Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri

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AJ_13Jan 11, 2021

It mixes both commedy and tragedy excellently. McDormand's Oscar was absolutely deserved but the best performance of film was Sam Rockwell's one. And yeah, it was the best movie of 2017.

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Sarian263Mar 15, 2021

This was a movie if I am going to be honest, Didn't really know anything about. It was a movie that I really wasn't invested in but after being told by someone else how great it was, I had to see it for myself and it is a fantastic movie. ItThis was a movie if I am going to be honest, Didn't really know anything about. It was a movie that I really wasn't invested in but after being told by someone else how great it was, I had to see it for myself and it is a fantastic movie. It is very much a dark comedy but done in a superb way. It makes you chuckle and laugh at the moments where you wouldn't normally and yet you don't feel guilty or bad about it. Frances McDormand is incredible and the supporting cast as well (Sam Rockwell, Woody Harrison etc) also do a excellent job in helping tell this unique story.… Expand

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netflicDec 4, 2017

It is a story of a Missouri woman whose teenage daughter was raped and killed. Her grieving gets intensified by the lack of progress in police investigation in the search of the perpetrator after 7 months since the crime happened. She rentedIt is a story of a Missouri woman whose teenage daughter was raped and killed. Her grieving gets intensified by the lack of progress in police investigation in the search of the perpetrator after 7 months since the crime happened. She rented three billboards demanding faster police action.

The film is listed as a crime comedy but there is not much of a comedy here, it is mostly a dark drama with some sad humor. The protagonist Mildred is played by Frances McDormand, famous for her role in "Fargo" and many other movies.

Her performance is stellar, and in general I would commend on the whole cast's acting.

The script is the only component in the movie that is, in my opinion, not great.

Overall it is an excellent movie that I am sure I will want to see again.… Expand

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drlowdonDec 25, 2020

Seven months after her daughter was murdered, and with no culprit arrested, Mildred Hayes puts up three billboards with a message aimed at the chief of police William Willoughby causing conflict across the town.

Francis McDormand, whoSeven months after her daughter was murdered, and with no culprit arrested, Mildred Hayes puts up three billboards with a message aimed at the chief of police William Willoughby causing conflict across the town.

Francis McDormand, who seemingly never disappoints, is undoubtedly the star of the movie managing to brilliantly balance both the scripts dark humour and tragedy whilst still making Mildred seem like a real person. A few plot points are resolved a little too quickly and neatly, but overall Three Billboards makes for a good watch.… Expand

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FRANKOPINIONJan 10, 2018

I give this movie an 8/10 because it was intelligently done and there is too much stupid #### in movies today. Most movies are made for kids or low IQ adults. It was nice seeing a movie made for normal adults. This is also why I liked LadyI give this movie an 8/10 because it was intelligently done and there is too much stupid #### in movies today. Most movies are made for kids or low IQ adults. It was nice seeing a movie made for normal adults. This is also why I liked Lady Bird. But I grew up reading comics and love Marvel and enjoyed Thor more than either of these movies.… Expand

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moviemitch96Nov 22, 2017

Very well made and well acted, but I will be honest and say that I felt it to be a bit overhyped, due in part to my high expectations upon hearing about the raves this film has been receiving. Frances McDormand was wonderful as always, as wasVery well made and well acted, but I will be honest and say that I felt it to be a bit overhyped, due in part to my high expectations upon hearing about the raves this film has been receiving. Frances McDormand was wonderful as always, as was the supporting cast, with the likes of Woody Harrelson and the highly underrated Sam Rockwell in what I'd consider his best performance yet. The film and its story felt like all too familiar territory to me at times, and the ending was a bit anticlimactic for my liking, but it still had plenty of funny and memorable moments to at least keep it worthwhile for the most part. Overall, it's not amazing like what I've been hearing about it, but it contains solid work from its reliable cast and an interesting story that keeps it entertaining and amusing enough throughout. It's also worth noting that fans of director Martin McDonagh (In Bruges, Seven Psychopaths) will likely find much to enjoy and admire about the dark humor in this that he's become so well known for.… Expand

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eagleeyevikingFeb 19, 2018

Frances McDormand, Sam Rockwell, and Woody Harrelson all deliver Oscar-worthy performances in Frances McDormand's bleak and important, but also hilarious "Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri".

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shoulderoforionDec 27, 2017

Three Billboards was a great movie, and my pick of this years Oscar bait crowd, literally couldn't sit through all the others, didn't even know it was directed by the guy who did In Bruges (one of my favorite little pieces of cinematic candy,Three Billboards was a great movie, and my pick of this years Oscar bait crowd, literally couldn't sit through all the others, didn't even know it was directed by the guy who did In Bruges (one of my favorite little pieces of cinematic candy, it was so much better than Seven Psychopaths)… Expand

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aliceinwonderlaNov 24, 2021

I liked it but the open ending was very anticlimatic. And I also disliked how "edgy" the characters tried to be all the time, but the screenplay was good.

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dispencer187Nov 22, 2017

Great movie but seemed a little too contrived. Maybe that was the point? Nonetheless it was still hilarious and heartbreaking. Went from tearing up one second to laughing out loud the next second. Not many movies can consistently do thatGreat movie but seemed a little too contrived. Maybe that was the point? Nonetheless it was still hilarious and heartbreaking. Went from tearing up one second to laughing out loud the next second. Not many movies can consistently do that (most do the formulaic first half of the movie is comedy and second half is drama). Acting, script, cinematography were all great.… Expand

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SrPepeFeb 15, 2018

Divertida con un humor negro manejado de forma excelente. Me gustó mucho y los actores estuvieron geniales.

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AproxxAug 19, 2018

It has some awesome things:

1-The characters aren't angels or demonds. All the protagonists have good and bad things. You know, like most humans! This shouldn't be such a rarity, but it totally is! 2-The funny parts (not always done to makeIt has some awesome things:

1-The characters aren't angels or demonds. All the protagonists have good and bad things. You know, like most humans! This shouldn't be such a rarity, but it totally is!

2-The funny parts (not always done to make laugh out loud, which is the way it should be) do not require "out of character" stuff. Everything that is funny its really the logical conclusion of the funny situations the characters are in, and their normal responses. That's why this deserves a lot of praise for the writing, which is insanely good (except for a couple of huge mistakes)

3-Then there's the drama/story which is perfectly paced and it has social commentary, but I'm not sure that part is neither revolutionary nor especially interesting. Its good.

The acting is pretty great overall.

Now the gripes: -There is a particularly female character that is treated like a "slow person" for no apparent reason other than some might laugh at her. It seems malicious more than social commentary on that type of person. Because she isn't a person, really, the way she's writen. -The Friends of our "hero?" are DIVERSE. Its too on the nose, and really not particularly interesting giving that they won't even be characters (they do little to nothing). They are "token black guy", only they aren't a black guy. If you don't have those characters in the script, why bother to do this fake inclusion stuff? But still. Great.… Expand

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trentqMar 18, 2018

A really great movie and some truly outstanding performances. For me, it was unexpectedly a black comedy of sorts but rides the line quite well. I personally would have liked to see some more backstory of the characters but it does round mostA really great movie and some truly outstanding performances. For me, it was unexpectedly a black comedy of sorts but rides the line quite well. I personally would have liked to see some more backstory of the characters but it does round most of them out by the end. A really interesting story and something that feels well timed. Frances McDormand is incredible as always but really sells this movie in her performance, Sam Rockwall is also pretty spectacular. This feels like it could be a true story which for me works to help connect with the story, pain, emotion, etc. A really come out of this satisfied and pleased that it did something a little different and pulled it off.… Expand

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pdw123Dec 19, 2017

Fantastic film in the mode of the Coen Brothers. The surreal nature and eerie nature coupled with the totally original screenplay kept me deeply involved throughout, which is a rarity for any film these days to keep me that involved everyFantastic film in the mode of the Coen Brothers. The surreal nature and eerie nature coupled with the totally original screenplay kept me deeply involved throughout, which is a rarity for any film these days to keep me that involved every single minute---bravo!! All the acting deserving of many awards and top notch from all the personnel involved. For people here saying that elements were fantastical, wouldn't ever happen in reality---look at "No Country for Old Men" for the model please, and please watch better than your American lowest common denominator fare before you ever judge this. Only the open ended and unresolved nature of the ending threw me for a major curve, and could've perhaps been handled differently . But perhaps that's the point---that many problems in life are never ever resolved. And, I love the complex portrayal of law enforcement and how Rockwell's character changes due to circumstances over time---since I don't really believe that all of law enforcement are dullards, but complex people with much intelligence and families to care for. And, it IS a taxing occupation. Much thanks for this jewel in the season of Star Wars and superhero fluff this year!… Expand

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VirgonoShakaMar 24, 2018

This movie left me with a very conflicted array of feelings, which I can say means that it really fulfilled its purpose. With some amazing performances (two oscar winners), and some fantastic scenes that make you feel everything fromThis movie left me with a very conflicted array of feelings, which I can say means that it really fulfilled its purpose. With some amazing performances (two oscar winners), and some fantastic scenes that make you feel everything from confusion, compassion, empathy, disgust, sadness, anger, and even happiness, I can say that this is great movie worthy of very high praise. Fair warning though, if you don't like heavy movies, this may not be your cup of tea.… Expand

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KeithDowDec 5, 2017

‘Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri’ is the latest offering from writer-director Martin McDonagh, who once again delights with an original premise, tight writing, and interesting characters. Frances McDormand stands out for her‘Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri’ is the latest offering from writer-director Martin McDonagh, who once again delights with an original premise, tight writing, and interesting characters. Frances McDormand stands out for her hard-nosed turn and, as the lead, will understandably get most of the attention come awards season. However, in my opinion, the always fantastic Sam Rockwell has a more difficult character to portray, necessitating greater nuance and range.

The amount of effusive praise being heaped on the film would likely lead one to believe that this is McDonagh’s best film yet. However, I personally rank it third amongst McDonagh’s three features, behind 2008’s ‘In Bruges’ and 2012’s ‘Seven Psychopaths,’ largely due to a couple of poor casting decisions and unusual plot devices.… Expand

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mrdr4gonJan 15, 2018

Amazingly quotable and sharp black comedy that thrives on having been written by Martin McDonagh who is in typically fine form. The film does have a few problems, it suffers from being overlong, with a labyrinthine feel and more than a fewAmazingly quotable and sharp black comedy that thrives on having been written by Martin McDonagh who is in typically fine form. The film does have a few problems, it suffers from being overlong, with a labyrinthine feel and more than a few duds of 'dramatic moments' but the script is good enough to pull the wool over my eyes.… Expand

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zorraDec 12, 2017

McDormand gives a fearless performance as a grieving mother who's seeking revenge after her daughter was brutally raped and murdered. It's the kind of film we need. Themes of: grief, redemption & tragedy. Wonderful work.

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kiankJan 28, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri is a sad tale of a mother looking for answers about the rape and murder of her daughter. I really enjoyed the first half of the movie, especially the parts with Woody Harrelson. Francis McDormand also did great. The ending is a bit disappointing as I wish there was justice for her murdered daughter. I loved all the suspenseful scenes but I felt like they tried to create too many relationships. After Harrelson's character died, I felt like the movie slowed down a bit but overall the movie good, but not amazing. Overall, I would give it a 8.0.… Expand

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halllllooFeb 11, 2018

Der Film ist sehr langsam und ruhig, manchmal sogar etwas zu ruhig, was dann aber sehr schön wieder durch eine Wendung aufgehoben wird. Die Story dabei ist sehr spannend und interessant, und immer wieder mit gut platzierten Witzen gespickt.Der Film ist sehr langsam und ruhig, manchmal sogar etwas zu ruhig, was dann aber sehr schön wieder durch eine Wendung aufgehoben wird. Die Story dabei ist sehr spannend und interessant, und immer wieder mit gut platzierten Witzen gespickt. Frances McDormand, Sam Rockwell sowie auch Woodie Harrelson liefern eine sehr gute Arbeit ab und sind definitv richitg besetzt.… Expand

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amheretojudgeJan 28, 2018

what's the law on what ya can and can't say on a billboard..

Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri Surprisingly, the music is amazing in it, all the tracks are perfect and encourages each and every scene especially when the billboardswhat's the law on what ya can and can't say on a billboard..

Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri

Surprisingly, the music is amazing in it, all the tracks are perfect and encourages each and every scene especially when the billboards are burned down, there are couple other scenes too but don't wanna spoil it. Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri has the perfect balance of character driven movie and script driven movie and addition to this, an unpredictable one. Martin McDonagh; the writer-director, brings out something new in this genre that has never been witnessed, he plays with his characters and tracks like he is juggling and even his short characters too will make you feel for them (Peter Dinklage and Caleb Landry Jones) which shows the range of the characters and the actors. Frances McDormand oozes power like never before; she is brutal, arrogant, sometimes wrong and surprisingly funny. Woody Harrelson is straight out stunning in it but the real trump card is Sam Rockwell; he almost has a parallel role to Frances and he justifies his presence till the last frame. Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri stands out alone in its genre for its unpredictable script, brutal characters and amusing conversations.… Expand

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KCBarbieQMar 4, 2018

Good movie,in that nothing is expected. It's well written. But the reason I feel it's not Oscar worthy is the overuse and timing of use of profanity. And though the sheriff was a good man,it would be out of character to abandon his daughtersGood movie,in that nothing is expected. It's well written. But the reason I feel it's not Oscar worthy is the overuse and timing of use of profanity. And though the sheriff was a good man,it would be out of character to abandon his daughters to go off to have sex and leave those little girls.… Expand

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AndrewBurgeMar 24, 2018

Before anything, this is a movie about the power of anger and how it can easily overwhelm any other emotion. Frances McDormand's Milded Hayes is a person whose anger and hatred towards the injustice done to her by the Police Department whichBefore anything, this is a movie about the power of anger and how it can easily overwhelm any other emotion. Frances McDormand's Milded Hayes is a person whose anger and hatred towards the injustice done to her by the Police Department which failed to catch the rapist and murderer of her daughter, Angela, seems to lead her every move. Yet, do not expect to see the police as a villain here. In fact, Martin McDonagh does a staggering job at removing any evil representation of the Police Department even from the beginning of the film. And he does that through Woody Harrelson's Chief Willoughby who, despite being on cancer's Death Row, is actually the most empathetic and understanding of the characters. This really is a refreshing and long-awaited view on the classic "cops are corrupt, racist and evil".

Yet despite the surprisingly likable and respected Chief Willoughby, the anger found in almost all other characters is compelling them to do disturbing acts - Hayes putting the billboards up even though she knew Willoughby has cancer and Sam Rockwell's Officer Jason Dixon infamous rampage through a window and violently assaulting the man in charge of the billboards. But there is one more subtle take on this anger displaying, which is the message on the last billboard which claims 'raped while dying'. It is clear that Hayes wants everyone to be disturbed and shocked by the details of her daughter's last second, perhaps to make them feel the same suffering as she does.

So, while having a few abrupt tonal shifts, like a deep scene about a deer and reincarnation which, while powerful, felt a bit forced and rushed, "Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri" is a foul-mouthed sure-fire and efficient cry of inner peace with one of the best performances of the year, especially Sam Rockwell's troubled, childish and bizarre yet funny Officer Jason Dixon.… Expand

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theCRITIC2May 11, 2018

The movie is an emotional "roller-coaster". Although I wish that the ending had a little more scenes but overall I think the movie is great.

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HVajkMay 6, 2019

Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri
2017 Movie, Standalone Movie, Drama Movie

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DawdlingPoetNov 20, 2021

As a character drama and mystery film its quite good. I felt the mothers strength and determinism came through well and indeed Frances McDormand gave a great performance in this film. Its not so much about the details of what happened to herAs a character drama and mystery film its quite good. I felt the mothers strength and determinism came through well and indeed Frances McDormand gave a great performance in this film. Its not so much about the details of what happened to her daughter who was sadly killed, its more about local police departments, small American town life and the like. There are some plot twists and its a fairly thoughtful film too. Well worth a watch - I'd recommend this.… Expand

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cheetahsiriOct 31, 2020

I think it is the best movie of 2017. It's full of sadness and Bitterness. There is amazing cast with impressive acting.

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EdReviewAug 18, 2023

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Three Billboards outside Ebbing, Missouri is a good movie. Frances McDormand carries out a very good performance of Mildred Hayes, a mother struck by her daughter's death.
Martin McDonagh is a very talented director and writer, and he's able to deliver a powerful story of grief, anger, revenge and redemption, with a little bit of good humour in it.… Expand

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NickTheCritickNov 3, 2021

This dark comedy drama shows a Martin McDonagh at this best both as a screenplayer and as a director. He confirms to be among the greatest actor directors working today because the acting is here great, every character here is so well writtenThis dark comedy drama shows a Martin McDonagh at this best both as a screenplayer and as a director. He confirms to be among the greatest actor directors working today because the acting is here great, every character here is so well written as they all have a remarkable arc during the film. The directing perfectly fits the tone of the movie and dialogues are simply great. I'm waiting with curiosity what McDonagh does next, because he seems to have the gift that only the greatest ones have.… Expand

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runjumphugMar 7, 2022

Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri is good. I wasn't on board until after the first act, but I'm glad I stayed for this unpredictable ride.

It's silly and serious, funny and sad, dark and uncomfortable at times, with a tone that'sThree Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri is good. I wasn't on board until after the first act, but I'm glad I stayed for this unpredictable ride.

It's silly and serious, funny and sad, dark and uncomfortable at times, with a tone that's difficult to pin down.… Expand

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DarkwingSchmuckJul 29, 2023

Martin McDonagh's mastery of tone continues in his third feature. Frances McDormand gives her best performance since Fargo in a role that is equal parts funny and heartbreaking. Special mention goes to Sam Rockwell, who gets one specificMartin McDonagh's mastery of tone continues in his third feature. Frances McDormand gives her best performance since Fargo in a role that is equal parts funny and heartbreaking. Special mention goes to Sam Rockwell, who gets one specific scene that's worth the price of admission by itself. You'll know it when you see it.… Expand

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jgzegerFeb 22, 2018

Great performances from Frances McDormand and Sam Rockwell but a less than satisfying ending.

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katezoeDec 17, 2017

Fantastic film with an incredible screenplay. Frances McDormand has another nomination under her belt and might win another Oscar as Best Actress! Sam Rockwell Supporting Actor Nomination! Film captures Trump's America.

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RelaxedmikeFeb 6, 2018

Movie was good with an interesting plot for the most part. I would have given it a much higher rating had it not been for the ending.

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Compi24Dec 12, 2017

A film that could have very easily became a bloated, stodgy, and tired treatise on everything that's wrong with the American justice system/racism/police brutality/etc., but thankfully Martin McDonagh's third feature, "Three BillboardsA film that could have very easily became a bloated, stodgy, and tired treatise on everything that's wrong with the American justice system/racism/police brutality/etc., but thankfully Martin McDonagh's third feature, "Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri," never really commits to focusing too sharply on one thing in particular. Instead, we get little doses of criticism and commentary here and there, but with a larger spotlight shown on the complicated, non-binary mechanisms of human morality and behavior that operate in and around these facets of discussion. It's tremendously well-acted, with special marks going to Frances McDormand and the criminally underrated Sam Rockwell for absolutely killing it with their respective performances. A very compelling, well-made drama with rich thematic subtext and a fantastic script.… Expand

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foxgroveJan 15, 2018

Good if somewhat less daring than it thinks it is. Racism, homophobia, rape and violence are just some of the ingredients in the mix in this not entirely satisfactory concoction. A mother,Frances McDormand buys billboard space to incite theGood if somewhat less daring than it thinks it is. Racism, homophobia, rape and violence are just some of the ingredients in the mix in this not entirely satisfactory concoction. A mother,Frances McDormand buys billboard space to incite the local community out of their apathy with regards to the unsolved murder and rape of her daughter a year earlier. The film touches on many prejudices and judgmental attitudes only to go soft on everyone of them within an unbelievable time line. Let's face it people don't change their views that quickly, but this film wants its cake and eat it and ends up feeling somewhat patronising. The acting is good across the board, but the writing just gets softer and softer and ultimately doesn't convince.… Expand

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DukeCumberjackJan 8, 2018

Three Billboards has some great moments. Overall I would say the timing is off with most of the humor however. Seemed like McDonagh was too accustomed to writing/directing for the stage. The film didn't come close to the magic of In BrugesThree Billboards has some great moments. Overall I would say the timing is off with most of the humor however. Seemed like McDonagh was too accustomed to writing/directing for the stage. The film didn't come close to the magic of In Bruges but it is enjoyable.… Expand

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SEROJMar 3, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great story, great character development and great acting... The ending though. I just won't accept the fact that we never learn who killed Angela. It was the main goal of the plot after all.… Expand

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marcmyworksMar 6, 2018

Though Frances McDormand is quite brilliant in this film, the script seems far too smart for this group of characters. A small town filled with rednecks who sometimes spew intelligent jargon made me feel this was perhaps better written forThough Frances McDormand is quite brilliant in this film, the script seems far too smart for this group of characters. A small town filled with rednecks who sometimes spew intelligent jargon made me feel this was perhaps better written for the stage than a film.… Expand

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Voodoo123Jan 4, 2019

+Great cast deliver memorable performances
+Decent screenplay
-Story noticeably lacks realistic and logical reasoning A superior cast and direction elevate the material to just a nose above average. TBOEM offers a decent amount of cerebral+Great cast deliver memorable performances
+Decent screenplay
-Story noticeably lacks realistic and logical reasoning

A superior cast and direction elevate the material to just a nose above average. TBOEM offers a decent amount of cerebral entertainment and is well produced. At times watching this I felt scenes play out in a way that is somewhat disjointed from itself...(lead character burning the police station?). Also the pacing leads us to seeing characters hopping between locations and time periods with little explanation. Ultimately doesn't live up to the hype but was nicely stylized. Definitely worth a look.… Expand

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zouz123Feb 27, 2018

The movie was a bit boring for my taste, but I still found myself compelled to finish it. Interesting story that is worth watching. And honestly, Frances McDormand is one hell of woman.

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web0ramaJan 4, 2018

Excellent acting and direction can't entirely save a contrived story. There are moments of both sheer joy and anguish present here but overall it just feels slightly out of step.

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yosemiteNov 28, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Could have been a great film but wasn't. Superlatives : the acting of Frances McDormand is superlative and Oscar worthy and the performances of Woody and Sam Rockwell were equally excellent. One or two will get a nomination. The plot was original and creative and the dialogue was equally creative. On the negative side , the vulgarity is gratuitive, unrealistic and ineffective. That same creative plot was inconsistent. The film lacked subtlety and the rural Missourians were were portrayed as hicks and dumb wits. The longer the movie played, the more unrealistic Frances' actions became. Billboards; yes. Bombing police station;not likely. This could have been another Fargo with better direction… Expand

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TrevorsViewDec 8, 2017

Much credit goes to Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri. Its analysis on a small town’s skewed priorities on law and order feels inspired by the United States’ many cultures, especially from the perspective of Mildred, played by OscarMuch credit goes to Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri. Its analysis on a small town’s skewed priorities on law and order feels inspired by the United States’ many cultures, especially from the perspective of Mildred, played by Oscar winner Frances McDormand (Fargo). She never says a single kind word to anyone, but her true personality blooms once she routinely plants flowers in front of her blood-red billboards as if at the Vietnam memorial. Once there, she shares a melodic conversation with a deer beside the highway, keeping her human. The rest of Ebbing, Missouri also seems given up on America’s growth, set instead to let desires run on dunking others beneath self-worth.

Though be warned: the three steps to the feature’s creation appears a tad too rushed. The pre-production process mentions the Catholic church of the town exactly once in the first act, missing out on its powerful potential to serve a stronger MacGuffin to the story beyond just its hindrance to society. The production process’s cheap burn makeup effects look poor compared to the wounds put on Leonardo DiCaprio’s bear wounds. The post-production process disrupts its own narrative flow by throwing a flashback into a moment when dialogue would have sufficed.

Looking at the Oscar’s past Best Picture winners, Spotlight and Moonlight, they both kept a consistent visual style, unlike Three Billboards. Primarily, the editor, Jon Gregory (Four Weddings and a Funeral, In Bruges) was a poor choice to put together the feature; a potential Oscar contender ought to require someone more experienced to present a population of human beings turned into thoughtless advertisements. Likewise, cinematographer Ben Davis (Guardians of the Galaxy) resorts to unnecessarily pointing the Steadicam upwards. If treated like a mockumentary similar to This Is Spinal Tap, then a greater impact could linger in this movie’s legacy.

Now with the problems out of the way, basically everything else in Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri accomplishes its civic duty.

Obviously, cops nowadays are no State Farm, so here their portrayal gets treated positively. Mildred’s middle-class family home in particular takes no breather: her ex-husband continues to abuse her while her last shared memory with her murdered daughter reeks in high regret. Maybe the people here were born with it, maybe the pressure to advertise caused everyone to become whatever social message they always talk about. Its timelessness in leaving the precise year vague adds the extra snap, crackle, and pop to the core theme.

My commemorations go to the finger lickin’ good performances by the whole cast, every single one proves the power of an ensemble, particularly the underrated actor Caleb Landry Jones (Breaking Bad, Get Out). Yet Sam Rockwell in particular is after an Academy Award nomination, and understandably so: his performance turns agitated one minute and collapsing in silent tears the next.

I appreciate how Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri knew not to excessively milk its timeliness right after it calls the cops a **** Torturing Business,” since they lack concentration on actual crimes. Although these cops prefer the equally undignified term “Persons of Color;” even they the authorities think Black people fall short against “normal” White people. This mouth-gaping social relevance soon turns ironic once a new Black police sheriff comes into town.

Beyond the Blacks/Police conflict that challenges old stereotypes, jokes about people’s weight and height keep going and going and going without crossing the line towards the offensive. The head of Ebbing’s P.R. business even has the name Red, because everyone else around him sees red—both literally and figuratively!

It’s a greatly clever style of writing which helps you to think different in a harsh way. We all want and need to preach about what makes us pound our fist on the table, and as depicted here, our abuse of our First Amendment rights turns us into our branding, erasing the definition between our wants and our needs. It really boils down to: Where do you want to go today?… Expand

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whoischarlotteFeb 1, 2018

Is this 'best picture' worthy? No. Is this a good film? Well, yeah. Three Billboards is unconventional, it didn't take itself too seriously and made me laugh so easily. It's just a shame that the end is pretty dull.

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WarriorlilyDec 7, 2017

(Possible spoilers) Mildred's daughter has been dead for 7 years. No leads. She pays to have three billboards erected, asks the police chief, (Woody Harrelson) - Why? The billboards shake things up, trigger a strange, sometimes violent series(Possible spoilers) Mildred's daughter has been dead for 7 years. No leads. She pays to have three billboards erected, asks the police chief, (Woody Harrelson) - Why? The billboards shake things up, trigger a strange, sometimes violent series of events. Mildred stands strong, is unapologetic despite backlash from the community. Her grief is unrelenting. It is another character, a whole weather system. It fills up the screen. Tchotchkes get smashed, Molotov cocktails get thrown, loyalties change, but this is not your typical revenge movie. Great performances by McDormand, Harrelson and Sam Rockwell (who plays a violent **** of a cop). Abbie Cornish miscast as Harrelson's wife. (She was way too young and watching them have sex was creepy). Near the end a character says, "Anger begets anger" and this isn't a life lesson for us or even an overarching theme. There are no lessons and this made me like the movie even more. It was fresh, unpredictable, dark and at times, really really funny.… Expand

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KaustavFeb 3, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is a good movie. But it's not great.
There is some excellent acting from McDormand, Rockwell and Harrelson and the supporting actors seems very natural in their roles. But the story just doesn't pay off in terms of the tension it builds up and personally, while I could empathize with a mother losing her daughter in the worst circumstances possible, it is so much more difficult to end up with two people contemplating justified (((murder))).
If nothing else, watch it for the acting which will probably rope in a few good awards in the eventual run.… Expand

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bpletch05Apr 2, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Three billboards was a pretty entertaining film from beginning to end. McDormand and Rockwell both had great performances, Rockwell moreso than McDormand in my opinion. The humor scattered throughout was well done, it kept the film from getting a little stale at certain points. There were a few things in the plot i had an issue with. I don't expect every film to have a complete, happy ending but it would have been nice if there was literally any progress in finding the murderer. I also understand McDormand's character would be eager to get rid of a rapist, even if it wasn't the one involved in her daughter's case, but I can't help but feel it goes against her entire story to just up and leave her only child alone to travel across the country to murder someone.… Expand

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lewiswakeFeb 5, 2018

Three Billboards is probably best described as a dark dramatic version of a Cohen brothers film.

It has a diverse cast of characters that are all excellent portrayed by their actors, particularly Frances McDormand and Sam Rockwell. Both orThree Billboards is probably best described as a dark dramatic version of a Cohen brothers film.

It has a diverse cast of characters that are all excellent portrayed by their actors, particularly Frances McDormand and Sam Rockwell. Both or these characters show great depths in their tough attitude and crippling emotional trauma.… Expand

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ianglaucoFeb 22, 2018

en este año salieron muchas películas con buena narrativa pero un final repugnante. este no es el caso.

cada palabra y situación creada por los personajes es incomoda de ver y escuchar, hay una situacion claramente establecida y personajesen este año salieron muchas películas con buena narrativa pero un final repugnante. este no es el caso.

cada palabra y situación creada por los personajes es incomoda de ver y escuchar, hay una situacion claramente establecida y personajes planos, es irritante ver como nada de lo que dicen tiene sentido, pero es el final cuando los personajes por fin demuestran su naturalidad y demuestran que la trama no necesita mas palabras para crear una sensación de satisfacción.

pdt: Caleb landry Jones salio en cuatro películas geniales este año espero que lo veamos pronto en algún papel principal que le permita demostrar de lo que es capas… Expand

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onelinereviewsFeb 26, 2018

First billboard: promising outlook to an intimate play of troubled and intriguing characters
Second billboard: speech bubbles of great and gritty dialogue, but too often than not a slap-back of slapstick banter is spoiling the air
ThirdFirst billboard: promising outlook to an intimate play of troubled and intriguing characters
Second billboard: speech bubbles of great and gritty dialogue, but too often than not a slap-back of slapstick banter is spoiling the air
Third billboard: falling a bit flat – an airy and soft fall on engaging performances, memorable scenes and an overall promising premise, but still in the end – those billboards fall a bit flat, outside of Ebbing, Missouri.… Expand

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kanet007Mar 5, 2018

For a movie that deals so brilliantly with the complexity of interpersonal relationships that address, but contradict established stereotypes, there are a couple of lazy moments that detract from what could have been a brilliant movie. OneFor a movie that deals so brilliantly with the complexity of interpersonal relationships that address, but contradict established stereotypes, there are a couple of lazy moments that detract from what could have been a brilliant movie. One particularly lazy moment is a speech that essentially tries to establish the Hollywood stance on the Catholic religion. The town priest was only a prop in a scene so that Frances McDormand could deliver a speech which, although poignant and funny, was so obviously premeditated and could never have been delivered in the surprise of the moment.

Beyond this moment and a few other cringe-worthy statements, the movie is very well done. Also, maybe I'm in the minority, but I really liked the ending!… Expand

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Ryanm42Dec 28, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Well-acted with a really original story. I could watch those characters all day long. But there are already enough unsolved murders in real life. I would have liked to have a little more escapism and see this one end on a higher note.… Expand

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o_retyJan 30, 2021

t has a story that sports at least one complete character arc. It has good acting here and there (Sam Rockwell, but he’s always great). The drama is spread too thin (esp. in the first part). Shame it’s underlined with hideous modernistt has a story that sports at least one complete character arc. It has good acting here and there (Sam Rockwell, but he’s always great). The drama is spread too thin (esp. in the first part). Shame it’s underlined with hideous modernist exsistentialism. Just look at the conversation with a priest or, for even better gist of the thing, the monolog with a deer. The world is empty, there’s no God, our sufferings are utterly meaningless. Just despair and thank us for our entertainment.… Expand

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SylamanNov 9, 2019

Good movie, it stands out among a huge amount of similar same-type and middling movies. It's not a masterpiece but you won't think about 2 hours of your life as wasted.

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AgentLviJul 7, 2023

Decent movie. The story is so --so, scoring is great, visual is decent, and the voice is also great

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BKMFeb 7, 2018

McDonagh's attempt to blend dark comedy with pathos isn't as effective here as it was in the masterful In Bruges. Much of that failure is due to the fact that this is a movie that is burning with anger which causes the comedic bits to feelMcDonagh's attempt to blend dark comedy with pathos isn't as effective here as it was in the masterful In Bruges. Much of that failure is due to the fact that this is a movie that is burning with anger which causes the comedic bits to feel jarring. The film also has a lot on its mind and struggles to adequately find a narrative foothold. McDormand and Rockwell give strong performances, but ultimately the whole affair gets away from them.… Expand

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BikerjamesJan 22, 2018

There is an art to making quirky films. The Coen Bros., Wes Anderson, David Lynch are all masters of the genre. They make films that are quirky and yet somehow believable. This film has moments that are so over the top they would neverThere is an art to making quirky films. The Coen Bros., Wes Anderson, David Lynch are all masters of the genre. They make films that are quirky and yet somehow believable. This film has moments that are so over the top they would never happen in real life. For example, there is a scene where a teenager at a school throws a soda on the Frances McDormand character's car, and the way she handles it would never happen in real life, and there were no consequences for her actions. In fact, she does several outrageous things without any consequences. There are other unbelievable outrageous moments that I won't go into. Other times the quirkiness works, so it's a mixed bag for me. This movie is definitely not a visitor's guide for the state of Missouri as most of the town are portrayed as bigots, including the police force. The acting was stellar throughout. Lastly, I hated the ending.… Expand

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FadeBlackMay 25, 2022

Wonderfully crafted in terms of complex, multi-layered characters, and an unpredictable plot. And while I appreciate the story is up for interpretation, there wasn't much about the big picture and the whole point and meaning to really move meWonderfully crafted in terms of complex, multi-layered characters, and an unpredictable plot. And while I appreciate the story is up for interpretation, there wasn't much about the big picture and the whole point and meaning to really move me or captive me in any way.… Expand

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JNOTRFeb 6, 2018

It's a good movie, but nothing out of the ordinary in my opinion. I think McDonagh did a better job in In Bruges and in 7 Psychopaths. The film presents an excellent performance by Sam Rockwell and some good from Frances McDormand and WoodyIt's a good movie, but nothing out of the ordinary in my opinion. I think McDonagh did a better job in In Bruges and in 7 Psychopaths. The film presents an excellent performance by Sam Rockwell and some good from Frances McDormand and Woody Harrelson (not enough for Oscar nominations). The script is very good, but it has a big flaw in the last 20 minutes that are totally rushed. Very little humor compared to the previous works of the director. I hope he does not win the Oscar for Best Picture.… Expand

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moviecritic68Dec 28, 2017

A very unique screenplay which can't help from intriguing someone. A bit slow at times but overall worth attending. Very strong performance by the lead actress with a mixture of some dark comedy from other characters.

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TrailesqueDec 12, 2020

This sets out to be a gritty, small town revenge drama but ends up wandering off into uncharted territory. It never comes to any kind of conclusion or redemption; the story just fizzles out. Someone needs to tell Martin McDonagh, who isThis sets out to be a gritty, small town revenge drama but ends up wandering off into uncharted territory. It never comes to any kind of conclusion or redemption; the story just fizzles out. Someone needs to tell Martin McDonagh, who is supposed to be a great writer, that this kind of story needs to come to an end. It is never totally convincing anyway, despite some fine performances from a big name cast, and good soundtrack music. One reviewer said that this is about the destructiveness of anger, and when you look at it that way, it does make some sense. There is a lot of action and confrontation in this, but it usually seems to lead nowhere.… Expand

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AkumaJackApr 20, 2018

Excellent acting and decent directing, but the plot is nonsensical and characters are awful. They don't make sense. This film also shifts from serious to unfunny "comic" scenes every two seconds and spend the first half of the movie spoutingExcellent acting and decent directing, but the plot is nonsensical and characters are awful. They don't make sense. This film also shifts from serious to unfunny "comic" scenes every two seconds and spend the first half of the movie spouting left-winged stereotypes that clashes with the better crafted second half. there are many good ideas but poorly executed. Not a must see, not even bad though.… Expand

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annbdMar 6, 2018

The story was fine, but this high score I could only explain to myself with the bad *** protagonist, played by Frances McDormand ( she definitely deserved her Oscar). The unnecessary scenes, strange dialogues and actions made the movie notThe story was fine, but this high score I could only explain to myself with the bad *** protagonist, played by Frances McDormand ( she definitely deserved her Oscar). The unnecessary scenes, strange dialogues and actions made the movie not easy to perceive, to understand. This movie will make you confused, bored and disappointed. Can't believe it's from the 2018 Oscar Nominees. 115 minutes - too long for story, that could have been synthesized in 45 minutes. Annoying mad policeman, out of nowhere, transform himself into avenger, as well as helper to the desperate. Also the end was desperately dull and also the last telephone dialogue was not that clear, I mean I don't recognized the hint, he gave her, so she decided to visit the probable killer. Anyway, so many unnecessary things in this movie. Director and writer, Martin McDonagh, who has weird addiction to put a number in the names of his movies (Six Shooter, Seven Psychopaths, now this movie haha) failed with this one...… Expand

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Popcorn55Oct 7, 2018

Laugh-a-minute white trash comedy with very very annoying loud music intruding constantly trying to make it seem all epic. Like it begins with opera yodeling, that should tell you how pretentious it is. But this here is Whiskey Tango allLaugh-a-minute white trash comedy with very very annoying loud music intruding constantly trying to make it seem all epic. Like it begins with opera yodeling, that should tell you how pretentious it is. But this here is Whiskey Tango all the way to the core, and its trashy loser characters shouldn't be talking about Oscar Wilde and Shakespeare and other crap that white trash don't know nothin about. That's the screenwriter being cute, and jesus does it suck. Just trying to sneak the word "Oscar" into the dialogue as a subliminal suggestion to the industry. Shame. Yeah this is kinda like Fargo as others have said. Yawn. Makes me wanna go burn down a billboard.… Expand

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MglovesfunApr 14, 2020

It's not my sort of movie and I have sympathy for anyone rating it 8 or above. I think Frances McDormand's performance is a little overrated. The character has a couple of traits which she sticks too throughout the movie, which is fine, but IIt's not my sort of movie and I have sympathy for anyone rating it 8 or above. I think Frances McDormand's performance is a little overrated. The character has a couple of traits which she sticks too throughout the movie, which is fine, but I really expected more than that for a best-actress-Oscar-winning performance.… Expand

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wayrezMay 15, 2020

In my opinion, the film mixed a lot of genres and turned out to be a strange mess. You're watching a strong dramatic scene, and then you're shown frank rambling about the illogical actions of the protagonists. It's probably subtle socialIn my opinion, the film mixed a lot of genres and turned out to be a strange mess. You're watching a strong dramatic scene, and then you're shown frank rambling about the illogical actions of the protagonists. It's probably subtle social satire and black humor.

Playing actors is delightful. I have nothing to say here. All the awards that the lead actress has received are absolutely deserved. And do not praise only her, all played beautifully.

The camera work is also excellent, objectively speaking. That's another aspect that's probably impossible to challenge.… Expand

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NavyBeanFeb 8, 2018

Good performances but the illogic of everything that happens just makes you scratch your head and wonder about some of the choices the director/writer made. He could have told the same story and not had these huge gaps in coherence that tookGood performances but the illogic of everything that happens just makes you scratch your head and wonder about some of the choices the director/writer made. He could have told the same story and not had these huge gaps in coherence that took my focus to the wrong place. There's a good story there somewhere underneath but this isn't it. And the ex-husband's new girlfriend's attempts at humor are so tone deaf and unfunny that I can't believe this is the same guy who wrote "In Bruges."… Expand

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TyranianApr 14, 2019

Rockwell was kinda entertaining but I didn't really enjoy this film, the characters are all obnoxious and its basically a two hour rant.

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imthenoobFeb 14, 2018

McDormand gives easily the best performance of the year for an actress and there are certainly good parts in the movie but the parts are far greater than the whole. The movie totally falls apart in the second half, Especially after theMcDormand gives easily the best performance of the year for an actress and there are certainly good parts in the movie but the parts are far greater than the whole. The movie totally falls apart in the second half, Especially after the incident with the sheriff. And the ending was just really unsatisfying to me. Not a terrible movie but I wouldn't keep my expectations high when watching it.… Expand

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HotelCentralMay 3, 2018

The acting in this film is excellent, even superb. It is beyond question that Frances McDormand and Sam Rockwell fully deserved the Oscars they were awarded. And that is where my praise for this film ends.

Ultimately, this is an awful filmThe acting in this film is excellent, even superb. It is beyond question that Frances McDormand and Sam Rockwell fully deserved the Oscars they were awarded. And that is where my praise for this film ends.

Ultimately, this is an awful film populated by mean and revolting characters. They do a fine job of representing America, and the human race, at their very worst. And the story goes nowhere.… Expand

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kensrueFeb 27, 2018

Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri starts off with a good story line, good acting, captivating composition and some very quotable lines. Pretty soon it becomes evident that the makers sacrificed the story line to provide the audienceThree Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri starts off with a good story line, good acting, captivating composition and some very quotable lines. Pretty soon it becomes evident that the makers sacrificed the story line to provide the audience with an over-dose of climax. The movie feels like an ingenious attempt at creating a film that relies on shocking the audience with over the top emotional conflicts that add nothing to the actual story, which feels to me as a response to our modern society with a lack of attention and a constant craving for stories of misery. It does succeed at delivering that, but in my opinion becomes overly contrived very fast.… Expand

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frankiep86Nov 23, 2017

Being a huge fan of both McDonough and McDormand's work, I was truly looking forward to this film. And I tried to like it. But the structure felt contrived and the logic nonexistent. Great performances but stylistically the film did notBeing a huge fan of both McDonough and McDormand's work, I was truly looking forward to this film. And I tried to like it. But the structure felt contrived and the logic nonexistent. Great performances but stylistically the film did not seem to know what it was. A bit all over the place and I found myself uninvested in the characters.… Expand

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zedzdedJan 29, 2018

awwww man, the first half was amazing but the second half.... well i could barely watch it. way to squander what was a great idea. Great performance from Frances McDormand but I just started to lose compassion for her half way through whenawwww man, the first half was amazing but the second half.... well i could barely watch it. way to squander what was a great idea. Great performance from Frances McDormand but I just started to lose compassion for her half way through when she continuously did spiteful and nasty things with no justification and absolutely no repercussions. That coupled with the 1 dimensional rendering of the redneck racists and stupid cops just left a bad taste in the mouth. Also cheesy voiceovers from dead people... no thanks.

I think the deer scene was the moment for me when this one jumped the shark. If you're going to have CGI in your movie, it better be absolutely flawless. If it looks like a badly lit cut out or a glitchy render then you have shattered the illusion of reality and every minor flaw becomes magnified in scrutiny.… Expand

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DanilJan 25, 2019

Pretentious over-hyped Oscar bait with terrible script, good cast and no ending.

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ospreyFeb 5, 2018

I loved In Bruges and also love all the performances in this movie but that is all I can say that is possitive about this laughably terrible movie. I can't understand where all the rave reviews are coming from. Nothing in this movie ringsI loved In Bruges and also love all the performances in this movie but that is all I can say that is possitive about this laughably terrible movie. I can't understand where all the rave reviews are coming from. Nothing in this movie rings true and the overall message is lost on me. If it was meant to be funny it fails completely. None of the characters are believable or likeable and within about 20 minutes I was groaning at all the actions and dialogue. Really atrocious, so shocking as I was expecting a great movie from all the buzz and praise this movie was getting. Some parts, like the voice over of one of the characters reading letters made me wonder how they convinced this actor to read these lines at all. Baffling!… Expand

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misterpJan 13, 2018

There are few good scenes in this otherwise cartoony, pretentious, and sloppy movie. The script is flat and shortchanges the audience by presenting a lead character with interesting challenges and then going nowhere. This movie is not worthThere are few good scenes in this otherwise cartoony, pretentious, and sloppy movie. The script is flat and shortchanges the audience by presenting a lead character with interesting challenges and then going nowhere. This movie is not worth seeing. The movie is about 99 percent on the intelligence level of the Dukes of Hazard, which is ok if you are looking for entertainment, and 1 percent like the Coen Brothers. Go watch the Dukes of Hazard or the Coen brothers and skip this movie that is a lost mess.… Expand

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EPMDJan 21, 2018

Not an enjoyable movie. Everyone is angry, very angry. The police are incredibly offensive. There is no subtlety to their bad guy behaviour. Actually, the whole movie lacks subtlety. There are characters who do bad things and face little toNot an enjoyable movie. Everyone is angry, very angry. The police are incredibly offensive. There is no subtlety to their bad guy behaviour. Actually, the whole movie lacks subtlety. There are characters who do bad things and face little to no consequences. The dentist scene alone just made my eyes roll. Anyone doing what the main character did in that scene loses all sympathy from the audience. Bottom line: I am amazed that this is winning awards.… Expand

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mlleshaj2Dec 3, 2017

Over plotted and tone deaf. This movie tried to achieve a balance of pitch black humor and tragedy but really wasn't effective at either. I am kind of shocked as it has received some of the best reviews of the year. It was an all aroundOver plotted and tone deaf. This movie tried to achieve a balance of pitch black humor and tragedy but really wasn't effective at either. I am kind of shocked as it has received some of the best reviews of the year. It was an all around disappointment that would have been better off focusing on just Mildred (Frances) and less on trying to make the grotesque cops likable in any way.… Expand

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TeruttDec 14, 2017

Not good. First, I am a fan on in Bruges, so had high hopes. But this movie is a dud. Characters are not real or believable. Let’s be honest, when foreigners try to make a movie about the American middle and lower classes, they don’tNot good. First, I am a fan on in Bruges, so had high hopes. But this movie is a dud. Characters are not real or believable. Let’s be honest, when foreigners try to make a movie about the American middle and lower classes, they don’t understand it and get it wrong. The director writer has a very odd and inaccurate view of America ans Americans. Cops throw people off a roof? Nothing happens to them. A woman goes to a school and kicks a couple of teenagers in the crotch in front of other parents? Nothing happens. Person gets horribly burned and in intensive care? A few days later he is hanging out in bars. Full of incongruent moments. Peter Dinklage as a gimmick character who is totally pointless to the plot or movie. Not as clever or as funny or as tragic or as real as it thinks it is. Lazy screenwriting, same old director tricks from his other movies. Was glad when it finally ended, it is a chore to sit through.… Expand

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cirkomiknaApr 21, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This movie feels severely overrated to me. It's just not good. People just love the main character for some reason, and I don't understand why. McDormand may be a good actress, but that's no reason to like the character. She's insufferable, and you have to stick with her for the whole film. Unlike characters like the Joker, who are just so evil that you can get some distance, I could not get distance from that character. She's just an ass, but there's also no character development, so she just stays like that the entire film, at the end she even considers to kill someone. The racist cop is even worse. He's not only insufferable, but also stupid. And then for some dumb reason, he goes through a redemption arc. Am I supposed to believe that? They act like he changed, but then he suggests to go kill a guy that may or may not be a rapist. He's probably still a racist pig, but after his redemption, he speaks with a very quiet and hoarse voice, so we know he's changed. Very subtle.

There are a bunch of side characters that add nothing to the story, they are only there to get screwed over. Especially the ad boy and the sherrif. The ending is probably the worst thing of the movie. It just ends in the middle of the story. There's no conclusion at all. If that's supposed to be artistic, then call me an artist the next time I leave work unfinished.… Expand

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ScraperMar 4, 2019

Three Billboards talks about three billboards for ages and they're not all that shocking and only mildly interesting to begin with - hammering its title-turned-premise into submission. The first forty minutes is a dense, blue-gray daze withThree Billboards talks about three billboards for ages and they're not all that shocking and only mildly interesting to begin with - hammering its title-turned-premise into submission. The first forty minutes is a dense, blue-gray daze with dialogue that is far too snappy to be rural Missouri. I assume the next hour is the same way because I did not make it after that. It would've taken an alien attack ala Ridley Scott to redeem this absolute bore.… Expand

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arash22Feb 17, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Ebbing Redemption When I saw the reactions to this movie the score, I was like man this is the one, finally after a long time here is a perfect movie to enjoy. Especially it is a movie from Martin McDonagh who brought us In Bruges which I couldn't stop watching it over and over for a while, and Frances McDormand? God this is going to be gooood, so I got the movie, scenes passing one by one, the acting was great the music was great the shots was great as I expect it, but the story was going the wrong way. I couldn't believe things were going on in ebbing, out of nowhere everyone become such a goodie-goodie. Oh my god, the movie lost everything even really good acting specially by McDormand and Rockwell was lost. I couldn't believe them anymore. I think McDonagh wasn't even there when they made this or he was but he was dead drunk the whole time. Come on people look at Ebbing and learn how to erase hate from your hearts, come on people look at this poor old lady who suffered so much of her daughters death and she is the only one who cares, so she decided to become Rambo and waste everyone, but suddenly by that stupid fire scene she decided not to and become a good person and start loving people more. Dixon, the stupid racist looser cop who happen to be gay too, in a matter of seconds just by reading that letter find the way of becoming a better person and a good detective and the only thing he has to do is to sit in a bar and wait for the killer to come and sit near him and confess, after that he have to become Wolverine and take DNA sample in the stupidest way possible or should i say not possible. Woody Harrelson character kill himself so not to ruins everything up like every other character in this movie, I think all the characters should have done the same. I am shocked by foolishness in writing, lots of holes in script, what was that little gay doing in this movie? Is he here just because he is friend with director? Why all the hot girls must be stupid? Why the night they were on a date in that restaurant her x-husband should be there to? Why... Don't waste your time on this movie like I did instead go and watch In Bruges again or Olive Kitteridge just to see what are this people in this stupid movie capable of.… Expand

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Petrocelli1960Dec 30, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This movie is full of plot flaws, stereotypes and bad writing. A police officer throws someone out a window (in front of the new chief of police) and in not arrested. The main character kicks two high school students in the groin and is not arrested. There are a whole series of subplots that go nowhere. Skip it.… Expand

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BroyaxJan 11, 2021

Mouais, je crois bien qu’on se fout de notre gueule dans ce film… j’ai d’ailleurs cru à l’une des (mauvaises) blagues souvent habituelles des frères Coen, voire à une tarantinade en version courte, c’est-à-dire un peu (moins) bavarde etMouais, je crois bien qu’on se fout de notre gueule dans ce film… j’ai d’ailleurs cru à l’une des (mauvaises) blagues souvent habituelles des frères Coen, voire à une tarantinade en version courte, c’est-à-dire un peu (moins) bavarde et prétentieuse que d’habitude. Mais il n’en est rien, car on doit ce film de panneaux publicitaires à un autre gugusse en fait !

Même si Frances McDormand, excellente actrice au demeurant, a souvent joué pour les Coen, il est vrai et donne un vrai souffle à ce film qui s’avère en fin de compte une caricature totalement imbécile… à l’insu de son plein gré, bien sûr. Sans oublier le non moins excellent Sam Rockwell dans le rôle de ce flic bien taré (il collectionne les rôles décalés, il faut bien le dire, c’est même son fonds de commerce !).

Quoi qu’il en soit, on navigue ici dans les eaux troubles du pathos à deux dollars, un pathos poussé au maximum du ridicule… et de la caricature. Alors que ça se veut très « sérieux » et « grave »… avec pourtant quelques scènes d’un comique aussi inattendu que très appréciable du coup ! alors, on ne sait plus si c’est du lard ou du cochon…

En tout cas, ça se traîne un peu trop et les quasi-deux plombes peuvent en témoigner, Votre Honneur ! d’autant que c’est « illustré » par une espèce de musique country de chiottes qu’affectionnent les routiers avinés dans ce trou perdu du Missouri, ce qui rend le film bien pénible.

L’incrédulité domine ici sur tous les points, en compagnie du pathos sans nuance et des personnages pas crédibles non plus, lesquels font n’importe quoi et se retrouvent les uns les autres comme par hasard dans des situations téléphonées et pas crédibles pour deux centimes de dollar à crédit. Pas une vraie comédie, pas un authentique drame… ni un savant mélange des deux, ces « Panneaux de la Vengeance » se concluent de surcroît sur une pirouette encore plus ridicule que tout le reste.

Heureusement que quelques scènes sont drôles et que les comédiens assurent parce que sinon on aurait zappé cette connerie sans tambour ni trompette. La curiosité aidant, on le finit malgré tout… mais on aura vite oublié ce pétard mouillé en définitive !… Expand

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MysticDingoAug 8, 2018

SJW trash. The movie is filled with tons of little virtue signals, and is completely unrealistic and a jingoistic look at the south and southerners. Total dumpster fire. This movie was a big disappointment from the director of "In Bruges."SJW trash. The movie is filled with tons of little virtue signals, and is completely unrealistic and a jingoistic look at the south and southerners. Total dumpster fire. This movie was a big disappointment from the director of "In Bruges." Talking about taking a DNA sample from every baby boy that gets born for the day that boy grows up and breaks the law then "we got em!" which of course assumes that every boy will grow up and become criminals. The only reason that this movie gets a 2 is because most aggregate review sites throw out 0's and 1's.… Expand

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newenglanderDec 21, 2017

I kept waiting for this movie to end. The story was going nowhere fast and quite a few characters were not believable. The only character that was interesting to watch was the mother of the dullard cop. What was the point of this movie? II kept waiting for this movie to end. The story was going nowhere fast and quite a few characters were not believable. The only character that was interesting to watch was the mother of the dullard cop. What was the point of this movie? I didn't laugh, I didn't cry, I didn't get emotionally invested. Also, the casting for some characters was atrocious! Why would that 19 year old girl be with that unattractive older guy? Why would the rapist throw a rabbit figurine in the gift store? I know these were subplots but it starts to get exasperating to watch such foolishness.… Expand

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americaneagleFMay 13, 2018

This movie was not a good reflection on someone who has suffered a great loss. Taking your anger out on other people, is a little ridiculous. The One scene where the woman, commits a gruesome act on her dentist, was a show stopper for me.This movie was not a good reflection on someone who has suffered a great loss. Taking your anger out on other people, is a little ridiculous. The One scene where the woman, commits a gruesome act on her dentist, was a show stopper for me. that is where I lost all respect for this movie.… Expand

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jhepDec 29, 2017

NO SCRIPT.....material that is all over the map and can't decide what the film is really about....."Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman" with a really bad head cold !...the waste if good cast....sorry to see Sam Rockwell and Frances MacDormandNO SCRIPT.....material that is all over the map and can't decide what the film is really about....."Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman" with a really bad head cold !...the waste if good cast....sorry to see Sam Rockwell and Frances MacDormand desperately attempting to breath some life and credibility into this chaotic, self-important wannabe "edgy" mess....and what's with extravaganza of profanity and four letter words ?....I started to feel I was at a frat party with a lot of teenage boys who couldn't hold their liquor !… Expand

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ChrisTodDurDec 10, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Went to see Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, and I am COMPLETELY baffled by the critical acclaim for this film. What am I missing here? The film is an utter mess.

The movie is about a mother who seeks to find answers to her daughter's murder by placing three billboards up that demand the local chief of police for answers. The problem there is, the billboards lead only down a country road that hardly anyone drives, so I don't understand why there's such a fuss. When the news stumbles across the billboards and makes it top story on the 6pm news, all hell breaks loose.

The film is filled with too many characters that any one character cannot be fleshed out enough to have any kind of sympathy for them. There are characters in the film, like Peter Dinklage's "James," who just appear to be convenience plot breaks and do nothing, really, to help the plot. And there are characters and situations in the film that are so ultra-violent that you wonder why there weren't arrests made (for example, one scene involves a man who throws another man out of a second floor window in broad daylight, yet he was not arrested for it).

In one scene, the billboards are set ablaze, and the lead character just pulls out this massive fire extinguisher in her car - as if everyone drives with one. In another scene, one supporting character is burned very badly and ends up in the hospital - in the exact same room as the guy whom he threw out of the window! That character, in the very next scene, ends up in a bar - wait, wasn't he just all bandaged up and in the hospital? - and just happens to be there at exactly the same time as someone whom he thinks is admitting something that could possibly end the whole case. The whole movie is just preposterous. It's also very racist, homophobic, misogynist, and ultra violent.

I also do not see how it could be considered a comedy, with heavy topics as rape, murder, suicide, revenge, and the above mentioned racism, homophobia, and misogyny.

WHY is this movie getting critical acclaim???

Is the acting good? Sure - but when isn't Frances McDormand, Sam Rockwell, Woody Harrelson, Lucas Hedges, Caleb Jones, John Hawkes, and Peter Dinklage good? It's not their faults. It's the script that is a mess - from the beginning to the end.

UGH! I really wanted to like this movie. I didn't like much of it at all. I'm giving it a generous 4/10 - I really want to know WHY critics and audiences are liking this movie. There isn't really much to redeem it.… Expand

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qMar 14, 2018

Disgraceful, dark movie full of filthy language, disrespect, violence, inappropriate sexual relationships, and characters too cartoonishly vile to be believable. Only a few characters--probably not coincidentally African-American--seemed toDisgraceful, dark movie full of filthy language, disrespect, violence, inappropriate sexual relationships, and characters too cartoonishly vile to be believable. Only a few characters--probably not coincidentally African-American--seemed to be imbued with any modicum of decency in an otherwise totally dystopian community. I suspect the writer of this sordid swill is some pseudo-intellectual snot who decided to reveal in his screenplay his despicable prejudice against and contempt for what he thinks rural white Americans are like. I have been alive for quite a few years, and I have yet to come across any people so irremediably repulsive as the characters in this film are. The movie is a slog through a sewer. Nothing more.… Expand

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Cancer714Feb 2, 2018

Years from now people will scratch their heads over how this contrived cornball of a movie became a critical darling. The English Patient was utterly sublime in comparison. Its politically correct idiocy is so heavy-handed that it seemsYears from now people will scratch their heads over how this contrived cornball of a movie became a critical darling. The English Patient was utterly sublime in comparison. Its politically correct idiocy is so heavy-handed that it seems like a Lifetime movie with lots and lots of cussing and ridiculous violence. Frances McDormand does her usual spectacular job of playing Frances McDormand and stands a good chance of nabbing another Oscar for, that's right, playing Frances McDormand.… Expand

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SadiemarietrappMar 18, 2018

This won an award! Terrible show.....save your money, I want back 2 hours of my life!

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travis_bickle7Mar 27, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. such a pity to see Martin McDonagh fall from a decent level in "in bruge" to "seven psychopaths" and then land on such a disaster called three billboards.
no characters, there are no justifiable explanations for what people in this movie do, i mean why on earth would she burn the police station?! seriously?
this is just the tip of the iceberg in this absolute nightmare.… Expand

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KenRNov 4, 2018

These days when many people see Awards being dished out to movies they begin to think twice about their worth, in much the same way as when advertisers spend up BIG to tell us their product is the BEST on the market - you can often expect aThese days when many people see Awards being dished out to movies they begin to think twice about their worth, in much the same way as when advertisers spend up BIG to tell us their product is the BEST on the market - you can often expect a cop-out. With Francis McDormand heading up the cast you might expect the Cohen Bros may have been somewhere in the wings to push it along – in fact, this work offers many of the depressing earmarks of some lesser Cohen productions (maybe that’s partly why the Academy selected it?) The overly sensationalistic mix contains all the ingredients that one could cram into a plot filled with a continuous succession of near-impossible coincidences (not to mention some perverse PC agenda pushing) With little or no character development and too many stretched situations - we are taken through a series of shocking actions that would land anyone committing just half of them, in jail or would have the local community after the perpetuator’s blood! - but no, our ‘hero ‘Francis violently assaults school kids, dentists, and near anyone she feels like with few saying little more than boo. The local police (an unconvincing bunch of simplistic stereotypes) bash people near to death in broad daylight, and this is all taken as just another day in a town where every inhabitant tends to be on the edge of a mental meltdown. There’s basically no-one the viewer can emotionally identify with or support – unless they too, are on the loopy side of Mental Health Denial. Add to the above, a lazy writer determined to create a swear fest - where all the foulest of outright mean language is paraded - in an attempt to out-shock any that’s gone before. This is somewhat juvenile trendiness in the extreme.

Any viewer bright enough to see beyond a manipulative piece of exploitation - will see this pretentiously overrated concoction for what it is. And for those who attempt to excuse this as “black humour” - it’s just so ‘simplistically’ dark as to be virtually invisible. While it attracted a lot of people to the ticket box, it’s obvious from the Huge amount of viewer feedback - published here, etc; many of these audiences were bitterly disappointed and would like both their time and money back. The end credits thank the local inhabitants for their co-operation but, I somehow doubt many would welcome them back - given the image painted of them! Lol.… Expand

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mikevoidJan 5, 2019

Just bad, not worth your time! It's really really really really really really really really really bad.

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