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The Old Man & the Gun

  • 20182018
  • PG-13PG-13
  • 1h 33m
IMDb RATING
6.7/10
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Robert Redford in The Old Man & the Gun (2018)
The true story of Forrest Tucker (Robert Redford), 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 detective John Hunt (Casey Affleck), who becomes captivated with Forrest's commitment to his craft, and a woman (Sissy Spacek), who loves him in spite of his chosen profession.
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Based on the true story of Forrest Tucker and his audacious escape from San Quentin at the age of 70 to an unprecedented string of heists that confounded authorities and enchanted the public... Read allBased on the true story of Forrest Tucker and his audacious escape from San Quentin at the age of 70 to an unprecedented string of heists that confounded authorities and enchanted the public.Based on the true story of Forrest Tucker and his audacious escape from San Quentin at the age of 70 to an unprecedented string of heists that confounded authorities and enchanted the public.
IMDb RATING
6.7/10
46K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
5,733
550
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Director
      • David Lowery
    • Writers
      • David Lowery
      • David Grann(based on the New Yorker article by)
    • Stars
      • Robert Redford
      • Casey Affleck
      • Sissy Spacek
    Top credits
    • Director
      • David Lowery
    • Writers
      • David Lowery
      • David Grann(based on the New Yorker article by)
    • Stars
      • Robert Redford
      • Casey Affleck
      • Sissy Spacek
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 289User reviews
    • 238Critic reviews
    • 80Metascore
    • Awards
      • 2 wins & 11 nominations

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    Robert Redford
    Robert Redford
    • Forrest Tucker
    Casey Affleck
    Casey Affleck
    • John Hunt
    Sissy Spacek
    Sissy Spacek
    • Jewel
    Danny Glover
    Danny Glover
    • Teddy
    Tom Waits
    Tom Waits
    • Waller
    Tika Sumpter
    Tika Sumpter
    • Maureen
    Ari Elizabeth Johnson
    Ari Elizabeth Johnson
    • Abilene
    Teagan Johnson
    Teagan Johnson
    • Tyler
    Gene Jones
    Gene Jones
    • Mr. Owens
    John David Washington
    John David Washington
    • Lt. Kelly
    Barlow Jacobs
    Barlow Jacobs
    • Offerman
    Augustine Frizzell
    Augustine Frizzell
    • Sandra
    Jennifer Joplin
    • Martha
    Lisa DeRoberts
    Lisa DeRoberts
    • Helen the Teller
    Carter Bratton
    • Local News Anchor
    Mike Dennis
    • National News Anchor
    Tomas Deckaj
    • Mechanic
    • (as Tomas 'Dutch' Deckaj)
    Isiah Whitlock Jr.
    Isiah Whitlock Jr.
    • Detective Gene Dentler
    • Director
      • David Lowery
    • Writers
      • David Lowery
      • David Grann(based on the New Yorker article by)
    • All cast & crew
    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro

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    Storyline

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    • Trivia
      In an interview he gave during the 2018 Toronto International Film Festival, Robert Redford talked about this comedic film being a good note to end on, since the actor wanted his "last acting job to be fun."
    • Goofs
      Forrest is arrested in 1981 at the age of 74, which puts his birth year at 1907. But a flashback shows him as a tween breaking out of a juvenile center in 1936--when he would have been 29.
    • Quotes

      Stephen Beckley Jr., Esquire: I remember I sat down with him once and I said, "Forrest, surely there's an easier way for somebody in your position to make a living." And he looked at me and he said, "Brother, I'm not talking about making a living. I'm just talking about... living."

    • Crazy credits
      Jade Healy is credited as Wallpaper Whisperer!
    • Connections
      Featured in CTV News at 11:30 Toronto: Episode dated 10 September 2018 (2018)
    • Soundtracks
      30 Century Man
      Written by Scott Walker (as Scott Engel)

      Performed by Scott Walker

      Used by permission of Carbert Music Inc.

      Courtesy of Mercury Records Limited

      Under license from Universal Music Enterprises

    User reviews289

    Review
    Top review
    6/10
    Redford Charms in Breezy, Repetitive Heist Comedy
    Robert Redford headlines this new dramedy from David Lowery (whose last film, "A Ghost Story," I found riveting,) by playing an elderly bank robber who has escaped from prison over a dozen times, and is looking to find love with a woman (Sissy Spacek) while being investigated by law enforcement. The film's old-fashioned color palette, low-key charms, and leisurely pacing feel like a throwback to classic filmmaking in a manner almost never seen in today's modern films, even independent ones. It's impossible not to smile at Redford and Spacek's charisma, and the simple score is charming and lovely. The film certainly has its fair share of amusing and entertaining moments, many of which involve bank robbery attempts and prison escapes. That said, the movie has some noticeable problems with its narrative.

    The main problem with the film's story is not that it is contrived (it can be, but it is not too difficult for the viewer to suspend disbelief while watching this film.) Rather, it is that the film can be repetitive. The film's use of montages and similar plot devices (like juxtapositions of bank robbery scenes followed by subsequent juxtapositions of scenes showing the personal lives of major characters) get too repetitive, so much that it is somewhat difficult to feel impacted by their stylistic role in the narrative. For a movie that only lasts a fleeting 93 minutes, the film oddly feels a bit long as well. These narrative issues are (unfortunately) very structural in terms of how they affect the film as a whole, which can be judged by the viewer against the film's positive elements (the performances, simple aesthetics, and tone.) Recommended for theatrical viewing to fans of the cast; all others should probably wait to rent it. 6.5/10
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    FAQ21

    • When did the real-life story take place?
    • When was Forrest Tucker first imprisoned?
    • Had Forrest Tucker really been imprisoned in Alcatraz?

    Details

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    • Release date
      • October 19, 2018 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • United Kingdom
      • United States
    • Official sites
      • Official Facebook
      • Official site
    • Languages
      • English
      • Spanish
    • Also known as
      • Un ladrón con estilo
    • Filming locations
      • Dayton, Ohio, USA
    • Production companies
      • Fox Searchlight Pictures
      • Condé Nast Publications
      • Endgame Entertainment
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    Box office

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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $11,277,120
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $142,131
      • Sep 30, 2018
    • Gross worldwide
      • $17,860,397
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 33 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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