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Before the Devil Knows You're Dead (2007) 7.3
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7.3/10 from 62,029 users
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Reviews: 268 user | 241 critic | 37 from Metacritic.com When two brothers organize the robbery of their parents' jewelry store the job goes horribly wrong, triggering a series of events that sends them, their father and one brother's wife hurtling towards a shattering climax. Director:Sidney LumetWriter:Kelly Masterson |
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Cast
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| Albert Finney | ... |
Charles
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Gina
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Chris
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Bobby
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Nanette
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Justin
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Katherine
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William
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Jake
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Needing extra cash, two brothers conspire to pull off the perfect, victimless crime. No guns, no violence, no problem. But when an accomplice ignores the rules and crosses the line, his actions trigger a series of events in which no one is left unscathed. Written by Carol Green
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Loyalty. It's all relative. See more »Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
Rated R for a scene of strong graphic sexuality, nudity, violence, drug use and language | See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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Country:
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EnglishRelease Date:
26 September 2007 (France) See more »Also Known As:
Antes que el diablo sepa que has muerto See more »Box Office
Budget:
$18,000,000 (estimated)Opening Weekend:
£118,510 (UK) (11 January 2008)Gross:
$7,083,025 (USA) (7 March 2008)Company Credits
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Henry 'Hank' Hanson: No.
Martha Hanson: I don't want her to develop bad eating habits. She looks puffy.
Henry 'Hank' Hanson: She doesn't look puffy. You look puffy.
Martha Hanson: Fuck you!
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(2001)
Written by Mark Rozzo
Performed by Maplewood
Courtesy of Aloha Buffet Music
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Title taken from the Irish toast: "May you have food and raiment, a soft pillow for your head; may you be 40 years in heaven, before the devil knows you're dead." See more »Goofs
When Charles is following Andy, the same woman can be seen walking down the street, in opposite directions before and after. See more »Quotes
Martha Hanson: [discussing their daughter's little league baseball game] You didn't feed her junk, did you?Henry 'Hank' Hanson: No.
Martha Hanson: I don't want her to develop bad eating habits. She looks puffy.
Henry 'Hank' Hanson: She doesn't look puffy. You look puffy.
Martha Hanson: Fuck you!
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Soundtracks
"Morning Star"(2001)
Written by Mark Rozzo
Performed by Maplewood
Courtesy of Aloha Buffet Music
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BEFORE THE DEVIL KNOWS YOU'RE DEAD starts off promisingly, setting up a simple heist that goes awry, told from varying perspectives (in RASHOMON style). At around the hour mark, Sidney Lumet transforms this film into something that is so much more than the sum of its parts; it eventually morphs into a multi-faceted family drama, exploring the full realm of human emotions/relations, as the story comes to its chilling climax.
As is the case with Lumet, he manages to coax exceptional performances out of his star-studded cast, without any notion of over-acting or hyperbole. Philip Seymour Hoffman, in one of his best roles, is a complex, mysterious, and interesting character, and oftentimes dwarfs Ethan Hawke, who plays his brother, Hank. That's not to say that Hawke is not bad; in fact he is quite above adequate, in a troubled role that suits his style. Marisa Tomei is excellent for her relatively short appearance (the fact that she bares her flesh adds to this). Albert Finney's character (Andy and Hank's father) is the most intriguing, and in my opinion, he deserved a bit more screen-time. Amy Ryan also performs her job adequately.
BEFORE THE DEVIL KNOWS YOU'RE DEAD is not an exceptional movie, but it proves that Lumet is still near the top of his game at the (apparent) twilight of an illustrious career. Many of his characteristics and trademarks appear here, not least of which involves the use of his characters. Infused with a killer script (no pun intended), smart dialogue and pacing, and a decent score, BEFORE THE DEVIL KNOWS YOU'RE DEAD is a must-see. A truly underrated gem. 8/10. 3 stars (out of 4). Should just enter my Top 250 at 248. Highly recommended.