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Lawless (2012) Reviews

Lawless (2012)
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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" while 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. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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Director(s):
John Hillcoat
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
Format(s):
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Dennis M.

I thought this was a great movie and based on a true story or book of 3 brothers.Thats the time and the area for this and the cops that were brought in werelke the Binks braught in PA's coal mines!! Watch it

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Larry M.

It was OK but nothing that I'd ever care to watch again. The whole plot was pretty predictable throughout the film. If you have nothing better to do, watch it. It's so-so.

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Gvili A.

ok movie

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David M.

A good movie based on true events.

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Richard A.

Good performances by the actors, combined with a compelling true story, makes for a good watch. Definitiely recommend this movie.

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Raymond F.

Saw this movie when it was in theaters and watched it again last night on DVD. I enjoyed it both times and the cast was perfect. Guy Pierce is a perfect villian;ie Count of Monte Cristo,and the three brothers could not have been cast any better.

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Carter K.

Would have been a much better film if it wasn't centered around Shia Lebeuf- did a horrible job acting, but good plot and directing.

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Ronald D.

good moon shine movie

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Ricardo R.

This movie was simply great. The storyline was very intriguing. Nice action packed scenes peppered throughout the movie. Geez, even Tom Harding's voice in this film should get some recognition. And to boot, it's based on a true story. Two very enthusiastic thumbs up!

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Catherine R.

This was the WORST bootlegging movie ever made! I am SOOO glad I didnt go to the movies to see it. It was slow, had too many different charachters with no clear connections and seemed to last forever. I know it was based on a true story but I have to say it was a story better kept in the hills. compared to the HBO series, Boardwalk Empire, there is NO comparison. BORING!

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    Bonnie and james P.

    Saw this last night, and it was as good as I hoped it would be. I love this time period and the fact it was based on the true story of the Bondurant Brothers, moonshiners, made it interesting. The movie went beyond my expectations with the excellent acting, and attention to detail. A little violent of course, but mixed with love stories as well... Best movie about this subject matter I have seen.

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    Mark J.

    Definitely worth renting, Lawless has all of the compelling elements of fine drama, love story subplots, strong villains, characters with strengths and weaknesses and gritty storyline. The fact that it has roots in actual events and people also adds to the satisfaction of glimpsing into a not too distant era in our country's evolution, and provides a strong commentary about moral relativism

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    Jan B.

    very good movie, I especially liked Tom Hardy....between warrior and lawless i think He is a force to be admired for his poutiness almost like Brando. Guy was a good bad guy would like to have done him myself!

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