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'The Bikeriders' (2024) - Review

 

Starring:

  • Tom Hardy
  • Austin Butler (as Benny)
  • Jodie Comer (main lead heroine)

Director:

  • Jeff Nichols

Music:

  • David Wingo

Genre:

  • Drama

Language:

  • English

Plot:

  • "The Bikeriders" follows the rise of a fictional 1960s Midwestern motorcycle club as seen through the lives of its members.

Performances:

  • The two main leads, Tom Hardy and Austin Butler, deliver phenomenal performances. They truly embody their characters.
  • Jodie Comer also performs well, fitting her role as the story's narrator.

Technical Aspects:

Direction:

  • Jeff Nichols excels in portraying the bike gang lifestyle of that era. While the story unfolds in a linear fashion, there are poignant moments that highlight the depth of the characters.

Cinematography:

  • The cinematography is commendable, effectively capturing the essence of the time period and the bike gang culture.

Music:

  • The sound mixing is impressive, particularly the integration of bike sounds, which adds an immersive layer to the experience.

Positives:

  • Strong performances by the main leads.
  • Excellent bike sound mixing.
  • Authentic 70s background setting.

Negatives:

  • The pacing could be improved.
  • The linear storyline feels somewhat predictable.

Personal Take:

  • "The Bikeriders" is inspired by a book about a bike gang, detailing its formation and evolution. The film starts off strong with some compelling scenes, but by the end, it leaves you feeling somewhat underwhelmed. The director's passion for bike gangs is evident, but some changes to the story could have enhanced the overall impact.

Rating:

  • 2.5/5

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