Lawless (2012)

Lawless (2012) Movie Reviews
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Cast: Shia LaBeouf, Tom Hardy, Gary Oldman, Jessica Chastain, Jason Clarke

Director: John Hillcoat

Rating: R

Running Time: 115 min.

Synopsis: Three rebellious, bootlegging brothers find the elusive American Dream within their reach, and fight to maintain their grip as powerful urban gangsters reap the rewards of their hard work in this sprawling Great Depression-era crime drama from director John Hillcoat (The Road, The Proposition). At the height of Prohibition, ambitious country boy Jack Bondurant dreams of becoming "Public Enemy #1", and reaping all the benefits that go with the gangster lifestyle. By expanding his family's moonshining business, he plots to launch a vast criminal empire while winning the heart of beautiful Amish girl Bertha. With his older, intimidating brother Howard by his side, Jack has the brawn to get the job done, too. But they need a strong leader to guide them - a responsibility that falls on their eldest sibling Forrest. Stoic and stalwart, Forrest is the kind of man who holds his cards close, and places a high value on character. Meanwhile, as the three siblings rise to power while battling treachery on both sides of the law, a mysterious woman named Maggie appears out of nowhere, prompting the thoughtful Forrest to question the true price of his outlaw ways.

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  • Sep 02, 2012 01:33 am

    Eudena said: A

    Great movie with good characters, scenery, & theme music. A little bloody at times but it goes with the storyline. Go see it.

  • Sep 12, 2012 01:33 pm

    Peneflix said: C

    FOR LOVERS OF WESTERNS, BOOTLEGGERS AND THOSE NOT SQUAMISH WHEN IT COMES TO GUTS AND GORE!

  • Sep 18, 2012 02:34 am

    Dennis said: B

    A much better movie than the title would suggest. A good story that keeps you interested. Great location and detail. A nice change from other films available at this time.

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