Thelma & Louise

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Thelma & Louise

R

Released May 24, 1991

2h 10m

Comedy

Drama

Adventure

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Meek housewife Thelma (Geena Davis) joins her friend Louise (Susan Sarandon), an independent waitress, on a short fishing trip. However, their trip becomes a flight from the law when Louise shoots and kills a man who tries to rape Thelma at a bar. Louise decides to flee to Mexico, and Thelma joins her. On the way, Thelma falls for sexy young thief J.D. (Brad Pitt) and the sympathetic Detective Slocumb (Harvey Keitel) tries to convince the two women to surrender before their fates are sealed.

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Critics Consensus

Driven by ride-or-die chemistry between Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon while director Ridley Scott provides scorching visuals fit for a postcard, Thelma & Louise is a feminist adventure that's equal parts provocative and rollicking.

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Chris Bennion

The Times (UK)

Ridley Scott’s dust-caked rush of female empowerment is an absolute thrill, thanks to engrossing performances from Susan Sarandon and Geena Davis, and a sparkling debut script from Callie Khouri.

Jul 7, 2023

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Kevin Maher

The Times (UK)

Sarandon and Davis are profoundly perfect.

Rated: 5/5

Jun 2, 2023

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Linda Deutsch

Associated Press

The script by first-time screen writer Callie Khoury is refreshingly insightful about women and men in a brave new America.

Mar 2, 2023

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Chase Hutchinson

The Stranger (Seattle, WA)

Whenever we look back on the great American road trip movies, this will forever remain at the top, thanks to excellent performances by both Susan Sarandon and Geena Davis.

Jul 25, 2024

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Sarah Cortinaz

InSession Film

The key points of symbolism that are displayed in Thelma & Louise are no accident, but they are there to show the extreme changes in the women from beginning to end.

Rated: A

Apr 23, 2024

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James Kendrick

Q Network Film Desk

takes the broad parameters of a number of well-worn, male-dominated genres and turns them on their head, deriving all manner of pleasure and pain from both its close adherence to the tradition and its constant inversion

Rated: 4/4

Oct 6, 2023

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Valerie

show how to stand up to a man who take advantage of someone and a friend.how to have a fun time.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/01/21

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HITZ 4

Uma excelente road trip, que não só entrega uma jornada divertida, mas uma experiência sobre liberdade, amor e autenticidade.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/05/25

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Gavin J

This was one of the first movies I bought on VHS when I was 12 years old. It totally blew me away and still does today..a fantastical beauty of a movie..top notch from all involved and I will always enjoy introducing family and friend to this one again and again forever!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/03/25

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William W

Outstandingly touching performance by Susan Sarandon and Geena Davis, Great cinematography and writing, and as-perfect-as-always Hans Zimmer score. This is one of the best road and buddy films ever!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/03/25

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Daniel Z

This is my Mother and I's goto favorite movie! We often relate to this film and reference it when s*** hits the fan. It's really neat that my Aunt could be Susan's twin but my Mom's name is Lori and I'm Tasha whose widowed by my own J.D. We often say "let's pull a Thelma & Louise!" This film is so timeless, you can apply to any period and this storyline fits. Great film and greater Actresses and Actors! Plus you got Brad Pitt! What else could you ask for.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/05/25

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Christian K

Geena is just....wow. The characters and plot are tight and focused.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

04/09/25

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Synopsis

Meek housewife Thelma (Geena Davis) joins her friend Louise (Susan Sarandon), an independent waitress, on a short fishing trip. However, their trip becomes a flight from the law when Louise shoots and kills a man who tries to rape Thelma at a bar. Louise decides to flee to Mexico, and Thelma joins her. On the way, Thelma falls for sexy young thief J.D. (Brad Pitt) and the sympathetic Detective Slocumb (Harvey Keitel) tries to convince the two women to surrender before their fates are sealed.

Director: Ridley Scott
Producer: Mimi Polk Gitlin, Ridley Scott
Screenwriter: Callie Khouri
Distributor: MGM
Production Co: Metro Goldwyn Mayer
Rating: R
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Adventure
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): May 24, 1991, Original
Release Date (Streaming): Jun 18, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA): $43.3M
Runtime: 2h 10m
Sound Mix: Dolby SR
Aspect Ratio: 35mm

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