A lighthearted comedy/drama based on the true story of bank robber, Forrest Tucker. The film stars Robert Redford (in what is reportedly his last film role) as Tucker and he couldn't be more perfectly cast. Mr. Redford still has that twinkle in his eye and is utterly charming in the role. You can't help but smile throughout the film as he and his "Over The Hill" gang (Tom Waits and Danny Glover) rob banks throughout Texas and Missouri.
The film also co-stars Sissy Spacek who has incredible chemistry with Mr. Redford. They are a complete pleasure to watch together. Casey Affleck also co-stars as Detective John Hunt who becomes obsessed with capturing Tucker. Tika Sumpter plays his wife. There are also cameos from Isiah Whitlock Jr., Elizabeth Moss, Keith Carradine, and John David Washington.
Writer/director David Lowery knows how much the camera loves his star and makes use of many closeups. His screenplay is based on a magazine article about Mr. Tucker and he lets the audience know from the start that "most" of the film is true. He directs in a laid back, leisurely fashion and the film is entertaining throughout. If this is truly Mr. Redford's last film, he is going out in style.
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