h 34m
Critical arithmetic
One number, for now.
Scores change. Arguments endure.
TMDB
6.4 / 10
Community rating
The true story of Forrest Tucker, from his audacious escape from San Quentin at the age of 70 to an unprecedented string of heists that confounded authorities and enchanted the public. Wrapped up in the pursuit are a detective, who becomes captivated with Forrest’s commitment to his craft, and a woman, who loves him in spite of his chosen profession.
CriticWise case file
What this film says about your taste.
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The archetype split
Who fights over The Old Man & the Gun?
For the defence
The Prestige Tourist
“You like your greatness pre-approved.”
Read their case For the prosecution
The Popcorn Loyalist
“Big screen, big feelings, no apologies.”
Read their objectionThe split comes from the same five-axis model used by the test, not audience ratings or review sentiment.
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Cast & crew
Directed by
David Lowery
Written by
David Lowery
Robert Redford
Forrest Tucker
Casey Affleck
John Hunt
Sissy Spacek
Jewel
Danny Glover
Teddy
Tom Waits
Waller
Tika Sumpter
Maureen
Ari Elizabeth Johnson
Abilene
Court is in session
Put The Old Man & the Gun on trial.
Two incompatible taste archetypes. One film. Read the arguments, then issue a completely binding cultural ruling.
The prosecution The Popcorn Loyalist
“Technique in search of a pulse.”
Immaculate construction is still construction. The film may be too busy proving its craft to feel alive.