Synopsis:
Logan Lucky is a heist comedy film that follows the Logan brothers, Jimmy (Channing Tatum) and Clyde (Adam Driver), who plan to rob the Charlotte Motor Speedway during the Coca-Cola 600 race. In order to pull off the heist, they enlist the help of their sister Mellie (Riley Keough) and the explosives expert Joe Bang (Daniel Craig), who is currently incarcerated. The movie explores themes of family, class, and the American Dream.
Review:
Logan Lucky received generally positive reviews upon its release. The movie was praised for its clever script, which is full of humor and witty dialogue. The cast was also commended for their performances, with Daniel Craig stealing the show as the flamboyant and unpredictable Joe Bang. Channing Tatum and Adam Driver also delivered strong performances as the Logan brothers, who are struggling to make ends meet in rural West Virginia.
The movie is a fun and entertaining heist comedy that doesn't take itself too seriously. The pacing is fast and the plot is full of twists and turns, keeping the audience engaged throughout. The movie also has a strong sense of place, capturing the spirit of rural Appalachia.
Awards:
Logan Lucky was not nominated for any major awards, but it was well received by critics and audiences alike. The movie was praised for its originality and its ability to subvert expectations, making it a standout in the crowded genre of heist movies.
| Directed by | Steven Soderbergh, |
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| Written by | Rebecca Blunt |
| Produced by | Gregory Jacobs Mark Johnson Channing Tatum Reid Carolin |
| Starring | Channing Tatum, Adam Driver, Seth MacFarlane, Riley Keough, Katie Holmes, Katherine Waterston, Dwight Yoakam, Sebastian Stan, Brian Gleeson, Jack Quaid, Hilary Swank, Daniel Craig, |
| Cinematography | Peter Andrews |
| Edited by | Mary Ann Bernard |
| Music by | David Holmes |
| Distributed by | Fingerprint Releasing Bleecker Street |
| Release dates | August 9, 2017 (Knoxville) August 18, 2017 (United States) |
| Running time | 119 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Budget | $29 million |
| Box office | $48.5 million |