Critical Score:  80

Audience Score: n/a

Starring:  Robert Redford, Sissy Spacek, Casey Affleck

Director:  David Lowery

Robert Redford says this is his last movie, but who really knows; he could change his mind any minute.  This is overall very entertaining and really tries to break down the motivation of Redford’s Forrest Tucker as to why he continues to rob banks over and over again.  Spoiler alert – it’s because that’s what he knows, that’s what he’s good at and that’s what he loves.  It’s kind of a tempting lifestyle as there would definitely be a rush if not addicting quality to the act itself and for outwitting law enforcement.  However, there is really no chance for much of a life in the end because Forrest is always running from the law and from people he cares about.

Possibly, the more interesting character and a bit of a surprise in the movie is Casey Affleck as the detective who at first seems to be trying to catch Forrest, but may have decided that catching him isn’t that important.  I guess the detective feels a little sorry for Forrest while respecting the love he has for his craft at the same time.  At least this is a different perspective than that of an obsessive and angry law enforcer going after the criminal at all costs whatsoever.  This detective seems to have a life that he likes, and doesn’t need to obsess about catching Forrest; he is intrigued though and interested in the case.  He also seems to really care about Forrest.  Overall a solid movie, excellent acting and worth a look.