Midnight Run

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Blake- N @PBSAniDom 2d Midnight Run is, in my opinion, the best classic starring Robert De Niro. It perfectly balances action, comedy, and character-driven storytelling in a way that still feels fresh and highly entertaining today. What really makes it stand out is the chemistry between the lead performances and the effortless mix of tension and humor. The film never feels forced; instead, it flows naturally from one moment to the next, keeping things engaging without losing its sharp edge or personality. It’s also impressive how well it was received critically, earning nominations at the 46th Golden Globe Awards for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy and Best Actor for De Niro, which reflects just how strong his performance is here. Overall, it’s a smart, rewatchable, and highly entertaining film that deserves its status as a classic. I’d rate it a solid 10/10. See more Jim N @RT88410809 Apr 6 Watching this on television in the late 80s or early 90s on a black-and-white television as a curtain to other activities was worthwhile, but seeking it out in the age of democratic technology seems a mistaken choice. Some people apparently regard this film as among De Niro's best. Those people are likewise mistaken. See more Barrie S @Barrieboy Mar 14 A quite watchable dry comedy with De Niro as our hero bounty hunter who has some success in getting his man, his difficulty being actually keeping his man. Can’t understand the obsession with American movie makers with the F word. Hardly a sentence spoken without it. Appeals to adolescents, presumably. See more Matthew D @OceanSage Feb 26 I am delighted to discover another wonderful Robert De Niro film I had not seen. Director Martin Brest’s action-comedy Midnight Run (1988) is hysterical! Robert De Niro’s long suffering, angry bounty hunter Jack Walsh is a riot to watch. It’s especially fun to see Charles Grodin’s mob accountant constantly complaining to De Niro. Brest’s direction nails the guns blazing shootouts, while balancing the buddy comedy between De Niro and Grodin. Robert De Niro’s furious bounty hunter Jack Walsh is so clever, tough, funny, and frustrated that it’s simply delightful watching De Niro in this underrated comedy. De Niro is so naturally cool and menacing with a playful charm here. Charles Grodin is a scream as the ever complaining crooked accountant Jonathan Mardukas. He works so well at angering De Niro, while engraciating him. Yaphet Kotto’s annoyed FBI agent Alonzo Mosely is simply too funny. In all, Midnight Run is a surefire blast. See more Mickey B. @Mickerdoo Feb 10 Quite the road trip kerfuffle. Fluid exchange of power and enough interested parties to keep it fun. No love interest to gum up the works. See more Mark S @MarkRS Feb 8 This is an under-rated classic. De Niro's turn as ex-cop turned bounty hunty is comedy brilliance and his and his character's relationship with the fantastic Charles Grodin adds depth. In addition, the support cast is excellent. The film has numerous laugh-out-loud moments, some exciting action sequences and moments of drama. The plot is engaging and the pacing is almost perfect. Although there is quite a lot of profanity, it is not offensive but over-the-top and mostly used comedic ally. This is a film that would be perfect for 12+. It is also very highly-quotable and easily rewatchable. See more Read all reviews

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