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Drive

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Driver is a skilled Hollywood stuntman who moonlights as a getaway driver for criminals. Though he projects an icy exterior, lately he's been warming up to a pretty neighbor named Irene and her young son, Benicio. When Irene's husband gets out of jail, he enlists Driver's help in a million-dollar heist. The job goes horribly wrong, and Driver must risk his life to protect Irene and Benicio from the vengeful masterminds behind the robbery.
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With its hyper-stylized blend of violence, music, and striking imagery, Drive represents a fully realized vision of arthouse action.

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Candice Frederick Reel Talk Online 09/08/2017
B+
... Drive is a riveting watch. Go to Full Review
Chris Stuckmann ChrisStuckmann.com 04/17/2015
A+
I'll never forget the first time I saw Drive. I've since never been able to replicate the experience. Go to Full Review
David Thomson The New Republic 06/24/2013
What it had going for it was an uncanny and moving relationship between Gosling and Mulligan. Go to Full Review
Patrick Cavanaugh The Wolfman Cometh Sep 9
5/5
Ryan Gosling and Nicolas Winding Refn are operating harmoniously and to the peak of their power for this slick and stylish neo-noir. Go to Full Review
Nick Rogers Midwest Film Journal 08/26/2024
4/5
Director Nicolas Winding Refn infuses an amalgam of several standard stories with an unassailable armor of cool to protect the indefatigable loneliness at its center. Go to Full Review
Jennifer Bisset CNET 04/20/2023
Drive is basically the coolest movie ever. Its dreamlike, electronic soundtrack -- perfect for travel at night -- layers meaningful messages into a violent fairy tale about an unconventional hero. Go to Full Review
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Abigail M. @Lady-Velvety 1d This is the embodiment of a cinematic masterpiece. What exists in this film is the perfect balance of thrilling suspense, passionate romance, moral ambiguity, and raw violence—all of which tap into our most bare human emotions and distill the human experience. Not to mention the nostalgic filter that coats this film—Los Angeles is transformed from a sunny California desert city into a sleazy, pink-toned, seductive metropolis. You won’t be able to take your eyes off it as it sets the tone for this fervent film. See more Cody A. @Ghost-One 2d One the great films of the 2010’s. The director captured lightning in a bottle with this sleeper. If you like Ryan Gosling this is peak performance. The cast is phenomenal, ranging from Oscar Isaac to Bryan Cranston just to name a few. The narrative, cinematography, and acting are top notch. See more Paige P @petersonp3774 3d The fact that this movies rating is in the 90's and It Takes Two with Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen only has 8% is dispicable. Not worth the watch. Just watch It Takes Two instead and thank me later. See more Becky A 6d While I'm sad the good guy didn't get the girl in the end, I thought this movie was a blast! Only about 10% of the dialogue comes from Gosling which is kind of unnerving. I liked it. See more Andrew @Toxie Jan 16 2 hrs of Ryan Gosling saying he drives and interrogating people? I’m in. See more Daniel S @DES13 Jan 16 I do not know what the other nine movies are, but Drive is in my all time top 10 list. It’s unfortunate the audience score does not align with my love of the film, it’s not for everyone which fair. But the reason I love it comes down to a few things 1) The world is a morally gray place but that doesn’t mean you have to be as well. Goslings character is of extremely high integrity but surrounded by (and working for) terrible people. 2) The Vibe. The soundtrack and cinematography are exceptional. A true love letter to film making, and car chases for that matter. When the credits roll, it really makes you feel something. 3) The screenplay. As others have noted, there is a lack of dialogue. It truly is a visual film. The scenes with minimal dialogue are incredible…..it’s not necessary to always drown the audience in dialogue. I finally had watched this film about a year ago. And recently again. It’s on the re-watchable list for sure. See more Read all reviews
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Synopsis Driver is a skilled Hollywood stuntman who moonlights as a getaway driver for criminals. Though he projects an icy exterior, lately he's been warming up to a pretty neighbor named Irene and her young son, Benicio. When Irene's husband gets out of jail, he enlists Driver's help in a million-dollar heist. The job goes horribly wrong, and Driver must risk his life to protect Irene and Benicio from the vengeful masterminds behind the robbery.
Director
Nicolas Winding Refn
Producer
Marc Platt, Adam Siegel, Gigi Pritzker, Michel Litvak, John Palermo
Screenwriter
Hossein Amini
Distributor
FilmDistrict
Production Co
Marc Platt Productions, Motel Movies
Rating
R (Some Nudity|Language|Strong Brutal Bloody Violence)
Genre
Crime, Drama, Action
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Sep 16, 2011, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
May 7, 2013
Box Office (Gross USA)
$35.1M
Runtime
1h 40m
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