Warner Bros. | Release Date: February 27, 2015
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TVJerryMar 5, 2015
Will Smith plays a master con man/thief, who takes an "intern" (Margot Robbie) under his wing. They get deeper and deeper into the deceptive world of fast fingers and fast-talking, while their romance complicates matters. The twists provide aWill Smith plays a master con man/thief, who takes an "intern" (Margot Robbie) under his wing. They get deeper and deeper into the deceptive world of fast fingers and fast-talking, while their romance complicates matters. The twists provide a few surprises and the characters are interesting (esp. Robbie, who's not only beautiful, but charismatic). The pace gets thick before it ends, but it's still slick and entertaining escapism. Expand
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wornoutspinesMar 11, 2015
The Will Smith redemption movie, Focus, was a bit of a step up from After Earth. He could honestly only go up following After Earth.

Focus is a better movie than I anticipated, actually that's a lie. Despite the cast my expectations were
The Will Smith redemption movie, Focus, was a bit of a step up from After Earth. He could honestly only go up following After Earth.

Focus is a better movie than I anticipated, actually that's a lie. Despite the cast my expectations were low, so I was pleasantly surprised that it wasn't much of a stinker. The movie is entertaining, the story is somewhat interesting, but - of course there is a but - it could have been much better.

My main problem with Focus is that I wasn't engaged in the story, it wasn't because it's poorly written, it's not. I walked into the movie theater knowing that it was about con-artists - the marketing never hid it, if you've seen the trailer you know this. Anyway, knowing that it was about con artists and the tagline is “Never loose Focus” I never really let my guard down and I didn't let myself believe what I was seeing. I was busy trying to figure out what the con was before it happened and that's where the movie kind of disappoint.

They did not play on the fact that the audience may be looking for clues as to what is going on. There are no real clues for the audience to find, there are very little things for you to think back on and say "That's right I saw that." They either show how it or explain it once it already happened. So if you're like me, looking for bread crumbs for you to figure out the con Focus hardly leaves any. I only got sucked into one scene and totally believed what they fed me for a little while. But much later when the big twist came I wasn't shock or surprised.

I probably would have had a better experience of the film if there were hidden clues leading up to the cons or if there was one character, who wasn't a con artist, that I could have trusted allowing me to let my guard down and get conned.

The leads, Will Smith and Margot Robbie, work well on screen. Will Smith is not his usual happy, upbeat, self in this movie but it suits the character. As for Margot Robbie, she plays the sex symbol cliché well without letting herself get trapped by it. She's more than a dumb, interchangeable pin up, she showed it in The Wolf Of Wall Street and also in interviews you quickly get that she knows how and when to wield the power than she has. She's talented and it shows in the movie.

Focus is a decent movie, it lacks refinement but it’s entertaining, Smith is slowly getting back on top after the stinker that After Earth was.
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LukesikwebuMar 21, 2015
Great comeback from After Earth, Mr Smith.
Focus is a cool, well-shot con film with tons of gloss. It's a refreshing romantic comedy, that's actually funny too. However, the twists and intent to mislead the audience are a bit much, and
Great comeback from After Earth, Mr Smith.
Focus is a cool, well-shot con film with tons of gloss. It's a refreshing romantic comedy, that's actually funny too. However, the twists and intent to mislead the audience are a bit much, and sometimes hinder on believability. The script could've been a tad more linear, and still worked. Overall, the film is thoroughly entertaining and well-acted by both Will Smith and Margot Robbie. Oh, and they look great together!
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ThegodfathersonFeb 28, 2015
Focus is an enjoyable caper, that entertains and gives us a whole new look at Will Smith and his acting. The writing and dialogue is slick and catchy, that doesnt over do things. Smith is fantastic is the lead and Robbie does a presentableFocus is an enjoyable caper, that entertains and gives us a whole new look at Will Smith and his acting. The writing and dialogue is slick and catchy, that doesnt over do things. Smith is fantastic is the lead and Robbie does a presentable job as well. The story is generic, but the elements and the characters of Nicky and Jess have powerful chemistry. Focus works, part black comedy, part thriller. But it suffers from lack of supporting cast that could have made it better. Rodrigo Santoro's Farraga is your mediocre playboy villian that doesnt add spice to the story. However, Focus is enough thrilling and edge of your seat madness to keep you along for the ride. Expand
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Mell0srt4Feb 28, 2015
I loved Focus!!!' This movie was very sophisticated, I laughed, I almost cried a few times, I said to my self no please don't do that so many times as well. Will Smith and Margot Robbie are the best couple on screen! If you like movies thatI loved Focus!!!' This movie was very sophisticated, I laughed, I almost cried a few times, I said to my self no please don't do that so many times as well. Will Smith and Margot Robbie are the best couple on screen! If you like movies that make you think and put you on the edge of your seat Focus is the one for you! Oh and Margot Robbie is so hot and the best Young actress in Hollywood right now! Expand
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ydnar4Mar 7, 2015
Focus is full of twists and turns but despite this the film manages to stay fairly clear. A movie about con artists is bound to fool you a little bit and its not riddled with clichés. Will Smith is back and as good as ever. I really thinkFocus is full of twists and turns but despite this the film manages to stay fairly clear. A movie about con artists is bound to fool you a little bit and its not riddled with clichés. Will Smith is back and as good as ever. I really think this guy like doesn't age. This movie a little bit more vulgar than you expect from him because he generally does films that can be enjoyed by teens and adults. This movie is more of an adult film and you hear a lot of cursing form Smith which is a rarity. Margot Robbie is also a great accomplice for Smith and the two have great chemistry. They create some humorous moments together. Focus blends many genres of film into one great movie. I'd skip fifty shades and watch Focus if I were you. Expand
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prawntoast1Mar 28, 2015
Overall, Focus is an exciting, fun movie with nice twists making you guess what is going to happen next. Will Smith is great in this movie as a con man with some great supporting actors too.
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wolfen608Mar 2, 2015
Will Smith gave a fine performance, likeble, yet ambiguous. The complications begin to pile on as the Big Con develops. What is the scam? Who will end up the winner? Found it a fun ride.
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PRAJEEJun 20, 2015
MOVIE IS AWESOME ONE TO .. LITTLE LAGGY IN SECOND PART ...
BUT // SUPER MOVIE FROM WILL SMITH .... AVERAGE FUN AND HEART BEAT SCENES ,, SOUND EFFECT AWESOME ONE ,,,WILL SMITH DONE 8 /10 OF HIS ACTING SKILL ..
OVERALL BEST STORM FROM
MOVIE IS AWESOME ONE TO .. LITTLE LAGGY IN SECOND PART ...
BUT // SUPER MOVIE FROM WILL SMITH .... AVERAGE FUN AND HEART BEAT SCENES ,, SOUND EFFECT AWESOME ONE ,,,WILL SMITH DONE 8 /10 OF HIS ACTING SKILL ..
OVERALL BEST STORM FROM WILL SMITH AND Margot Robbie
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MadMaxFuryRoadJun 11, 2015
Okay, this isn't the best movie out there, but Focus was watchable and somewhat entertaining. Will Smith is okay in this film, but he was annoying at times. However, Margot Robbie is amazing in this film and she is hot.
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EludiumQ36Dec 13, 2015
Good, entertaining con-artist film. Those are always fun because you never know if the lead characters are "on the level" or scamming., and most of the time it's the latter. It becomes dicier when feelings/romance are involved but stillGood, entertaining con-artist film. Those are always fun because you never know if the lead characters are "on the level" or scamming., and most of the time it's the latter. It becomes dicier when feelings/romance are involved but still unpredictable. There's lots of entertaining twists and turns with a great callback scene at the end. Not a fan of Will Smith's propensity to go interracial, though. I just wonder his motivation there. Expand
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LeZeeSep 24, 2015
Kicked off well, kept the momentum, but the end was...

It's a Will Smith's movie, anyway, I was going to watch it, but when the initial cast dropped out, followed by a couple more, simply intrigued me. Actually, I enjoyed the film, but did
Kicked off well, kept the momentum, but the end was...

It's a Will Smith's movie, anyway, I was going to watch it, but when the initial cast dropped out, followed by a couple more, simply intrigued me. Actually, I enjoyed the film, but did not like it because of the bad ending. It was a good twist, except the shooting thing. An example how a tiny part can decide the entire movie's fate.

Well written crime-drama, with a touch of romance. After all the obstacles, the final cast were at their best. Heist movies always excite me because of the involvement of the tricks and thrills. Nicky, a con artist who recruits a small time thief, Jess to work with his gang. When the job and the romance advancing smoothly, an unexpected split happens. So the years passed, when they meet again, what comes is the crux of the remaining story.

The first half let us know what kind of character the Nicky is. His overwhelmed dedication for his undertaking and his reliable team's the focus. Overall, it was the best portion of the movie, and the next half goes for the giant kill, but lacks enthusiasm. More like a revenge or jealousy type narration, but only until reaching the climax where it tries being a very clever and happen all the things at a brisk pace.

The film was better than I thought, after learning it was criticised, mostly very badly. Would have been a bit better if the writing was cautious for the crucial parts. Importantly, like I said the end part. 'Yes' for the entertainment it provided and 'no' for one of the best products of the year,

6½/10
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NFWJun 25, 2015
FOCUS has large ambitions that it doesn't quite live up to, but that in no way means it's a bad movie. The film may not be perfect, but still it provides enough wit and creativity to make it an intelligent diversion.
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wilsonadamsMar 9, 2015
I'm not sure why this movie had any bad reviews about it at all. Not trying to say it's a masterpiece, but Focus deserves the benefit of the doubt from any avid movie-goers. It was a refreshing take on the crime/romance genre. A bit of aI'm not sure why this movie had any bad reviews about it at all. Not trying to say it's a masterpiece, but Focus deserves the benefit of the doubt from any avid movie-goers. It was a refreshing take on the crime/romance genre. A bit of a raunchy, and maybe a tad dry sense of humour certainly helps to appreciate it's funnier moments. The movie doesn't allow you to place your trust in either of the characters, making it a little difficult to relate to them through the bulk of the movie. But if you hang on, the movie successfully establishes empathy and any hopeless romantics in the audience might even need a tissue. Great date flick, and also great flick to watch with friends. Rare item. Expand
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lukechristianscJan 24, 2016
"Focus" is unpredictable with a few twist and turns you barely see coming, the writing-directing team behind "Crazy, Stupid, Love" "I Love You Phillip Morris" and "Bad Santa" manages to make a exciting, funny thriller with two stars that have"Focus" is unpredictable with a few twist and turns you barely see coming, the writing-directing team behind "Crazy, Stupid, Love" "I Love You Phillip Morris" and "Bad Santa" manages to make a exciting, funny thriller with two stars that have sensual chemistry in this "old school film." After starring in Martin Scorsese's The Wolf Of Wall Street, newcomer Margot Robbie continues her streak of brilliance and indeed does she make a great performance so does her co-star Will Smith who have dynamite chemistry with one another. Will Smith plays Nicky a con-artist (just like in Hitch) takes Jess (the stunning Margot Robbie) under his wing, shows her the tricks of the trade, they both have a love interest with one another, when Jess gets uncomfortably close, Nicky ends their relationship. Three years later, Nicky is in Buenos Aires, working on a dangerous scheme when Jess unexpectedly shows up she is now a skilled professional femme fatal, making Nick's plans messed up. She throws Nicky for a loop of time at a time when he cannot afford to be off his game. Yes this film has it's problems lacking a sharp-script, but Glenn Ficarra and John Requa's script is filled with intriguing set-pieces, every single character is so appealing. One of the best funniest things in the film is Adrian Martinez who play Nicky's friend also associate who has some funny one liners. Not to mention Gerald McRaney is fantastic also is equally good. It's one of the best films that is both a rom-com/thriller. 4.5 out of 5 stars Expand
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MarickMay 19, 2015
It's a really good film. Worth seeing as Will Smith playing very well and I really like what I see .
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MattBrady99Mar 10, 2015
The biggest thing that con-men can't stand is being coned be other con-men, now try to let that sink in.

The story is about a long-time grifter decides to mentor a young, attractive woman, but things get complicated when he the two become
The biggest thing that con-men can't stand is being coned be other con-men, now try to let that sink in.

The story is about a long-time grifter decides to mentor a young, attractive woman, but things get complicated when he the two become romantically involved.

Okay I got to admit I wasn't very interested in Focus when I first heard about it, I just thought it was another mediocre Will Smith film that's trying to be a box office hit, even when the trailer came out I still wasn't interested in it. Until I sawed my favorite YouTube reviewer Chris Stuckmann reviewed the movie and give it a positive rating and shortly after that I sawed this movie hit number one at the box office, and now I was interested and after seeing the movie I can say that the movie was...okay.

Will Smith is the kind of actor that he can be in a good or bad movie and it will be a box office hit, but I think his range of be successful is going side ways for him and I thought Focus was going to be another one of those movies that Will Smith is trying to be a success again, but this time I was wrong because Will Smith was actually pretty good in this movie.

Margot Robbie won me over in The Wolf Of Wall Street. Shes a pretty face actress that actually can acted not like some other actress in Hollywood. Margot Robbie did a excellent in this movie. I'm so looking forward to see her play Harley Quinn, I mean she already wowed me enough.

Smith and Robbie chemistry together in this movie was just perfect. I liked they back and forward with each other and it came off pretty funny and well done.

Now for the things that didn't really work: The second half of the movie I got to say got sloppy and the ending that I won't give away but it ended in a way that I don't pay it, like at all.

Focus is overall a surprising movie for me, because I didn't really expect much for this movie but after seeing it I was surprised that I got more out of it.
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moviedMar 14, 2015
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is really good.I am so happy for the movie watching.If you watch the movie.You should be happy.No Hesitation.If you want to download this movie you go Focus (II) (2015)

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Master99Jul 4, 2015
Pretty good movie. Funny and suspenseful. Good chemistry between Will and Margot. There are lot of tense scenes, though the movie is best characterized as a romantic comedy.
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tonimiller417Nov 4, 2015
It's nice to see Will Smith having fun in a role again, and Margot Robbie makes for a good partner in crime.

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smiyamotJan 10, 2016
Good thief pix. Update of "The Sting" but the "kid" is a girl so we get the romantic angle. As with any thief pix, we don't know for sure what is going on; what we see might or might not be what's really happening.
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katharris417Nov 17, 2015
Focus is fun, slick, engaging and sexy. Also Margot Robbie.

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Gamer4etoBGAug 4, 2021
I like Will Smith and Margot Robbie, but the movie is not anything special, and the whole plot was a mess at the end
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