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netflicJul 10, 2017

Have you ever seen a heist movie that is also a musical?
Have you heard a sound track where gun shots are used as drums?
I haven't. Here comes "Baby Driver", a very stylish musical-slash-action movie with a script that makes no sense at all.Have you ever seen a heist movie that is also a musical?
Have you heard a sound track where gun shots are used as drums?
I haven't. Here comes "Baby Driver", a very stylish musical-slash-action movie with a script that makes no sense at all. Even great actors like Kevin Spacey are flat and unconvincing. So, why does this movie have reviews so high? Frankly, I do not know. Good music, racy races (pun intended), a new style, as I already mentioned. But poor script full of cliches of all kinds, no interesting characters. On the other hand, there is something in the film that might make it a cult movie. So, you milage may vary.… Expand

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halo65Jul 10, 2017

This appears to be a homemade movie. If you watched the trailer you saw the best part. At the end of movie I asked attendant for refund, she said get in line it will be a long one.

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CroBanjoManJul 10, 2017

Gratuitous violence, gets worse as the film progresses. Main character precocious, never-I-smile young man with incredible (read: unrealistic) driving talents. “The girl” has no other quality except for her looks, but hey, we were all youngGratuitous violence, gets worse as the film progresses. Main character precocious, never-I-smile young man with incredible (read: unrealistic) driving talents. “The girl” has no other quality except for her looks, but hey, we were all young once. Other characters (cardboard cutouts, more like it) are either stupid or sociopaths. Totally unbelievable plot, expanded beyond its meager realm of possibility in the first 3 minutes. All just an excuse to direct a few exciting car chasing scenes, last of the Mohicans I presume, since the self-driving ones are upon us. Movie is a tribute to the lost art of using a clutch, which most Americans don’t appreciate anyway, and a glorification of gun violence, which most Americans appreciate all too well. Music is too loud, and too widespread in its provenance to be memorable or exciting (who in their 20’s or 30’s has even heard of first Queen album?). With so much directorial drifting from stylish parody to serious dark movie to Bonnie and Clyde tragedy-drama to Shawshank-like redemption, the film did not even had a remote chance to be a decent one. Sorry I paid some good beer money to see it.… Expand

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nise54Jul 10, 2017

This one of the BEST car chase/soundtracks I have ever experienced! Do not just go into this movie for that, it has a great story line and AMAZING actors! I went to see it not knowing exactly what I was in for and walked away having it be oneThis one of the BEST car chase/soundtracks I have ever experienced! Do not just go into this movie for that, it has a great story line and AMAZING actors! I went to see it not knowing exactly what I was in for and walked away having it be one of my favorite movies!!… Expand

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istanbulJul 10, 2017

this is a well choreographed movie that has a ton of style and character. unfortunately though the last hour of the movie tries too hard to be a box office success, taking some of the swag out of this exceptional film. I also though Kevinthis is a well choreographed movie that has a ton of style and character. unfortunately though the last hour of the movie tries too hard to be a box office success, taking some of the swag out of this exceptional film. I also though Kevin Spacey was used poorly throughout.… Expand

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KirvinJul 9, 2017

This movie was great, the driving sequences and the music really carries this film and enhanced the story line. The movie definitely gets a bonus for unique and originality something that has been lacking from most of the 2017 summer flicks.This movie was great, the driving sequences and the music really carries this film and enhanced the story line. The movie definitely gets a bonus for unique and originality something that has been lacking from most of the 2017 summer flicks. The down side that stopped this movie from being perfect is the tone shift hard towards the end, then the ending was less than satisfactory in my opinion. With all that said I still really enjoy movie and its worth a watch. Every actor and actress added an nice pieces that fit together perfectly and made this movie really great.… Expand

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CardyBoyJul 8, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. FIRST PARAGRAPH IS SPOILER FREE!
WOW! From what I've seen, this is Edgar Wright's best film yet. The action scenes, the car chases and the comedy are what make this film bloody amazing. All the characters in this film were needed to make the story expect Griff (Jon Bernthal). It wasn't full on comedy like all the films in the 3 flavors Cornetto trilogy which I was expecting because the trailers weren't that funny, and were not supposed to be. The film just has jokes sprinkled throughout the film which I liked. Overall, one of the best films I've seen and if you love Edgar Wright, you obviously have to see this film. Can't wait for that Blu-Ray!

LAST WARNING! SPOILERS AHEAD!

WTF JUST HAPPENED. As soon as Bats died, this film was extremely **** up. They were great surprises that made sense, unlike Hot Fuzz which was really silly and couldn't take seriously. Debora (Lily James) was a pretty dumb character. When Baby shot Buddy, she just goes with him without any concerns whatsoever and just goes along with him. She instantly becomes a criminal starts hurting people. WHAT!? I like how Doc (Kevin Spacy) stayed on Baby's side no matter what. Showing a true Father and son bond. Although they're not related. He died a hero, trying to save him by trying to kill Buddy and then gets ran over. Then 10 mins later, he gets shot in the leg, falls off a ledge and **** dies. The fact that pretty much every character dies other then a few made really have to walk the film off.… Expand

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DesrouleauxJul 8, 2017

For me this was the must-see film of the summer, my expectations were set really high for this one. Baby Driver failed to exceed those expectations however. BUT! This film is really good, it kind of has it all; action scenes, tricky romance,For me this was the must-see film of the summer, my expectations were set really high for this one. Baby Driver failed to exceed those expectations however. BUT! This film is really good, it kind of has it all; action scenes, tricky romance, funny scenes and you even feel for some characters; especially Joe (CJ Jones). Another good aspect is how the main villain didn't turn out to be the one i expected from the beginning. The soundtrack/music in the film is great and Edgar Wright made amazing use of the music during the action scenes. All in all 8/10 and probably would've been 9/10 if it wasn't so hyped.… Expand

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drbriandoddphdJul 8, 2017

It was OK, but not funny at all as some imply. OK, well two chuckles. How come no-one mentions the huge body count and extreme violence, including joyfully mowing down dozens of police?

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NeutralMilkHJul 7, 2017

For a movie that has a lot of supporting characters with no background, they are very well-fleshed out and their motivations are clear (considering that it's something as simple as money!) Baby in particular has more complicated motivations,For a movie that has a lot of supporting characters with no background, they are very well-fleshed out and their motivations are clear (considering that it's something as simple as money!) Baby in particular has more complicated motivations, and they are revealed in tidbits throughout the movie, but it never throws the movie off track and is actually a helpful insight into the mind of Baby. The action scenes are top-notch... I'll just leave it at that because that's the one part of the movie that no one should even be debating over. Baby's relationship with "a girl" was at first surprisingly realistic... but as things start to get more troubling for Baby, it's hard to believe how the relationship with the "girl" was effected (That's how spoiler-free I can go when it comes to talking about that.) All of the actor's performances in this movie are just enchanting... and just when you think a character is a really nice person, they end up being a bit of a **** ok, I'll stop talking about this before I get into something that'll really spoil the movie.… Expand

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Kevdog33Jul 7, 2017

The kiss the ring mentality that garnered this movie universal acclaim has me wondering. Are all these critics trying to keep something hidden? Were there children and wives threatened? Or, are they all gutless and not familiar in the carThe kiss the ring mentality that garnered this movie universal acclaim has me wondering. Are all these critics trying to keep something hidden? Were there children and wives threatened? Or, are they all gutless and not familiar in the car chase/heist film. Tis true I score films similar to what a college professor might score a paper. This rag with some decent scenes in the first half fails in the second act with redundancy and lack of ideas. Save your money and time but watch out for Edgar Wright as he has got the goods on all the "real" critics or perhaps even you.… Expand

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DubeauJul 7, 2017

Good action movie but also good story in general. The beginning of the movie doesn't take itself seriously and after that it shift to something with more tension. The acting is very good, even the younger actors. Some humour, some darkerGood action movie but also good story in general. The beginning of the movie doesn't take itself seriously and after that it shift to something with more tension. The acting is very good, even the younger actors. Some humour, some darker moments. The movie didn't blow my mind but I was entertain. I give it a 80%… Expand

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neilmiltonJul 7, 2017

All style no substance. Really boring. Meh. (Loved Spaced, Shaun was okay, thought Scott Pilgrim was astounding visually - quite weak source material).

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WesisaLeoJul 7, 2017

Years ago, there was a vehicle called the "Conquest," which was the Dodge-Chrysler version of Mitsubishi's "Starion." It was butt-ugly, and I don't mean Beyonce's derriere, nuh-uh.

But one year, va-va-VOOM they remade that sucker into aYears ago, there was a vehicle called the "Conquest," which was the Dodge-Chrysler version of Mitsubishi's "Starion." It was butt-ugly, and I don't mean Beyonce's derriere, nuh-uh.

But one year, va-va-VOOM they remade that sucker into a sleek and sexy ride, a ride that looked like the feeling of someone you've lusted after suddenly tipping you the wink.

Folks, "Baby Driver" is the OPPOSITE of what I just described.

If you're familiar w/ Edgar Wright's best-known directing efforts, for examples the brilliant "Spaced" series, his snappy trilogy of films starring Simon Pegg and Nick Frost (also from "Spaced") and the ultra-hip "Scott Pilgrim" which turned Mary Elizabeth Winstead into The It Girl of this decade, folks if you enjoyed those works and were expecting something in that vein, but w/ an even cooler soundtrack and cleverly edited car-chases...

...you will be sorely disappointed by "Baby Driver." Go in w/ no expectations but forgettable entertainment, some witty barbs, one surprising cameo that's cut short way too quickly, and dialogue/situations you'll wince at more often than not, and just maybe you'll see where the glowing reviews for this are coming from.

In other words, go back to your teenage non-jaded years. This is no "Drive," nor "The Driver," and nothing close to that hair-raising street chase from "Nightcrawler." This was "The Transporter" w/o a believable lead nor pulse-raising fight scenes. Or indeed, chase scenes worth recalling. "Baby Driver" does boast Jon Hamm's impression of The Terminator, and an ending that comes after what should have been the ending, after an uncomfortable amount of waiting time.

To wit: This DOES NOT live up to its ridiculous amount of hype. I'm rating this as high as 4 of 10 because it wasn't a bad film, just oh-so very disappointing. You've been warned.… Expand

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m_eldersJul 7, 2017

The first three scenes of the movie had me smiling uncontrollably. They set the stage: Baby is introduced, we get some hints at the dark deal behind the scenes, and we learn that music is everything. The intro was so unique and fresh that IThe first three scenes of the movie had me smiling uncontrollably. They set the stage: Baby is introduced, we get some hints at the dark deal behind the scenes, and we learn that music is everything. The intro was so unique and fresh that I almost didn't notice as every subsequent scene played out beat for beat exactly as one might have expected from the intro, right down to the obvious deaths and betrayals and the disgusting, regressive film stereotypes. The lead man, the lead villain, and the lead criminal are all white men. The female love interest is mindlessly devoted to her man. The white guy criminal is suave and gets the most screen time of the criminals, his wife is sexy and a reflection of him, and the black guy is a scary criminal. I kept expecting my expectations to be subverted because my expectations were embarrassingly bland, but alas. Each character can be described fully in one short, nuance-free sentence, and if you leave the theater saying, "What a unique ____!" I can guarantee that word isn't "plot."… Expand

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CapnConundrumJul 7, 2017

This is being falsely inflated due to the movie dry spell this summer. The plot is uninspired. None of the characters are even mildly interesting. There are only two characters with consistent personalities, and each of them areThis is being falsely inflated due to the movie dry spell this summer. The plot is uninspired. None of the characters are even mildly interesting. There are only two characters with consistent personalities, and each of them are nauseating. This would make a great music video except they don't even make use of that properly. I enjoyed watching it, but don't expect something great. Expect to have fun and feel like it was worth your money. You'll be happy you saw it. Expect something great and you'll be sorely disappointed.… Expand

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gunnyartJul 6, 2017

I only made it through the first 30 minutes before walking out and asking for a refund. Maybe it got dramatically better after I left but I doubt it. I did not remotely begin to care about the characters or plot (what little of it there was)

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nickholbekJul 6, 2017

A film that screems "Look at how I can edit!". Way too try-hard, completely unbelievable in any way. The lead character has no real charm, so swinging round lampposts and singing along to his music for most of the film becomes boring andA film that screems "Look at how I can edit!". Way too try-hard, completely unbelievable in any way. The lead character has no real charm, so swinging round lampposts and singing along to his music for most of the film becomes boring and tiresome. Foxx comes away with credit, as does Hamm. The female characters are appallingly written, and Kevin Spacey was on autopilot (and I love Kevin Spacey). Don't believe the hype folks, its an average film to turn your mind off to.… Expand

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RegretsJul 5, 2017

You gotta be either on drugs or incredibly imaginative to give this movie anything above a 6. (Sorry, Steven King and friends.) Cheesy script, mediocre soundtrack and if not for Jamie Foxx, average performances. Can't imagine why KevinYou gotta be either on drugs or incredibly imaginative to give this movie anything above a 6. (Sorry, Steven King and friends.) Cheesy script, mediocre soundtrack and if not for Jamie Foxx, average performances. Can't imagine why Kevin Spacey would even do this film. Seems like he's phoning it in. If you're an 17yr old male going for the thrill of the driving scenes, which are quite good, or the gunplay then you'll probably like Baby driver.… Expand

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FranzHcriticJul 5, 2017

It's got slick style, an array of colorful characters, and a story behind all the impressive action sequences, and probably the best soundtrack since 'Pulp Fiction'. None of 'Baby Driver' is muddied up by cliche that can be found so often inIt's got slick style, an array of colorful characters, and a story behind all the impressive action sequences, and probably the best soundtrack since 'Pulp Fiction'. None of 'Baby Driver' is muddied up by cliche that can be found so often in today's wasteland of cheap, empty action movies. 'Baby Driver' is hands down, the year's best thriller, and Edgar Wright's best film as a director, even better than 'Hot Fuzz.'… Expand

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swarnimaJul 5, 2017

Visually, it's so ridiculously stylish -- it's so gorgeously/hilariously Edgar Wright. The story does not go where you expect it to, but it also does. My 10s are not easily received, but Baby Driver deserves it, without a doubt.

Admittedly,Visually, it's so ridiculously stylish -- it's so gorgeously/hilariously Edgar Wright. The story does not go where you expect it to, but it also does. My 10s are not easily received, but Baby Driver deserves it, without a doubt.

Admittedly, I'm a huge sucker for great soundtracks in movies, and this has one that was just /so/ good. Great performances from the ensemble cast, particularly Ansel Elgort (Baby) and Jamie Foxx (Bats).… Expand

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foxgroveJul 4, 2017

Flashy, entertaining, but just a little bit too pleased with itself. To base a whole film around a soundtrack is almost certainly asking for trouble and inevitably Edgar Wright's idea and direction are both a lot better than his screenplay,Flashy, entertaining, but just a little bit too pleased with itself. To base a whole film around a soundtrack is almost certainly asking for trouble and inevitably Edgar Wright's idea and direction are both a lot better than his screenplay, which on more than a few occasions pushed the bounds of credibility. The cast are firing on all cylinders but the film annoyingly see-saws between good and fair throughout due to some loose writing. Strangely the music choices are often only ok, although credit must be given for them not having been over used in other films. Standout music piece is a track by 'Focus'(taken from Focus Three if I'm not mistaken)to accompany a chase sequence on foot involving 'Baby Driver' Ansel Elgort, who for once is actually good in a role. As befits a crime thriller the editing is sharp and the sound is clear. It must be said that the film definitely leaves an impression after disappearing from the screen. I just wish that the writing could have made that impression more consistent for me to appreciate the resultant movie better.… Expand

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lsteeleJul 4, 2017

"Baby Driver" is another excellent blend of comedy, action, and good writing by directory/writer Edgar Wright. As a whole the film is paced very well, but the middle/second act is slightly slower than the other two. The romantic interest"Baby Driver" is another excellent blend of comedy, action, and good writing by directory/writer Edgar Wright. As a whole the film is paced very well, but the middle/second act is slightly slower than the other two. The romantic interest (played by Lily James) seems a little forced, but her performance is good. Ansel Elgort, Jon Hamm, Kevin Spacey and Eiza González all have good performances as well, but the best performance in my opinion is by Jamie Foxx, who plays the character Bats. The story is entertaining, and the driving scenes are beautifully directed. Overall, this is an immensely entertaining watch.… Expand

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tibzoidJul 4, 2017

Kind of flabbergasted at the critical praise this cliche-ridden, unexceptional movie has received. "Hot Fuzz" had a million tons more heart, brains and fun than this film. "True Romance" did it better. If "Baby" is great, Hollywood is dead.

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HoxtonJul 4, 2017

Great movie, brilliantly edited to correlate with the sound track, well made realistic action and driving sequences. The plot overall is the weak point, generic "one last job" with rushed romance.

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MasterRileyJul 3, 2017

Baby Driver is a fantastic film in every aspect, one that both impresses and thoroughly entertains you from start to finish. Baby is a really likeable and interesting character, supported by the rest of the cast. The story is riveting,Baby Driver is a fantastic film in every aspect, one that both impresses and thoroughly entertains you from start to finish. Baby is a really likeable and interesting character, supported by the rest of the cast. The story is riveting, especially as the movie ramps up towards the final climax. The film primarily relies on practical effects and stunts making the car chases and gun fights more believable and satisfying to watch. The music, cinematography, and fast paced editing give the film a really unique style you cannot help but get into. The story also does a terrific job of balancing light and dark themes. Certain points in the movie have a lot of heart whereas others are not afraid to get violent. You get to see the contrast between different characters; some believe in making moral decisions whereas others only look out for themselves. This adds a really interesting dynamic between the main characters. Overall I loved Baby Driver, it was everything I was hoping it to be. Even if you do not feel as strongly about the movie as I do, it is still hard to be disappointed by this film.… Expand

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StevieGJDJul 3, 2017

Baby Driver has an amazing soundtrack, an eclectic mix of songs from the 1960s through the 2000s. This is one of the best soundtracks I've ever heard. That the movie's plot is inextricably tied to the music is its greatest virtue. TheBaby Driver has an amazing soundtrack, an eclectic mix of songs from the 1960s through the 2000s. This is one of the best soundtracks I've ever heard. That the movie's plot is inextricably tied to the music is its greatest virtue. The writer/director Edgar Wright made the "Three Flavors Cornetto" film trilogy of Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz and The World's End, the first two of which I really liked. He also made the truly underrated and under-appreciated Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, which was also tied to its music. Baby Driver is very kinetic and energetic. The driving is fantastic. Aaron Elgort will most likely become more known for this film than his previous memorable performance in The Fault in Our Stars. His character here is not that developed, but he's interesting. We find out the things that happened in his life to bring him to this unique situation, without finding out anything about how he learned to drive - which seems to be his greatest gift. This is a crime/heist drama mashed up with a romance and a long form music video. There are plenty of good bad guys: Kevin Spacey is perfectly believable as the head baddy, as are most of the others. Some are a little too over the top. But this movie is not about subtlety or nuance. You have sexy bad girl Darling (Eliza Gonzalez) and sexy love interest Debora (Lily James), apparently well orchestrated heists and wall to wall music. It is a fun ride. But the story gets a little too corny, rushed and completely unrealistic at the end. Not that any of it is realistic, which Baby Driver surely is not. But it is a fun ride. And did I mention that the soundtrack is awesome?… Expand

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ty139Jul 3, 2017

A story which you can predict right from the beginning, so only direction and acting is left out to judge this movie - which is perfect and a must watch.

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rawrpJul 3, 2017

I haven't seen a summer movie this engaging in many years. This flick is not burdened by big budget CGI and it lets the action drive excitement through a refreshing love story. The remarkable soundtrack (including Egyptian reggae!) is tightlyI haven't seen a summer movie this engaging in many years. This flick is not burdened by big budget CGI and it lets the action drive excitement through a refreshing love story. The remarkable soundtrack (including Egyptian reggae!) is tightly choreographed to the action scenes. Rhythmic gunshots and even lyrical graffiti add a sense of play that contrasts the deep menace and foreboding as the body count rises and mayhem ensues.

At its heart, the movie has a moral, even as the body count rises. Baby evades the police in downtown Atlanta not because they bumble, but because his skill and planning are exceptional. The camera captures the action sequences without causing confusion or overdoing the jump-cuts. The car stunts are exciting because of the context. By avoiding ramps and keeping all four wheels on the road, the high-speed chases become believable.

The flick tips its hat to the movies that inspired it, including Goldfinger and The Blues Brothers, among many others. One nit: the use of the word "retard" in the flick and in the soundtrack grinds at my modern sensibilities (which allow for gunplay, violence and murder among the characters).… Expand

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AcaciaJul 3, 2017

This really is a good movie. Baby is a young man being held hostage to Kevin Spacey based hpon something that happened in the past. Spacey has a rotating crew of thieves and Baby is the indentured getaway driver. The heists include banks,This really is a good movie. Baby is a young man being held hostage to Kevin Spacey based hpon something that happened in the past. Spacey has a rotating crew of thieves and Baby is the indentured getaway driver. The heists include banks, armored cars and even the post office. Among the thieves are John Hamm and Jamie Foxx. They do not play nicely with each other. Baby mostly tries to keep his distance from all of them, keep quiet and do his job. He listens to music constantly with his ear buds forever in his ears. A precious accident when he was very young has left him with ringing in the ears. He puts music in his ears to drown out the ringing. He has a wonderful foster father who he is very protectove of and also meets the dazzling Debora when she waits on him at a local diner. She changes his goals and helps him focus on the future. We watch as the various thieves pull off their assigned jobs and Baby gets them away from the cops. There is a thing with Jon Hamm that is hard to swallow and I found myself saying, "Give me a break!". But, other than that, I thought this was a very engrossing movie. You really care about Baby and are rooting for him throughout the picture. The music is almost another character because we see Baby doing everything in time to the music buzzing in his head. Very interesting.… Expand

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mikemcadams55Jul 3, 2017

Edgar Wright did something different with this film and you can tell from the beginning. The gorgeous blend of music and visuals is stunning, the cast is brilliant, and the story-telling from beginning to end keeps you interested. EachEdgar Wright did something different with this film and you can tell from the beginning. The gorgeous blend of music and visuals is stunning, the cast is brilliant, and the story-telling from beginning to end keeps you interested. Each character is a mystery unto themselves, which keeps you constantly guessing. I enjoyed it very much. I've only ever been disappointed with Wright once before (his choice of Michael Cera in "Scott Pilgrim") but this film simply did NOT disappoint. I'd recommend it.… Expand

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ScoutulamboJun 29, 2017

The editing throughout the movie is tight. The one-r toward the beginning was especially well directed. Wright's timing from his earlier comedies still shows throughout the film, adding to both the comedy and the intensity of the actionThe editing throughout the movie is tight. The one-r toward the beginning was especially well directed. Wright's timing from his earlier comedies still shows throughout the film, adding to both the comedy and the intensity of the action throughout. Sound was well handled in the film, with Wright taking advantage of the standard surround sound and playing soundtrack and environmental elements as if the viewer shares the same ears as the main character. Toward the end, there's a moment when the audience is violently reminded they share the same ears as Baby, so the next couple scenes are more immersive than normal. Wright has a number of call-backs to his earlier films, notably a comedic story technique used at the beginning of Shaun of the Dead and a couple spoofs of Michael Bay shots he'd previously used in Hot Fuzz.
Timing was everything in this movie and that every scene had its own unique beat was interesting. This movie did blatant soundtrack usage correctly, which is rare today.
The color grading of the film is different depending on the tone of each scene and who's in it, which is pretty refreshing. There's a specific character who, whenever they're on screen alone with Baby, the color grading goes to the same one used in Baby's flashbacks but without a filter over it, which was strong visual story telling. This carried over into how ideas are established throughout the film, especially toward the climax, where there's a scene where a minor character's dialogue and letters on a box tell a story, one of the characters tells the story they got from those elements, and finally another character subverts audience expectations based on that story.
The story itself follows a familiar path, but it follows it due to the personality traits of each character and the conflicts which arise between them. Spacey and James' characters represent character motivations and pressures for Baby which parallel his parents (not a spoiler), Jon Hamm's character is a perfect counterpart and foil to Baby which pushes him to make choices which reveal what he cares about most, his caretaker is a catalyst for change in his character and his realization of his true character motivations, and Foxx's character is a lesser foil which forces Baby into the situation which will eventually require him to make the choices he makes in the face of Jon Hamm's character.
The film has a somewhat typical but tight and well written plot, impressive stage direction (especially on the one-r), imaginative and immersive use of sound, characters who matter and the four most important of these characters undergo believable character arcs (the others are used to facilitate these arcs or give evidence of each characters true nature), and the editing is the best I've seen in a long time. Some of the driving in the film can get confusing on some of the faster paced chase scenes, but all of the driving sequences are exciting at the least and the film isn't actually about driving so much as it is about someone who, by happenstance, is forced into the position of driving. Every chase scene has some unique situation or stunt and the film feels much shorter than its 113 minute run time.
Probably the most solid action film I've seen in years and a great date movie if both of you are okay with violence in film.… Expand

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thanatopsisJul 3, 2017

I love everything Edgar Wright has done, including the TV show Spaced, but overall I didn't like this movie. It was slick and well done, but it just seemed to lack something, like it had no soul. It was formulaic, predictable, and quite dull.I love everything Edgar Wright has done, including the TV show Spaced, but overall I didn't like this movie. It was slick and well done, but it just seemed to lack something, like it had no soul. It was formulaic, predictable, and quite dull. I liked the way the editing was done to the music much of the time, but I didn't care for the music. The characters were unlikeable, especially the lead. Nobody had any chemistry.
It was technically well made, but just didn't come together for me.
It would be a fine rental I suppose. I might have liked it better if the characters and the music were better. The two friends I saw it with were much harsher on it than I am, and they are fans of Edgar Wright as well.
The last Fast and Furious movie was probably better.… Expand

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neilsonJul 2, 2017

This movie was only creative and fresh on the surface. Underneath, the plot line is not very interesting and certainly not new. While undeniably slick and well-shot, I found that the characters lacked any sort of realistic dimension thatThis movie was only creative and fresh on the surface. Underneath, the plot line is not very interesting and certainly not new. While undeniably slick and well-shot, I found that the characters lacked any sort of realistic dimension that would allow me to care much about the plot. I was disappointed given the positive reviews and word-of-mouth.… Expand

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BananafishJul 2, 2017

This movie "checks all the boxes". Protagonist, check. Authority figure, check. Love story, check. Action, check. All star cast, check. I can see why the Hollywood execs pounced. It's not bad, it's not good, it's just alright, and nearlyThis movie "checks all the boxes". Protagonist, check. Authority figure, check. Love story, check. Action, check. All star cast, check. I can see why the Hollywood execs pounced. It's not bad, it's not good, it's just alright, and nearly instantly forgettable. What's sad is that the bar is set so low that an "alright" movie comes out and it gets 86 on Metacritic and people go nuts. Meh.… Expand

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metaguestJul 2, 2017

Oh, crikey, the dialogue in this movie was absolutely horrendous. I expected so much more, since the cast was comprised of some very superb actors, but alas, the characters were not developed and the movie spent entirely too much time on aOh, crikey, the dialogue in this movie was absolutely horrendous. I expected so much more, since the cast was comprised of some very superb actors, but alas, the characters were not developed and the movie spent entirely too much time on a boring "love story" that really fell flat.… Expand

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LamontRaymondJul 2, 2017

Solid film, but didn't come close to living up to the hype. The beginning - with Baby lip syncing, etc. - reminded me of La La Land, and was a little cringe-worthy. Beyond that, my whole crew just thought it was all on a surface level - noSolid film, but didn't come close to living up to the hype. The beginning - with Baby lip syncing, etc. - reminded me of La La Land, and was a little cringe-worthy. Beyond that, my whole crew just thought it was all on a surface level - no depth whatsoever. Sure, great car sequences, but you never get to know any of the characters, and you never feel like anyone or anything is in real jeopardy.… Expand

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BHBarryJul 2, 2017

“Baby Driver” is the brainchild of writer/director Edgar Wright who brings us this action packed adventure involving bank heists and getaway chases that would make the producers of “Bullitt” and “The French Connection” gasp in awe. The film“Baby Driver” is the brainchild of writer/director Edgar Wright who brings us this action packed adventure involving bank heists and getaway chases that would make the producers of “Bullitt” and “The French Connection” gasp in awe. The film stars Ansel Elgort In the title role as the young man forced to drive getaway cars for a group of characters played by Kevin Spacey, Jon Hamm, Eliza Gonzalez, Lily James and James Foxx. Fast paced with the director’s foot constantly on the pedal, the film has a few dramatic moments and a simple story but, more than anything, the real star or stars (depending on what car is being used) are the vehicles speeding across the screen. Mr. Elgort is wonderfully cast as the main character of the film and draws the audience into his plight and circumstance with easy identification. Mr. Hamm, alas, is apparently faced with the George/Jason Alexander syndrome for he is not really believable as a punk hold up guy and seems better suited to be behind a desk an office on the Mad Men set. I give the film an 8 because, more than anything, it is an easy and enjoyable theatrical experience.… Expand

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KeithDowJul 2, 2017

Baby Driver is essentially a musical action flick. The opening scene sets a manic tone for the rest of film in what feels like a mashup between La La Land and The Town. Simply put, writer/director Edgar Wright has a way of moving throughBaby Driver is essentially a musical action flick. The opening scene sets a manic tone for the rest of film in what feels like a mashup between La La Land and The Town. Simply put, writer/director Edgar Wright has a way of moving through scenes and occupying their spaces like none other. The visceral nature of Baby Driver is also attributable to the fact that 95 percent of the action and effects happen in-camera—shot on 35mm film no less—with CGI utilized for just a few touch-ups and quick shots. Baby Driver is yet another superb addition to Edgar Wright’s already impressive list of films. And thankfully it serves as a sort of oasis, easily among the best films released this year, in what so far has been a remarkably tepid output from Hollywood.… Expand

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ryecaJul 2, 2017

Way over-hyped indeed. This movie is a two hour music video with a plot that falls apart halfway through and mediocre driving sequences. Seems like an attempt to sell a mixtape. The characters make no sense whatsoever and the final "act" ofWay over-hyped indeed. This movie is a two hour music video with a plot that falls apart halfway through and mediocre driving sequences. Seems like an attempt to sell a mixtape. The characters make no sense whatsoever and the final "act" of the movie is just a waste; they seem confused about what they wanted the characters and movie to be. By the end, it seems like they had a cogent movie but edited away too much, which is crazy because the movie is still long as it is. Also, Ansel Elgort is awful and for some reason they told him to fake a southern accent, which is just ridiculous and in no way supportive of any necessary plot elements. It sounds like he has a speech impediment. Anyway, Jamie Foxx was pretty good in it. Also, to name the movie "Baby Driver" and end the movie with the Simon and Garfunkel song of name is so eye-rollingly cheesy.… Expand

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yosemiteJul 2, 2017

I wanted to like it and thought I would. A novel idea, a kid who drives like Joey Logano but needs to constantly listen to music to drown out tinnitus. A car driving savant but the novelty wore off. Lead was well cast, Spacey and Fox wereI wanted to like it and thought I would. A novel idea, a kid who drives like Joey Logano but needs to constantly listen to music to drown out tinnitus. A car driving savant but the novelty wore off. Lead was well cast, Spacey and Fox were miscast and the story was uneven. Turned soapy at the end . It looked like scenes taken from a dozen movies and blended together. It wasn't the worst movie I've seen but should have been so much better… Expand

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Compi24Jul 2, 2017

Edgar Wright continues to prove his worth as an auteur-tier writer/director with "Baby Driver," a superb crime caper with some excellent stylistic flourishes, a generally infectious sense of fun, and some of the coolest car-based set piecesEdgar Wright continues to prove his worth as an auteur-tier writer/director with "Baby Driver," a superb crime caper with some excellent stylistic flourishes, a generally infectious sense of fun, and some of the coolest car-based set pieces I've seen in a really long while. And with a thrillingly magnificent climax, you can be sure that this one will leave quite the lasting impact.… Expand

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BarryMunktonJul 1, 2017

Just the coolest! Great music, great action and tons of laughs. Jamie Foxx and John Hamm might give the performances of their careers. Foxx is terrifying. Baby Driver is a great night out and probably best seen on a BIG screen.

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SpangleJul 1, 2017

After releasing a film every three years since 2004, director Edgar Wright's latest effort comes after a four-year gap due to his flirtations with Ant-Man. Baby Driver, an action film about a man named Baby (Ansel Elgort) who is a getawayAfter releasing a film every three years since 2004, director Edgar Wright's latest effort comes after a four-year gap due to his flirtations with Ant-Man. Baby Driver, an action film about a man named Baby (Ansel Elgort) who is a getaway driver, is perhaps Wright's most commercially appealing film. With the box office to match and the film shaping up to a box office surprise to many this summer, it seems as though Wright has finally found some mainstream acceptance, at least in America. As with many directors who finally escape niche audiences and finally find themselves receiving applauds from the general public (without having to resort to their work being a "cult classic"), Wright has unfortunately compromised some of the frenetic fun of his early work. Though Baby Driver is nonetheless a quirky, funny, and often times surreal film, it winds up feeling wholly underwhelming with Wright ditching what made his earlier films work so well: characters.

Though Shaun of the Dead or Hot Fuzz were both action comedies, they nonetheless had great central characters. The supporting cast got the same treatment in those action films and this was especially true in his other works, Scott Pilgrim vs. the World and The World's End. Unfortunately, this latest work gives very little for any character. Baby, a music-loving kid with tinnitus and who is in love with Debora (Lily James), is given very little depth even as the star. Beyond having a black foster dad and dead parents, it is hard to imagine what was supposed to be learned about the kid. He does not really grow and is never really given room to explore any bit of him beyond brief flashbacks to the car crash that gave him tinnitus and killed his parents along with a cassette tape that has a recording of his mom (Sky Ferreira) singing. Too often, Wright seems to rely upon old school musical classics as a shortcut to actually write dialogue between characters or characters' backstories. It is often excusable when the supporting cast is lightly developed or if a film fails to develop many characters beyond narrative cliches when there is not a single protagonist. Unfortunately, beyond being a good kid with a bad past that has led to him being bound to crime boss Doc (Kevin Spacey) as a getaway driver, Baby gets no depth or nuance. As a result, it is easy to just roll your eyes with how pale he winds up being written.

This same problem is found with the entirety of the supporting cast. His girlfriend, Debora, is shown as being nothing more than idyllic yes man who does whatever Baby tells her to do. Leave work now? Sure. Travel the country right now with a guy you barely know? Sure. Let this guy just follow you home? Of course. She has no ideas of her own. No volition and, crucially, no motivation. Wright, likely, keeps it this way to make it easier to turn her into a stone cold badass at the end with her taking on Buddy (Jon Hamm) and trying to outrun the cops. Neither are convincing moments with how she is set up as nothing more than a young girl trying to make a living at a dead end job. Wright treats her as arm candy, lets her have a moment towards the end, and then reassures the audience she is nothing more than a dream girl from a song and relegates her to being nothing more than cute for trying to save Baby, but let's let the men handle this one, eh? For Doc, he suffers from the same issue, but in reverse. Though he does seem to always like Baby, his turn from a hard-nosed criminal who will never let go of Baby to a soft and sentimental man who sacrifices himself to save his beloved driver is borderline comical. The film may be an action-comedy, but its absurd and ludicrous suggestion that Debora could go from quiet waitress to being Bonnie and Doc could go from being a true monster to being Sulley from Monsters Inc. carries no water. These two, despite their vital importance to the plot, are woefully underwritten. For bank robbers Buddy, Darling (Eiza Gonzalez), and Bats (Jamie Foxx), they are similarly underwritten. All of them are crazy and impulsive with no depth for any of the trio ever being considered. They are just nuts and cannot be trusted. With them all being treated as villains of Baby by the end, this cast of underwritten villains makes it apparent why Wright wanted to work with Marvel: his lack of knowledge of how to write a capable villain would be welcomed, instead of questioned. The only saving grace with the villain is a good motivation for why they become the villain, but it comes off of the back of too little development until then to really make it click.… Expand

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abm0Jul 1, 2017

Solid original elements, lots of personality (and not just the main character), good music all the way. Just wish they'd done "that extra something" with the story - the way the story resolves, even though it's got the necessary twists to notSolid original elements, lots of personality (and not just the main character), good music all the way. Just wish they'd done "that extra something" with the story - the way the story resolves, even though it's got the necessary twists to not be entirely predictable, feels rushed and superficial somehow, like the plot wasn't fleshed out to an appropriate level for the highly compelling characters we were shown. So it was enjoyable and there are things about it that will stick with me, but I was left feeling like there should've been more to it, like something important was left out.… Expand

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kirani100Jun 30, 2017

I was pumped to see this movie, but it worried me that I walked into the theater with such high expectations of it, especially after I got to see the high praise it was receiving. This is usually a setup for disappointment, but boy did it deliver.

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papadrew7Jun 29, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This movie is way over hyped. Nothing in this movie has not already been done before a hundred times over. So the new twist on the same old story is that the main character listens to music 24/7. It really doesn't add anything to the story. The movie was also poorly written and you have to suspend any notion of reality when the bullets start flying. SPOILERS: They setup the boss (kevin spacey) as this ice cold brilliant mob boss but then at the end he ends up sacrificing himself to help a kid he just threatened to put in a wheelchair a few hours ago! Sorry to say but this was just an average movie at best.… Expand

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AstroCreepJun 29, 2017

Baby Driver is a fantastic action movie that pays great attention to detail and pacing. This film is injected with so much character and adrenaline and with enough twists that it will keep you engaged the whole way through. Filled withBaby Driver is a fantastic action movie that pays great attention to detail and pacing. This film is injected with so much character and adrenaline and with enough twists that it will keep you engaged the whole way through. Filled with memorable characters, a palatable love story and a comfortable plot, it may be the best rounded action movie of the year. There are also some clever nods to other films of the genre and various subtleties wrapped within that it bears watching more than once. Truly an awesome movie and one that should be experienced with friends or that special someone in theater if possible, Baby Driver does not disappoint.… Expand

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TstaiJun 29, 2017

Nailed it. Had a blast watching this movie start to finish. Rare accomplishment to keep such a fast pace without messing up the plot or flow of the movie.

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MovieGal2016Jun 29, 2017

Cliche from beginning to end. Story is downright dull as the plot is one big one big chase scene albeit set to music. In my opinion, there's absolutely no chemistry between the main two characters and the two main characters are stiff andCliche from beginning to end. Story is downright dull as the plot is one big one big chase scene albeit set to music. In my opinion, there's absolutely no chemistry between the main two characters and the two main characters are stiff and boring to watch. Chase scenes are not original or unique - been there. The big stars (Jon Hamm and Jamie Fox, in particular) make this show somewhat watchable (but barely). Wait and rent.… Expand

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TVJerryJun 29, 2017

In his first major film role ("The Fault in Our Stars"), I described Ansel Elgort as "cute, charismatic and charming." Now, you can cool action star to that list. He plays a getaway driver extraordinaire, who listens to music while heIn his first major film role ("The Fault in Our Stars"), I described Ansel Elgort as "cute, charismatic and charming." Now, you can cool action star to that list. He plays a getaway driver extraordinaire, who listens to music while he performs amazing getaways and impressive stunts. The crooks he works with (including Kevin Spacey, Jamie Foxx & Jon Hamm) add all sorts of conflicts. Then there's his love at first site (a lovely and charming Lily James). While the crooks gets to chew on the scenery, it's Elgort's sweet style that holds it all together. What really makes the movie such a winner is Edgar White, who's written a sharp, engrossing vehicle (pun intended) and infused it with outstanding stunts, clever directorial touches and a killer soundtrack. It's popcorn fun from the impressive opening chase to appropriate ending. The most fun of the summer, so far.… Expand

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BigDegs29Jun 29, 2017

An incredibly fun movie that will leave you pumped. Definitely worth seeing in theaters.

That said, it is not without it's problems. For a movie that advertises itself as being a car chase movie, it has relatively few chases, even gettingAn incredibly fun movie that will leave you pumped. Definitely worth seeing in theaters.

That said, it is not without it's problems. For a movie that advertises itself as being a car chase movie, it has relatively few chases, even getting the best out of the way right off the hop. What you get instead is a love story that improbably strays toward Bonnie and Clyde, then ditches that cliche at the last minute. I was also disappointed with Baby's back story, as the "good guy trapped in a bad spot" justification for wrong-doing is getting old. And finally, you'll have to suspend your disbelief during the gun play, as our heroes/villains seemingly have a dozen horseshoes up their backsides!

All that a side, the direction and acting are superb and, if you're like me, will leave you wanting more.… Expand

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badgerryan19Jun 28, 2017

Another classic by Edgar Wright. The movie has a lot of style. I really like the music and it has a lot to do with the movie and plays an essential role. The movie was very funny and very well shot. Everyone from Jamie Foxx, Lily James, AnselAnother classic by Edgar Wright. The movie has a lot of style. I really like the music and it has a lot to do with the movie and plays an essential role. The movie was very funny and very well shot. Everyone from Jamie Foxx, Lily James, Ansel Elgort, Joh Hamm and Kevin Spacey all give fantastic performances and all give there characters very different personalities. The races are thrilling, electric and very fast. I feel this movie will appeal to everyone and everyone should go see it in theaters. Another best picture nominee for me this year. This will become a classic 20 years from now. I feel like there have been many great films this year so far like The Lost City of Z, Wonder Woman and Get Out but none are on this level. This stands up there with La La Land with one of the best films of the last 10 years.… Expand

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SpiderJeruselamJun 28, 2017

Baby Driver is a masterfully crafted movie with exciting car chases and precisely choreographed scenes. Edgar wright is an extraordinarily inventive director with his unique style of editing and attention to detail. Every moment of this filmBaby Driver is a masterfully crafted movie with exciting car chases and precisely choreographed scenes. Edgar wright is an extraordinarily inventive director with his unique style of editing and attention to detail. Every moment of this film was spent on the edge of my seat marveling at the nail biting action sequences. An absolute must see this summer.… Expand

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moviemitch96Jun 28, 2017

Definitely a fun and enjoyable ride from start to finish! Director Edgar Wright once again smoothly blends action and thrills quite well with plenty of humor and quirky moments! Ansel Elgort is as likable as ever as the titular star, andDefinitely a fun and enjoyable ride from start to finish! Director Edgar Wright once again smoothly blends action and thrills quite well with plenty of humor and quirky moments! Ansel Elgort is as likable as ever as the titular star, and supporting turns from a talented crew consisting of Kevin Spacey, Jon Hamm, Jamie Foxx, etc. also makes the film a fun and intriguing watch! Overall, my only minor complaint is that it isn't quite as fresh or original as I had hoped, as there are a few cliches to be found here and there, such as a music-loving protagonist (not unlike Guardians of the Galaxy, which I thought featured a slightly better and more recognizable soundtrack overall in comparison), among a couple others. Other than that, this is one charming joy ride of a film that I'd say is definitely worth checking out!… Expand

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BrianMcCriticJun 28, 2017

Cool, cocky, and romantic all mixed into one, Edgar Wright's Baby Driver is a blast. I was hooked from the beginning and I never lost interest. The performance of Ansel Elgort is star making and his relationship with Lily James in the filmCool, cocky, and romantic all mixed into one, Edgar Wright's Baby Driver is a blast. I was hooked from the beginning and I never lost interest. The performance of Ansel Elgort is star making and his relationship with Lily James in the film made me smile from ear to ear. The supporting roles give this film it's kick with all of them being great. Overall this is almost a flawless movie. A… Expand

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Esqrobb72Jun 28, 2017

Kevin Spacey and Jamie Foxx made this movie for a paycheck. The dialogue is insipid and the story defies logic. The car chases are terrific, however. This is a typical summer, teenage movie. Anyone over 21 or with an IQ over 100 will beKevin Spacey and Jamie Foxx made this movie for a paycheck. The dialogue is insipid and the story defies logic. The car chases are terrific, however. This is a typical summer, teenage movie. Anyone over 21 or with an IQ over 100 will be insulted. Kevin Spacy: Shame on you.… Expand

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GinaKJun 28, 2017

What a disappointment! And this director did “Shaun of the Dead”? True, it was a very long time ago, and he doesn’t seem to make the same movie twice, which usually is a compliment, but not here. Baby Driver is a very long (much too long)What a disappointment! And this director did “Shaun of the Dead”? True, it was a very long time ago, and he doesn’t seem to make the same movie twice, which usually is a compliment, but not here. Baby Driver is a very long (much too long) music video with not very interesting car chases – has no one in Britain ever seen Bullitt? Nicely shot, but no heart, no real emotion, and definitely no conflict. It’s also silly and sentimental, which is odd for a crime film. After about 10 minutes (maybe 5), we all knew how this would turn out. I am tempted to repeat the old waste-of-time cliché – “Sadly, that’s 113 minutes I’ll never see again!”… Expand

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TSRivalJun 28, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I can already tell that Baby Driver is going to be one of my favorite films of the year. I could feel this movie is special right from the start. Every actor plays their character well, and every character is well written and interesting.
Unlike other movies with cool rock n' roll soundtracks, where the songs are simply there and they sound cool, this movie is edited around each song. I held my breath through the first scene as I was blown away by the insane car chase and amazing editing. Every scene is cut to move with whatever song Baby is listening to, and every song fits the tone and pacing of the scene. Because of the editing and soundtrack, this movie is very stylized and fun to look at.
Baby Driver is not all style, though. Every character is well written and well directed. I found each criminal Baby had to work with interesting. They obviously had history and interesting back stories, but the movie did not slow itself down with needless exposition. In fact, very little is known about each criminal, but they are all unique and fun to watch. There is obviously chemistry between the actors, and this makes the comedy and drama land really well.

However, there were some scenes that were not perfect. The first is when Baby and company must visit "The Butcher," who is their arms dealer. The guy talks about his weapons like they are cuts of meat, calling one gun bacon, another prime rib, etc. This threw me out of the movie since it seemed unrealistic and strange to me. John Wick 2 had a similar scene, which was equally confusing. While to someone who is not accustomed to firearms this dialogue might sound cool, to me it doesn't make sense why a seasoned criminal would not just call a gun by its name. Similarly, why would John Wick ask for something more "robust," when he could just ask for a 12 gauge shotgun, or an AK, or whatever he wants. I had similar thoughts during Baby Driver's arms dealer scene. Fortunately this was a short part of the movie, so it didn't really effect my rating too much.
One more thing that bugged me is that Baby's girlfriend decides to join Baby after discovering that he is a criminal. She never really questions him. Realistically, if I had been with a guy for a week, and then found out he was a wanted criminal being chased by the law and several angry bank robbers, I would get as far away from him as possible. I think this is my biggest gripe concerning the movie, but it is still such a small part of the movie that it doesn't effect my score by much.

Overall this is an amazing film. I don't want to give away too much, so I will leave this review here. I give it a 95%. It had a few flaws, but honestly I couldn't think of anything I didn't like about the movie when I was coming out of the theatre. I really had to let it seep for a few hours before I could think of the flaws. I would definitely recommend seeing this over any other new releases. Instead of wasting your ticket on Transformers, go see Baby Driver.… Expand

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ryanlikemoviesJun 28, 2017

this movie is phenomenal... if you like action, romance or / and comedy...
see it IMMEDIATELY!
It is easily the best movie I've seen this year (What else to expect from Edgar Wright)
(Oscar Bait)

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Rebecca31Jun 28, 2017

It's a bank heist movie about the driver. Sure we’ve seen that before but it brings a freshness to this genre that you just can’t help but love. Without a doubt the soundtrack is the best thing about Baby Driver. It’s not simply distractingIt's a bank heist movie about the driver. Sure we’ve seen that before but it brings a freshness to this genre that you just can’t help but love. Without a doubt the soundtrack is the best thing about Baby Driver. It’s not simply distracting you with catchy songs like some movies. It incorporates the songs brilliantly they become essential to the story. You can’t imagine Baby Driver without the soundtrack.
Ansel Elgort and Kevin Spacey are particularly great accompanied by Jon Hamm and just the right amount of Jamie Foxx but as for Lily James and Eiza Gonzalez, well they’re just there for the sake of it. Underdeveloped with little to no chemistry with any of the other characters. I thoroughly enjoyed Baby Driver but what lets it down unfortunately was the over the top conclusion. Or should I say conclusions. Feels a lot like Edgar Wright had three different endings in mind, couldn’t choose one so went with all three. This was rather disappointing to see as I had such high hopes and all the critics haven’t stopped fangirling over this movie for months. Well I’m not going to fangirl over it. When it comes down to it you’ve got action, fantastic car chases reminiscent of great action movies through the ages all accompanied by a stand out soundtrack so what more do you want? Recommended.… Expand

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MrMovieBuffJun 28, 2017

Edgar Wright's 'Baby Driver' is an adrenaline thrill ride from beginning to end. What makes this movie so great is that it's filled with memorable characters, packed with action, a great love story, and even a few surprises and twists thatEdgar Wright's 'Baby Driver' is an adrenaline thrill ride from beginning to end. What makes this movie so great is that it's filled with memorable characters, packed with action, a great love story, and even a few surprises and twists that catch you off-guard. Ansel Elgort plays the cool Baby, a young driver whose job is to drive a group of criminals so they can heist. He works under the intimidating Doc (Kevin Spacey) who is very demanding when it comes to Baby. We see that Baby lives a quiet life looking after his deaf companion, and whatever money he makes, he uses it to feed him, and make sure he's well looked after. Baby attends to a diner, and meets a pretty young waitress named Debora (Lily James), who also shares a love for music. They seem to really hit it off, and this becomes a thing for the two of them. However, things get complicated when a thug named Bats (Jamie Foxx), who doesn't like to waste time, he prefers to do the job, and get away just like that, no other questions asked. The movie is impressive and entertaining, and proves even further that Edgar Wright is one of the most underrated filmmakers working today. With films from; 'Shaun of the Dead' (2004), to 'The World's End' (2013), he has proven to be both original, and using some effective camerawork to craft his films. I really liked the romantic chemistry between Elgort and James, and at a time where many movies are filled with unnecessary and somewhat bland romantic subplots, theirs is honestly the best one I've seen since 'Deadpool' (2016). Hopefully, in the future, we get more films that are as expertly crafted and equally as fun as this. Probably the most fun movie in 2017.… Expand

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TSReviewsJun 28, 2017

Immediately (As in the first ten minutes or so) Baby Driver proves one thing. It is everyone's movie! Edgar Wright has truly outdone himself in what I consider one of the greatest comeback films ever. From a wide variety of interesting wellImmediately (As in the first ten minutes or so) Baby Driver proves one thing. It is everyone's movie! Edgar Wright has truly outdone himself in what I consider one of the greatest comeback films ever. From a wide variety of interesting well developed characters, to a tasty platter of amazing songs that practically run the scenes, Baby Driver proves to be summers greatest hit thus far. In the first few moments of the film, Baby (Ansel Elgort) proves why he is Docs(Kevin Spacey) "lucky charm". I mean..... this kid can drive! But not just that, he is also incredibly smart which aids in their robbery escapes multiple times in the film. That's one of things I like about Baby Driver, or more specifically Edgar Wright. He clearly puts so much time and effort into each character; and never stops at the bare minimum. We can see this through the other thieves and misfits as well. I especially liked Jon Hamms character Buddy, I thought his personality was extremely complex up until his last line of dialogue. And don't even get me started on Kevin Spacey. This man proves why he is one of the best, if not the best actor of all time. The character of doc was so complex, especially with his relationship with Baby. In a weird way it sort of worked like a father son relationship, which Wright played out in the best way possible. I would also like to point out that in current times it's easy to loose the stakes in action sequences, however, because of the dynamics between the characters it keeps you on the edge of your seat. There is one scene in the Diner that was specifically clever, props to Jamie Foxx. Another great part of Baby Driver was it's music. I can't honestly think of a time when an amazing song wasn't playing. This film is actually run by the music! Which is incredibly clever, but also highly entertaining. I thought he played that part of Babys character so well into the scenes and dialogue with other characters. Every part of this movie moved to the sound of the beat, and I just love that attention to detail. It really makes each scene that much more enjoyable.

Finally, I thought the ending to the film was a very refreshing spin on a modern day criminal/hero. Baby Driver brought real life consequences to the decisions its characters make, and I couldn't agree more with that style of storytelling.

Some minor discrepancies would probably be the fact that Baby fell in love incredibly quickly. His love Deborah (Lily James) also seemed a little to willing to risk her life so early into a relationship. But I guess if it's love it's love.

Overall, If you are looking for an incredible thrill ride. Speed to Baby Driver right now, it truly is an incredibly well written/acted/edited thrill ride that always plays to the sound of the beat.… Expand

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SIYDLFILLYJun 28, 2017

Baby Driver is a fun, exciting film from start to finish they don't go anywhere downhill and very second his pulse pounding. Edgar Wright made an awesome and fun original film with all the actors doing their absolute best in this high stakes film.

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FlexedacornJun 28, 2017

If you’re looking for a new original screen play, look no further then Baby Driver. Personally this has been the best well rounded movie I have seen all year. The film was well shot, the sound editing was amazing, and the cast wasIf you’re looking for a new original screen play, look no further then Baby Driver. Personally this has been the best well rounded movie I have seen all year. The film was well shot, the sound editing was amazing, and the cast was fantastic. Ansel Elgort as “Baby” played a very likable but conflicted main protagonist. His performance supplemented by a great supporting cast (Eiza Gonzalez, Jamie Fox, John Ham, and Kevin Spacy). Worth mentioning, the movie had a very well-coordinated continuous shot, as well as amazing implantation of song and sound. Edgar Wright and Team were able to turn the movie into a best hits playlist without it becoming boring or stagnant. The way in which song was incorporated into each scene was unique and did not take away from the story. I recommend this film to anyone looking for a new original screen play, or fans of fast moving crime films.… Expand

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nivekwriter1Jun 28, 2017

I watched it last week during an advanced screening and yes it's as amazing as the critics say it is. The way it uses the music is just so great. It's so different from all the other movies, but it isn't artsy in a way that only the criticsI watched it last week during an advanced screening and yes it's as amazing as the critics say it is. The way it uses the music is just so great. It's so different from all the other movies, but it isn't artsy in a way that only the critics will like it: this is a movie for everyone. I went with a friend who is really hard to please when it comes to movies, but I just knew he would love this. And I was right, I never saw him as excited about a movie as he was about this one. It's just so much fun to watch, but it's also serious when it needs to be and it has very intruiging characters. But I'll be honest, the core of the movie is its music. I think this is the second time I say it, but the music works so well. If I wasn't in the theaters I would sing with the songs. Even though it's completely different, it reminds me a bit of Fury Road in the way that it makes you want to punch your fist and the air and cheer during the movie. In reality I think it's more a mixture of La La Land and Grand Theft Auto (it's definitely not a musical btw). Go see this movie. I don't want to overhype anyone, but I'll make a bold statement and say this is my favorite Edgar Wright movie. I'll be shocked if this doesn't appear on many 'Best of the Year' lists in December, at least I already know it'll be on mine.… Expand

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EpicLadySpongeJun 28, 2017

Baby Driver combines numerous genres to make the ultimate surprise. You definitely would wish to see such a film like this, but another one like this definitely won't come out for quite a while now so Baby Driver would be worth seeing in yourBaby Driver combines numerous genres to make the ultimate surprise. You definitely would wish to see such a film like this, but another one like this definitely won't come out for quite a while now so Baby Driver would be worth seeing in your to-watch list.… Expand

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