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A rogue CIA agent (Idris Elba) forms an unlikely partnership with a pickpocket (Richard Madden) to stop a terrorist conspiracy in Paris.
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Bastille Day proves Idris Elba is an action hero in waiting -- specifically, waiting for a script that deserves his talents.

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Simon Abrams RogerEbert.com Elba's magnetic physical presence delivers so much without doing much of anything. But his fans deserve so much better than a couple of dumb quips and a little ultra-violence. Rated: 1/4 Nov 18, 2016 Full Review Joey Nolfi Entertainment Weekly Most of The Take's moving parts feel like spinning cogs, devoid of fit or function. Rated: C Nov 17, 2016 Full Review Neil Genzlinger New York Times Yes, it's uncomfortable watching a terror-themed tale in a city that so recently dealt with real terrorism. But if you can get past that, the movie sweeps you along with a brisk pace and even dashes of humor. Nov 17, 2016 Full Review Graeme Tuckett Stuff.co.nz [The movie] falls to bits pretty badly in the home-straight and the story tosses any credibility out the window. But, by that time, the film has earned enough goodwill that you'll be prepared to just sit back and enjoy it until the credits roll. Jul 19, 2023 Full Review David Nusair Reel Film Reviews ...a stirring premise that’s employed to watchable yet far-from-spectacular effect... Rated: 2.5/4 Jan 6, 2023 Full Review M.N. Miller Ready Steady Cut By all accounts, this by-the-numbers buddy-cop movie should have stayed hidden on the top shelf where it has been left for the past four years. Rated: 2/5 Sep 3, 2022 Full Review Read all reviews

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Robert K An unimaginative set peice that somehow still manages to fail at casting any sort of shadow of its own. Idris Elba is a fine actor and played his part as expected. Richard Madden's emotional expressions felt crowbarred out of him at points. Predictable twists. Disappointing. Rated 2 out of 5 stars 02/25/24 Full Review K. J Terrible movie. So low rent on every level. Utterly unbelievable. Cartoon characters. Bad script. Bad acting. How do projects like this get the green light? Rated 2 out of 5 stars 01/11/24 Full Review R 9 Pretty good, for what it is. 'Bastille Day', or 'The Take' for us in my neck of the woods, is a sound action thriller that suitably entertains. Idris Elba has played this sorta role many a time but there's no doubting how strongly he performs in such films. He and co-star Richard Madden are sporting distracting (at least to someone who knows them more for their native tongue) accents, but are a solid pairing... their (admittedly somewhat minimal) buddy cop-esque banter isn't the best, though. Elba also appears in the end credits singing... not to great effect, I gotta say. Don't get me wrong I know that guy can very much do music, it's just that this song is, erm, not his strongest work, let's just say that. It's largely predictable, though it does things in a manner that kept me interested and enjoying what I was setting eyes on. So it gets a pass from yours truly. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 01/06/24 Full Review Fort P Loved it! Great action! Richard Madden & Idris Elba! Rated 4 out of 5 stars 10/15/23 Full Review Timothy D The Take is far from original or mind blowing, but Elba and Madden turn this basic action thriller into an entertaining experience. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 09/08/23 Full Review Matt P Even the Mrs liked this. Look, I'm not a fan of Idris whatsoever. I don't think he'd fit James Bond either. Not due to age because that's not important but I think he lacks the charisma that other bonds have possessed to play 007. I wasn't happy with his behaviour during lockdown hence he was one of the first celebs to declare he got it nor am I happy with some of his performances in various other films. Very over hyped. The only reason people are sweet on him is because girls of today like Black guys (hmm wonder why) let's be honest here. They don't even care if the movie is good. He does have presence. But, he is a little better than I give him credit for. In this movie, which I almost didn't bother watching because of his latest movies being way over hyped, he was a really good fit. Back to form. Hope it continues. He deserves better roles. I liked him alongside the rock and statham, but then he opts for theatre or some other silly roles where he doesn't show his best. Perhaps his best days are behind him, maybe that's a challenge I'd like him to push himself like he did here and get into the role. The other lead who played the pick Pocket did well too. What annoyed me though is how come the French police didn't arrest the guy if his face was shown on the news? Wouldn't his face be shown around the globe quickly? Maybe I missed this. Just a bit weak in certain areas because they were in a rush for the chase scene to kick off and to get on with things. Missed out some of the better more realistic details that could have made this film much better. And realistic, does more than thrills. The two go together you know. Tip for Netflix there. Keep it as realistic as possible. Don't miss out on things that don't add up. Oh and easy on the police brutality. This doesn't need to catch on in Paris.. oh no wait. Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 08/02/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis A rogue CIA agent (Idris Elba) forms an unlikely partnership with a pickpocket (Richard Madden) to stop a terrorist conspiracy in Paris.
Director
James Watkins
Producer
David Kanter, Bard Dorros, Philippe Rousselet, Fabrice Gianfermi, Steve Golin
Screenwriter
James Watkins, Andrew Baldwin
Distributor
High Top Releasing
Production Co
Anonymous Content, Anton Capital Entertainment
Rating
R (Some Nudity|Language|Violence)
Genre
Action, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Nov 18, 2016, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Nov 18, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA)
$39.0K
Runtime
1h 32m
Sound Mix
Dolby Atmos
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