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Tough Guys [1987]
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Two of the greatest !
Review date: 2007-09-20 Rating: 10 out of 10
This movie is not bad at all. Its good entertainment and after all thats what a movie is all about. But essentially, here we have two of the finest actors of the last century. Just enjoy their work. Burt and Kirk have nothing to prove. Both have appeared in dozens of movies. Here they are just having fun and taking the chance to earn some cash - even if they are hardly are on their uppers! The plot of this film is well known and explained elsewhere. That does not matter. Briefly, a couple of old cons are released from jail after a 30 year stretch and expect to rejoin their old life as they left it. Just enjoy watching these two tough guys at work, their acting is just effortless. All you have to do is enjoy the entertainment!
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Reviews
Legendary actors in shallow movie
Review date: 2007-05-17 Rating: 6 out of 10
It's a treat seeing Burt Lancaster and Kirk Douglas bring their effortless charm and charisma to the big screen once again, but unfortunately this movie is too self aware of their legendary status.
The joke here, is that they have been in prison for 30 years for robbing a train, and are now let out to be bewildered by the modern world. Alas, when this film was made, the modern world was 1980, which almost seems stranger now than the 50's that our heroes are nostalgic for. The 80's excess has rarely been more exaggerated in a movie, from annoying electronic soundtrack to the worst of 80's hairdo's and plastic clothes.
It's intermittently good fun, truth be told, as they attempt to retain their dignity in the face of various homes, jobs and situations. Alas, it is only at the end the movie gains a sense of purpose as they decide to rob the Flyer one more time - the job that got them in jail in the first place. In the meantime, their tough guy status might better be described as `invulnerable guys', as they foil a bank robbery, single handedly defeat a 12 strong street gang, survive all night sex with young infatuated aerobics instructors (was that last one inserted in the script by the actors one wonders..?) and evade aging hitmen.
Extended supporting roles from Eli Wallach, Charles Durning and a young Dana Carvey add little to the movie but padding - it's Douglas and Lancaster that make this movie worth watching. The movie itself however, rarely finds a narrative to give it the momentum it so badly needs.
Nostalgic treat on one hand to see the actors, but also a sad reminder of how shallow 80's cinema could be.
Not Quite As Good As COCOON
Review date: 2004-04-06 Rating: 8 out of 10
TOUGH GUYS is a movie about two aging train robbers who are released from prison after serving long terms. They have trouble adjusting to life on the outside and decide to once again try to rob a train. Burt Lancaster and Kirk Douglas have the starring roles as Harry Doyle and Archie Long. The supporting cast includes Charles Durning, Alexis Smith, Dana Carvey, Eli Wallach and Darlanne Fluegel.
The plot is predictable and unimaginative. The acting, however, is strong in spite of the weak material and the film is very enjoyable in spots.
Product Details/Specifications
Actor(s):
Dana Carvey
Burt Lancaster
Kirk Douglas
Alexis Smith
Charles Durning
Creators:
Burt Lancaster (Primary Contributor)
Kirk Douglas (Primary Contributor)
King Baggot (Cinematographer)
Kaja Fehr (Editor)
Jana Sue Memel (Producer)
Joe Wizan (Producer)
Richard Hashimoto (Producer)
James Orr (Writer)
Jim Cruickshank (Writer)
Director(s):
Recording label: Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainm
Manufacturer: Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainm
EAN: 0501718881085
Binding: DVD
Number of items: 1
Format: PAL,
Release date: 2004-04-12
Universal product code (UPC): 501718881085
Number of discs: 1
Aspect ratio: 2.35:1
Audience rating: Suitable for 12 years and over
Region code: 2
Running time: 100 minutes
Theatrical release date: 1986-10-03
Language: English (Original Language)
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