The Highwaymen
Netflix | Release Date: March 15, 2019
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6
TyranianMay 3, 2020
Fairly pedestrian in pace but the film is involving enough to warrant a watch.
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mohamad91hkJun 7, 2019
Enjoyable movie with unbelievable story about young outlaws Bonnie and Clyde, the ruthless couple that had been adored by people, and a pair of Texas Rangers Kevin & Woody who came out of retirement to catch them.

I was hoping if they addEnjoyable movie with unbelievable story about young outlaws Bonnie and Clyde, the ruthless couple that had been adored by people, and a pair of Texas Rangers Kevin & Woody who came out of retirement to catch them.

I was hoping if they add some scenes about Bonnie and Clyde, how they meet & start their operations, but the movie almost started after 2 years of their criminal operations.

The performance of Kevin & Woody is amazing as usual, the serious character that always mastered by Kevin, and Woody who always give the movie sense of humor, I think they were a perfect pair for this movie.

The movie is good at all, if you like biography movies, you will enjoy in ''The Highwaymen''.… Expand
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eva3si0nAug 21, 2019
Not a bad detective movie based on real events. The story is simple, but the whole film pulls out the cast. Woody Harrilson and Kevin Costner did a great job with their roles.
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glommanMar 27, 2020
I don't really like this movie, sure the imagery is nice and charming, but at the end of the day you don't really care about any of the characters, not even Bonnie and Clyde. It just feels like a movie that could've been much more, but wasI don't really like this movie, sure the imagery is nice and charming, but at the end of the day you don't really care about any of the characters, not even Bonnie and Clyde. It just feels like a movie that could've been much more, but was probably severely budget-limited. I mean I like setting, but watching the movie was also close to agonising.… Expand
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michahsimmonsMar 30, 2019
This is a review coming from someone who knew (knows?) virtually nothing regarding the history of Bonnie and Clyde or their pursuers, the highwaymen, and equally as little regarding the movie itself prior to viewing. I'm writing this reviewThis is a review coming from someone who knew (knows?) virtually nothing regarding the history of Bonnie and Clyde or their pursuers, the highwaymen, and equally as little regarding the movie itself prior to viewing. I'm writing this review primarily as a counterpoint to the not-so-surprising low critic scores, after having thoroughly enjoyed the film myself. I feel like many such reviewers missed the point in that the best part about this movie is that it captures what once made movies great; not by what is said, but what's intentionally and deftly left unsaid (but implied), allowing the viewer to contemplate and form their own opinions as to the moral implications or significance of what is happening instead of having their hands held, being told the "right" way to view the situation. There are a few areas where I felt the dialogue went a bit awry, being somewhat inconsistent with the characters, for narrative purposes, but with the breadth of the story being told it makes sense to me. I do wish that certain areas had been fleshed out a little better, such as the main character's back stories, but again in those times this was being done, I feel the writer/director/actors did an excellent job in showing instead of simply telling, and wasted no time adding depth and believable justifications for their outlook. For some, the pacing of this movie could likely be too slow, but I greatly enjoyed it, as I felt it was intentional to give the viewer a sense of the experience of the highwaymen. It's definitely worth a watch, especially if you enjoy movies based in the 1930's/40's and aren't someone who feels the need to have a political agenda present in every movie they watch, as it seems some critics were pining for.… Expand
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jg26xxviMar 29, 2019
I was surprised by how good this movie is. I went in with no real expectations, but found myself captivated by the story. Like Titanic, most people know how the story of Bonnie and Clyde ends, but this was a great piece that shows you theI was surprised by how good this movie is. I went in with no real expectations, but found myself captivated by the story. Like Titanic, most people know how the story of Bonnie and Clyde ends, but this was a great piece that shows you the perspective of those who tracked her down. It was long, but it didn't feel too long to me, though it may to others. It was slow in that there wasn't much real action minus a few scenes that were interspersed well. I think it did a great job of presenting the history of the times expecting that the audience, or at least a portion of it, would recognize that this was the depression/dust bowl era. I think the writers did a good job of characterizing the two main people, despite what I briefly read elsewhere. I also think the writers did a good job of exposition without feeling like it was forced, and had many points at which they opted to let the story speak for itself. I think if you like history movies that don't need to have a lot of action and don't mind sitting for the 2+ hours of the movie, you will be rewarded.… Expand
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jspenilloApr 2, 2019
This was an entertaining movie. The age of the main characters, the old cars, the fedoras, what a great movie. I loved it. Who knew Kevin Costner could play such a hard a$$. And woody is just gold everything he is in I think is A+. Great andThis was an entertaining movie. The age of the main characters, the old cars, the fedoras, what a great movie. I loved it. Who knew Kevin Costner could play such a hard a$$. And woody is just gold everything he is in I think is A+. Great and entertaining movie.… Expand
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TrillcosbeyApr 1, 2019
If your into card board cutouts for characters and black and white bad guy good guy movies were the cops beat poor people up to get information but its for a good cause. Then this is your show other wise its such a waste of great actingIf your into card board cutouts for characters and black and white bad guy good guy movies were the cops beat poor people up to get information but its for a good cause. Then this is your show other wise its such a waste of great acting talent, other than that I guess the production value is ok , its sort of funny every time the radio gets tuned in the olde timey announcer just so happened to announce an exploit of bnc, in this tepid world I guess its just a slow ride in an ole ford till the end we all know is coming.… Expand
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6
RalfbergsDec 18, 2019
While it has great actors and the story is important and interesting, while watching it, it feels like missing something and it is boring at times.
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shoulderoforionMar 31, 2019
The idea of this movie is better than it's production. Ex Texas Rangers brought back from retirement to hunt down Bonnie & Clyde, played by Costner & Harrelson, where do I sign up, take my money, right? This movie is slow rolled, with anyThe idea of this movie is better than it's production. Ex Texas Rangers brought back from retirement to hunt down Bonnie & Clyde, played by Costner & Harrelson, where do I sign up, take my money, right? This movie is slow rolled, with any sort of kick ass purposefully left out for messaging. I didn't hate this move, but I didn't love it either.… Expand
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zNeverSleepingSep 22, 2020
Como esse filme soa pra quem nunca ouviu falar dessa historia? pois bem.

A obra é baseada em eventos reais, e aqui começa o problema da minha analise. Não há uma maneira certa de se fazer algo assim pois alguém sempre estará decepcionado.Como esse filme soa pra quem nunca ouviu falar dessa historia? pois bem.

A obra é baseada em eventos reais, e aqui começa o problema da minha analise. Não há uma maneira certa de se fazer algo assim pois alguém sempre estará decepcionado. Aqui, a escolha de romantizar os Rangers foi descartada. A todo momento, o filme tenta humanizá-los, seja com historias ou reações. Clyde e Bonnie quase não são vistos, mas o problema aqui é como o diretor e roteirista resolveram desenvolver a relação entre eles no que se diz respeito a trama. Ficou claro que eles eram perigosos, mas em nenhum momento essa sensação realmente vem a tona. Sentimos que são apenas foras da lei comuns, coisa que não só o roteiro como a vida real discordam.

Sendo assim, não há muito bem uma motivação para querermos lê-los presos. Eu particularmente não senti nem se quer antipatia por eles. Os protagonistas são ok. Você consegue entendê-los e tudo mais, mas o que fazia eles tão especiais quanto o filme queria pregar? Em diversos momentos o roteiro pisa na tecla de que eles são incríveis, tiveram um passado lendário e toda aquele drama relacionado a velhice, que no final das contas não muda em nada o rumo das coisas, afinal, nem troca de tiro há no filme.

Dai meu questionamento é: porque tentar desenvolver algo que não tem um impacto na historia? vai dizer que a cena do ranger correndo atrás do muleque era o suficiente pra todo aquele arco dramático?
Eu não duvido que eles tenham sido lendários, e que a historia real seja muito interessante, mas o modo como o diretor/roteirista escolheram contá-la não foi dos melhores. Na verdade, não funcionou e te deixa com um "porque vi isso" no final da experiencia.

Quanto aos aspectos técnicos, o cenário é muito bem feito, assim como a cinematografia e a paleta de cores. A netflix fez um bom trabalho com a compressão, chegando perto da qualidade de um Blu-ray.

Audio: English, with Portuguese subtitles - Q60T 50' TV Speakers [5.1]
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Broker2022Sep 15, 2022
Here Kevin Costner shines in one of the somewhat quieter films. Very good acting performances slowly drive the film to its climax at the end of the film. Woody Harrelson also shines as his partner in this road movie. The film captivates untilHere Kevin Costner shines in one of the somewhat quieter films. Very good acting performances slowly drive the film to its climax at the end of the film. Woody Harrelson also shines as his partner in this road movie. The film captivates until the end, if you don't know the historical ending beforehand. Well made, technically and historically well researched solid film. It's worth the time you invest here!… Expand
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6
kman5473Apr 4, 2019
The interesting thing about this film is that it takes very Kevin Costner/early 90's major motion picture storytelling conventions, but puts it in the Netflix format with contemporary technology. I find this very entertaining, and reallyThe interesting thing about this film is that it takes very Kevin Costner/early 90's major motion picture storytelling conventions, but puts it in the Netflix format with contemporary technology. I find this very entertaining, and really appreciate it. The performances by Costner and Harrelson throughout is great, their chemistry really carries the film. I think what newer audiences might find off-putting is the pacing; again, it's very 90's Hollywood.… Expand
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MeritCobaMay 25, 2019
I liked this movie. I know there are some issues with the way the killing is portrayed. I think the general opinion is that Bonnie did not do what the movie claims she did. But this movie isn't about Bonnie and Clyde and that is why theyI liked this movie. I know there are some issues with the way the killing is portrayed. I think the general opinion is that Bonnie did not do what the movie claims she did. But this movie isn't about Bonnie and Clyde and that is why they remain figures in the distance. I sort of can live with the deviation from history.

The movie is about the two guys arranged the end of Bonnie and Clyde's crimespree. They are played by Kevin Costner and Woody Harrelson. To be honest, I liked their acting and the character they played. The movie also avoids some of obvious pitfalls. Harrelson usually plays the buffoon part, but here he doesn't have to be.. even though his character remains a bit awkward.

There is even a bit of a tongue-in-cheek moment when Costner and Harrelson have to ask a group of people about the whereabouts of Bonnie and Clyde and Costner says that he isn't good with people.. and thus Harrelson has to ask.
Harrelson grunts somewhat, and then talks to a kid in a rather unusual way for him. It is nice to see him getting the chance to play such a character.

I like the movie a lot and the way the two acted. I personally think that Coster wasn't the best choice for the role, but he was good enough.

It is a pity that the movie felt as something with a small budget. And perhaps it was. This could perhaps have been a much bigger movie with the right money. The supporting cast could then have had some bigger names. But things are as they are.. and I like the movie.… Expand
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bfoore90Apr 22, 2019
It took me a bit to actually watch this movie but once I actually watched it, its another win for Netflix. Costner and Harrelson are incredible here
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muldjordApr 4, 2019
A bit slow at times, but not boring-slow. More in the way how it suits the age of the characters and the times it portrays. It needs to be slow-moving. It also allows the story to breath and the background stories of the main characters to beA bit slow at times, but not boring-slow. More in the way how it suits the age of the characters and the times it portrays. It needs to be slow-moving. It also allows the story to breath and the background stories of the main characters to be fleshed out. I liked that.
Both Harrelson and Costner play their parts well. There's some humor in there too. Underplayed of course - it's not a comedy. But it's ever present in the relationship between the highwaymen. The old-man humor. And it's important in a movie depicting a story as ultimately serious and bizarre as this one.… Expand
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MaxPayneIsGodJul 2, 2020
A decent movie, Costner and Harrelson were both solid as grizzled lawmen.
The narrative was interesting, especially how it 100% focuses on the protagonists rather than anything else.
The costuming and props were spot on
Quite enjoyed it
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mciannAug 8, 2021
This film is a finely crafted period piece about depression era America. Everything from the setting to the dialogue to the brilliantly executed musical score to the attire pulls you to a different time. The factors the critics tended to panThis film is a finely crafted period piece about depression era America. Everything from the setting to the dialogue to the brilliantly executed musical score to the attire pulls you to a different time. The factors the critics tended to pan - the lack of perspective from Bonnie and Clyde themselves, for example, are to my mind deliberately conspicuous in their absence. The film is telling a story about the integrity of social institutions in a time of hardship and change, and in that story, I find the contradictions to be the fundamental flavor of the film rather than an unpleasant aftertaste.

This is one of my favorite movies. I rewatch it frequently. I think it got **** on by the critics because it wasn't the Bonnie and Clyde movie *they* would have liked to see. Perhaps it isn't the best retelling of the story of Bonnie and Clyde, but then again, maybe this movie is trying to tell a different story.

The movie isn't about whether or not Bonnie and Clyde deserve to be depicted in a sympathetic light. It's about the much more challenging and timely question of whether or not America as a civilization deserves to be depicted in a sympathetic light. And in that, I find it to be eminently relevant and meaningful.… Expand
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buddhalouMay 6, 2019
Overall, the film was fair, but it was interesting to see this subject approached from a different angle, namely one which doesn't glorify the crimes of Bonnie and Clyde as much as other projects have done.
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SrPepeApr 2, 2019
Las actuaciones son muy buenas y la mítica historia de Bonnie y Clyde es interesante, sin embargo la película avanza muy lento, es poca atrapante y el espectador desvía la mirada en bastantes ocasiones.
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JLuis_001Apr 23, 2019
I really hoped to enjoy this film much more. It wasn't the case and that's a terrible pity but inside the Netflix catalog it will work enough I think.

I will not deny that this film was made with quality the cast is good, the setting isI really hoped to enjoy this film much more. It wasn't the case and that's a terrible pity but inside the Netflix catalog it will work enough I think.

I will not deny that this film was made with quality the cast is good, the setting is good, the cinematography and the music are good as well but the film never stops feeling disjointed and very slow at moments and if it weren't for Kevin Costner and Woody Harrelson doing a fine job this film would have crashed and burned in a resounding way but they save it and they make it work and it's their work the reason why I can say you should give this film a chance.… Expand
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GrantD243May 12, 2019
The Highwaymen is well acted, well directed, and I was satisfied with the conclusion. However, it drags so hard in the second act that I felt like I could have taken a nap. If they had tightened up the runtime, it could have been much better.
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BatareykinApr 18, 2019
Good movies in the era of cheap imitations! The actors play very well. Old school!
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JumpCut_OnlineApr 9, 2019
It’s a slow burning, safe, cat-and-mouse drama. With just one car chase and a brief opening jailbreak, the action is few and far between and has enough of the brutal violence to hit home without being gratuitous, but then this isn’t an actionIt’s a slow burning, safe, cat-and-mouse drama. With just one car chase and a brief opening jailbreak, the action is few and far between and has enough of the brutal violence to hit home without being gratuitous, but then this isn’t an action film. It’s not ‘Gangster Squad’. It’s a story of the real-life investigations and obstacles crossed that show how Bonnie and Clyde were taken down by clear policing and procedure and not shoot-out after shoot-out and state or statewide car chases and over-long dramatic monologues. In fact, Bonnie and Clyde are near faceless throughout; they are out there, but we are following the Rangers only and see as much as they see.… Expand
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geewahJan 4, 2021
Costner and Harrelson combine well in the this story on the hunt for Bonnie & Clyde. A tad bloated and could of been shorter and tighter, but solid enough.
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MattFornerFeb 9, 2021
The Highwaymen is a sometimes slow but superbly acted movie from Netflix starring Kevin Costner and Woody Harrelson telling the story of how Bonnie and Clyde were finally taken down. Worth your time if you're into movies about American history.
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Pan_KrytykMar 30, 2023
Para Harrelson i Costner sprawdzają się w tych rolach bardzo dobrze. Film dobrze zrobiony, polecam.
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