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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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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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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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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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ALAMLEDPJan 19, 2023

In Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, Martin McDonagh tells the story of Mildred Hayes (McDormand) who, seven months after the brutal murder of her daughter, rents out three dilapidated billboards to publicly shame the local policeIn Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, Martin McDonagh tells the story of Mildred Hayes (McDormand) who, seven months after the brutal murder of her daughter, rents out three dilapidated billboards to publicly shame the local police department, headed by Bill Willoughby (Harrelson), for their lack of progress in the investigation. The billboards spark public outrage and the tensions between Mildred, Willoughby, and fellow officer Jason Dixon (Rockwell) escalate as motivations become blurred and emotions boil over. The film is a powerful, emotionally heavy and darkly humorous exploration of grief, rage and the blurred lines of morality. The writing is exceptional, the performances are outstanding, and the cinematography is beautiful. Overall, Three Billboards is a must-see film that will have you questioning your own beliefs and emotions.
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En Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, Martin McDonagh cuenta la historia de Mildred Hayes (McDormand) quien, siete meses después del brutal asesinato de su hija, alquila tres vallas publicitarias en ruinas para avergonzar públicamente al departamento de policía local, encabezado por Bill Willoughby (Harrelson). ), por la falta de avances en la investigación. Las vallas publicitarias provocan la indignación pública y las tensiones entre Mildred, Willoughby y su compañero Jason Dixon (Rockwell) aumentan a medida que las motivaciones se vuelven borrosas y las emociones se desbordan. La película es una exploración poderosa, emocionalmente pesada y oscuramente humorística del dolor, la ira y las líneas borrosas de la moralidad. La escritura es excepcional, las actuaciones son sobresalientes y la cinematografía es hermosa. En general, Three Billboards es una película imperdible que te hará cuestionar tus propias creencias y emociones.… 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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PatFlores2003Apr 29, 2022

Spectacular movie, the performances are excellent, the cinematography is amazing, the editing is well done and the direction, production and script done. Without a doubt, this movie should have won the Oscar for Best Picture, it's better thanSpectacular movie, the performances are excellent, the cinematography is amazing, the editing is well done and the direction, production and script done. Without a doubt, this movie should have won the Oscar for Best Picture, it's better than The Shape of Water, in fact it won two Oscars for Best Actress (Frances McDormand) and Best Supporting Actor (Sam Rockwell) and as I said it should have won Best Picture and should have won Best Original Screenplay as well. It is the first time I saw the film and I really liked it for its black comedy, the script and the performances in general, without a doubt the best film of 2017. I recommend it to all moviegoers because NOW IS THE TIME.… 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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javierrivanoMar 21, 2022

Awesome movie, it has been a long time since I have been thinking of the movie for weeks, definitely recommend it, specially if you are bored of the cringe repetitive marvel blockbusters like I am

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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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FilipeNetoJan 23, 2022

This is an undoubtedly tense film, in which the story of an unsolved murder serves as the backdrop for a much deeper and more elaborate drama, in which the victim's inconsolable mother seeks, by all means, to force the police to seriouslyThis is an undoubtedly tense film, in which the story of an unsolved murder serves as the backdrop for a much deeper and more elaborate drama, in which the victim's inconsolable mother seeks, by all means, to force the police to seriously investigate what happened to his daughter. It's not the first film where the police are seen as villains, but it's far from being a lighthearted film, with friendly heroes and execrable villains. The film strives to create and highlight the nuances of the plot and each of the characters.

I remember perfectly that this film was one of the heavyweights of the 2018 Oscars, and one of the great candidates for the Oscar for Best Picture. It didn't win the statuette, nor a good part of the nominations received, but it left the Dolby Theater with two awards in important categories: Best Actress and Best Supporting Actor. Personally, I believe that the film would also have been a fair deserving of the award for Best Original Screenplay, since the differential of the film, for me, is to give us a script with an elegant and well done story, with drama and depth, and in that each character deserved a close look and an interesting development. The biggest problem with this incredible script turns out to be, in fact, the open ending and the feeling that it doesn't give the audience the conclusion they expect to see. It's not about wanting a happy ending... it's just about wanting an end point and not just ellipses.

In the wake of the story of the unsolved crime and the billboards, we observe the tense relationship and mutual misunderstandings between mother and daughter, and the way that mother feels remorse for the way she acted with her murdered daughter. We see how the police want to act, but they can't for lack of evidence, for being forced to follow the law and not being able to simply arrest everything and everyone or treat each one as a suspect. We see how honest and potentially good men can be lost if they do not have an opportunity to improve their conduct, and how there are indeed people who are committed to their work, despite the criticism they receive. And we see how, at times, the voice of the people can be more caustic and unfair than any other.

Martin McDonagh is a new director, who many didn't know well before this film. I had seen one of his films before, "Bruges", and he really improved a lot, not only as a director, but even as a screenwriter. Frances McDormand presents us a complete, intense, committed and powerful performance, which holds us from beginning to the end. Needless to say, it was probably her life's greatest work, and that it would be an injustice of titanic proportions not to reward it fairly, as it did. But she doesn't carry the film alone: Woody Harrelson is also very good here, in a difficult character that gives the film an added density. He also gave us, in this film, the best of himself. But even more powerful and intense is the work of Sam Rockwell, an actor I've never seen work at this level, and who was truly impressive in the way he grabbed the character and gave it body and density. The film also has satisfactory collaborations with Peter Dinklage (an actor who was not always treated well in the films he was in, despite being very good at what he does) and Caleb Jones.

Technically, the film is truly a quality parade. Let's start by looking at its elegant cinematography. With an exquisite work of filming and very well executed, the film has excellent colors, sharpness, framing and makes the best use of the beautiful filming locations where it was made. I especially enjoyed some shots at dusk, where the sunlight gives the scene a poignant nostalgia. The editing was equally well done, and the cuts are not even felt. The sets were very well done and are full of details, and I would highlight the police station or the store where Mildred works. Finally, we have to talk about the soundtrack, sad and introspective, signed by Carter Burwell, and the wise inclusion of the song "Last Rose of Summer" by the incredible voice of Renee Fleming, the icing on the cake in those opening scenes.… Expand

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lucybarnJan 2, 2022

Great movie! Oscar was deserved! Frances McDormand and Woody Harrelson are amazing! One of the best movie of 2017. The director Martin McDonagh produced a incredible drama. I recommend this movie.

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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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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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PanchogulApr 11, 2021

Impresionante historia, es desgarradora y triste con oportunos toques de humor y sarcasmo que ayudan a que las cosas no se sientan tan dolorosas ya que la actuación de Frances Macdormand es increíble, su tesón y lucha por la justicia son deImpresionante historia, es desgarradora y triste con oportunos toques de humor y sarcasmo que ayudan a que las cosas no se sientan tan dolorosas ya que la actuación de Frances Macdormand es increíble, su tesón y lucha por la justicia son de otro planeta, transmite tantos sentimientos que te llegan directamente al núcleo junto con el jefe de policía con una enfermedad terminal que pese a su breve participación, transmite empatia y esperanza mientras que Dixon hace un personaje complejo y evolucionado, pasa de ser el patán insufrible a ser una luz de esperanza para Mildred y logran unirse por una causa en común.… Expand

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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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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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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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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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geewahJan 9, 2021

One of 2017's finest movies.
The blend of comedy, tragedy in what is at times an absurd envrionment is done with aplomp.
Must see, even if it's just for McDormand's performance.

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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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FilmanwaltDec 17, 2020

Thriller, drama, comedy all rolled into one. This film is narrative, directing and acting at the highest level.

You experience so many emotions, experience so many approachable character moments and look at a really authentic film. FrancesThriller, drama, comedy all rolled into one. This film is narrative, directing and acting at the highest level.

You experience so many emotions, experience so many approachable character moments and look at a really authentic film.

Frances McDormand, Sam Rockwell and Woody Harrelson play on an unbelievable level, especially the first two mentioned are a stunner.

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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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ConairOct 19, 2020

A super relevant story told through ultra-offensive, morbid, vile humor. McDormand gives a lovely performance as always, and guides us through her world of pain and redemption.

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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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LegitSaltMay 6, 2020

This movie is very well cast and is still high in star power. Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri is faced with a very difficult task; the movie must present its heavy subject matter in a way that neither obscures the piece’s value norThis movie is very well cast and is still high in star power. Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri is faced with a very difficult task; the movie must present its heavy subject matter in a way that neither obscures the piece’s value nor makes too light of the content. The movie handles issues like discrimination, vigilante justice, and sexual assault with much care. This said, amidst cancer, arson, and rape, the movie has a heart and brevity, it isn’t all sticks and stones. As was mentioned previously, the cast of characters all feel authentic and bound within the town of Ebbing. They give well-oiled performances, but Frances McDormand especially portrays a tortured mother, someone so filled with grief and hatred that she comes off as ruthless and inhuman. Despite her initial outward appearance, McDormand’s character, like many of the others in the film, is deeply multi-faceted and is constantly struggling to balance the many of life’s challenges thrown her way. The shot composition, score and cinematography were all well done and fitting, but the writing and casting make this movie as good as it is.… 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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keanexFeb 18, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A stunningly told story of a mother's lust to uncover who killed and raped her daughter, and the struggles of small town pushback as she puts the police force on blast with three billboards. A story of revenge and redemption with excellent acting by all involved. It's a tense movie that's near perfect. I very much enjoyed this.… 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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DMLYxCriticDec 28, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, is a compelling tour-de-force about grief and redemption. The performances in this movie are great, and I would like to single out Sam Rockwell and of course, Frances McDormand for giving this film the necessary acting chops. Truly, their performances are one of a kind. One of their bests. Woody Harrelson was also great, although he left the screen early. The story was well-written, despite numerous plot holes. The dialogue, however, if not superb, was amazing, at best. The cinematography is also a bonus. Truly one of the greatest films of the year 2017.… 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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mathewreviewerJul 14, 2019

Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri is a film directed by Martin McDonagh known for other great films like Seven Psychopaths and In Brudges. The film came out on 2016 and has been regarded as a cult classic ever since. It tells theThree Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri is a film directed by Martin McDonagh known for other great films like Seven Psychopaths and In Brudges. The film came out on 2016 and has been regarded as a cult classic ever since. It tells the story of Mildred, a mother of two whose daughter had been murdered and raped; as there is a lack of interest from the local police on the murder of her daughter she decides to take justice in her own hands and push the police to restart the investigation in the form of three billboards with messages against the chief of the town. Little does she know that everything will go off the rails from there….

The movie on itself is a pretty worthwhile experience, there is plenty of good acting, specially from the main leads played by Frances McDormand (in probably her best performance to date) and Sam Rockwell. Their characters, despite having differences on their perception of justice, manage to deliver a solid and believable hate relationship that evolves in such a natural scheme that you find yourself astonished on how almost perfectly everything plays out for them at the end of the film. There is always a feeling of unpredictability to it, you never know where the story is going to go, you could certainly say that most of the movie is composed of plot-twists but it is mind-blowing to know that they don't feel forced at any moment as the story progresses with a pretty light pace without feeling over-stuffed during its whole runtime.

The technical aspects are breathtaking, McDonagh proves to be a masterful director once again with a familiar story that takes a bizarre approach to its subject matter. There is plenty to enjoy from masterful directing to a beautiful soundtrack composed of country and classic music that turn Three Billboards into a remarkable craft. Motherhood, vengeance, redemption and regret are only a handful of the themes touched in Three Billboards. The emotional parts hit you hard most of the time because everything about it feels so authentic, it is an amazing work of passion. Conclusion: Three Billboards is probably the best movie to come out on 2017 and its impact will remain as one of the most heartbreaking black comedies of the decade, the conflict feels real and the characters, the heart of the film, make it worth a watch.… Expand

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HVajkMay 6, 2019

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

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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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BrunoVn00Mar 31, 2019

One of the best movies of 2017 and my personal favorite movie of that year. Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri is a cinematic masterpiece, with a thrilling, exciting, heartbreaking story about a mother that tries to seek justice forOne of the best movies of 2017 and my personal favorite movie of that year. Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri is a cinematic masterpiece, with a thrilling, exciting, heartbreaking story about a mother that tries to seek justice for the unresolved murder of her daughter. The directing, cinematography and script are top notch, with some great camerawork and wonderful dialogue with some genuinely funny lines. Also add the incredible performances by Frances McDormand, Sam Rockwell and Woody Harrelson and you get a recipe for an almost flawless movie. The acting is definitely the best of this movie and what really helps to make it the amazing movie this is.

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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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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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CoKronakanJan 26, 2019

This felt like another emotional roller coaster with great emotional value and great humor and funny jokes. The actors where as perfect as perfect gets. The emotional scenes where just simply a masterpiece and they delivered the feelings ofThis felt like another emotional roller coaster with great emotional value and great humor and funny jokes. The actors where as perfect as perfect gets. The emotional scenes where just simply a masterpiece and they delivered the feelings of sorrow, love, vengeance and anger in such a meaningful and artistic way. The director's style and choice in cinematography is simply something Iv'e never seen before. Fresh and very well executed. The movie is such an entertaining piece and it keep the tension high all the way through with it's amazing unforeseen events and turns that it depicts the struggle of real life perfectly. The shadiness and lies and every single detail was outstandingly executed. The characters are just so perfectly written and acted and such complex personalities with profound moral codes that it is hard to even start to comprehend yet still believable, because it strongly reflects the reality to much. The emotional power this movie has is just amazing. The music also helped the impeccable immersion and tension. The situations our main characters are presented with and interacting with each other are often grotesque. But the humor and funny situations are very well delivered as well. I honestly had gags in one minute and tears in my eyes the other minute. It's literally like a lifeline of emotional overwhelming project. Overall it's an amazing movie which it's a must watch if you can stomach the drama genre. It was always a 10/10 masterpiece but the conclusion and ending was a bit lack luster which cut right before the apex of the events. None the less the message is clear and strong visiting true problems in the world. AMAZING!!!!… 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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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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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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M3TAmeatDec 5, 2018

I like the actor selection for Three Billboards Outside Ebbing. Maybe it was the wright mood, when i saw this film or it was really that good. After the first trailer, my thoughts were on an entertaining movie with a harsh mood. But it cameI like the actor selection for Three Billboards Outside Ebbing. Maybe it was the wright mood, when i saw this film or it was really that good. After the first trailer, my thoughts were on an entertaining movie with a harsh mood. But it came so much more that I actually want to give a 10 out of 10.… Expand

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Vitor007Sep 2, 2018

Brings us the view that serious crimes, such as rape (as in the film) are not always resolved, and as a result generates the revolt. Makes us feel in the shoes of someone who lost a friend or relative, it's gone so bad. Shows the ability toBrings us the view that serious crimes, such as rape (as in the film) are not always resolved, and as a result generates the revolt. Makes us feel in the shoes of someone who lost a friend or relative, it's gone so bad. Shows the ability to take the law into their hands. Shocking. 9.4/10… 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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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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CTHReviewsSep 11, 2018

Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri is a fantastic film about anger and how people deal with it. But weirdly enough, it often times takes it in a humorous way, which weirdly works.

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EgeBerkSep 11, 2018

Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri I found this name to be ridiculous and long when I first heard it, but I did not realize that I did not watch the movie yet, but when I first heard the movie, I already announced the Oscar nominationThree Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri I found this name to be ridiculous and long when I first heard it, but I did not realize that I did not watch the movie yet, but when I first heard the movie, I already announced the Oscar nomination and there were many beautiful comments I knew it was quite popular so I watched this movie while watching it and knew it would be already beautiful and it was nice and successful than I expected

3 billboards I was very interested in the movie went very well I actually admired the most favorite event scenario about this movie in one word is quite intelligent and unusual scenario that the movie is so beautifully combined with the name of movie that it is not not to be not admirable.

the acting are not only the leading actors but they have already proven themselves in the oscard I have admired the acting roles of the side roles so everyone has done the work very well that we have to thank everyone passing through in this movie.

I think that the oscar winner should be the ladybird before I watch this movie but I can not decide right now I appreciate both of you equally great movie thanks.… Expand

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CyanureaAug 27, 2018

The Flannery O'Connor comparisons are apt. Filled with both the best and worst of human nature and brilliant wit. Tremendously well written. Angry, stark, ultimately hopeful with one sentimental slight of hand.

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sanyrubAug 26, 2018

Engaging film full of heavy stuff carried in some of the most bearable ways, with fantastic characters played by equally fantastic actors. The leading role is one of the strongest of the year, a woman who desperately seeks justice and revengeEngaging film full of heavy stuff carried in some of the most bearable ways, with fantastic characters played by equally fantastic actors. The leading role is one of the strongest of the year, a woman who desperately seeks justice and revenge for her daughter´s death. The film reflects the many flaws of our society and leaves us thinking about the different possibilities and the many things in life we can do to take one direction or the opposite. Also, that very often, things are left unresolved and one has to live with it. Homophobia, racism, cruelty, hypocrisy, and many other sides of human beings are tackled here. And not one main character is left out of that. Especially interesting the arc for one of the police officer´s character, played by Sam Rockwell. Frances carries the film perfectly too as only she knows. It doesn´t feel like something especially new or artistic, but it wins us with its unpredictable nature and entertainment value.… Expand

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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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Luke_SantaAug 14, 2018

What a incredible film, easily one of the years best! McDormand, Rockwell and Harrelson give performances of a lifetime, as well as a amazing supporting cast. Its funny, sad, powerful and unpredictable. Go do yourself a favor and watch thisWhat a incredible film, easily one of the years best! McDormand, Rockwell and Harrelson give performances of a lifetime, as well as a amazing supporting cast. Its funny, sad, powerful and unpredictable. Go do yourself a favor and watch this if you haven't seen it. Easily going to feature in my top 10 films of the year for 2018.… 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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SKSKAug 8, 2018

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lurkerrrJun 26, 2018

The sad story about how hate can destroy life, mental health, society and affect just random people around. Being let out from the cage, it is going to override any human intentions and morph them into something completely different. PeopleThe sad story about how hate can destroy life, mental health, society and affect just random people around. Being let out from the cage, it is going to override any human intentions and morph them into something completely different. People change, thoughts, ideas, everything is getting reshaped by hate and being unleashed it can never fully controlled anymore, neither its consequences.… Expand

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Alex0001Jun 10, 2018

Фильм очень хороший и явно лучше формы воды немного хаочитный юмор хороший но ему нет места в драме во всём остальном фильм шикарен просто невероятеннФильм очень хороший и явно лучше формы воды немного хаочитный юмор хороший но ему нет места в драме во всём остальном фильм шикарен просто невероятенн

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mrafrotastic00Jun 2, 2018

Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri: Sam Rockwell, an outstanding actor, has finally discovered a masterpiece that conveys how brilliant he is; this is the moment he wins an Academy Award. Starring: Frances McDormand. Woody Harrelson.Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri: Sam Rockwell, an outstanding actor, has finally discovered a masterpiece that conveys how brilliant he is; this is the moment he wins an Academy Award. Starring: Frances McDormand. Woody Harrelson. Sam Rockwell. Directed by Michael McDonagh. 100/100. "Every great film should seem new every time you see it," said the late Roger Ebert, a film critic from the Chicago Sun-Times. "Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri" might be a difficult title to remember, but the movie will be unforgettable for audiences. This is a morbid comedy that will sting people with its banter and heartbreak. "Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri" is definitely a film that deserves Oscar recognition. Michael McDonagh has created an instant classic with an original plot and an excellent ensemble. In light of the pervasive profanity and violence, "Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri" is one of the most creative films this year. The story focuses on Mildred Hayes, a depressed mother who is portrayed exceptionally by the wonderful Frances McDormand, who avenges her daughter's murder by advertising the negligence of the local police department. McDonagh, screenwriter and director, writes the screenplay with sarcastic wit and touching unpredictability. "Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri" should receive a nomination for the category of the best original screenplay. Furthermore, "Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri" includes an awesome cast. Frances McDormand has a high chance of receiving an Oscar nomination this year. Woody Harrelson is superb as Chief Willoughby, a content sheriff in Ebbing. Sam Rockwell is a revelation as Deputy Jason Dixon, an acrimoniously racist, unsophisticated officer; Rockwell is magnificent at mixing humor and drama together in his performance. Viewers will witness portrayals from Peter Dinklage, Abbie Cornish, John Hawkes, etc. Audiences won't be disappointed by the movie, especially the actors and actresses involved. In conclusion, "Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri" is a film that is relevant to this era. If "Get Out" wins over this film in any category, I will laugh at a consistent rate; "Get Out" was marvelous, but it is incomparable to this movie. From the ravishing scenery to the uncertain finale, "Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri" is a portrait that captures society with purpose and provocation. Like the exemplary Roger Ebert said above, I have a feeling that Ebert would've loved "Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri."… Expand

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wevertonaguiiarMay 22, 2018

Talvez por causa do McDormand, a Three Billboards me lembrou um pouco Fargo: outra comédia sombria sobre assassinato e justiça na pequena cidade americana. Quando Roger Ebert viu Fargo pela primeira vez, ele escreveu: “assistir a isso éTalvez por causa do McDormand, a Three Billboards me lembrou um pouco Fargo: outra comédia sombria sobre assassinato e justiça na pequena cidade americana. Quando Roger Ebert viu Fargo pela primeira vez, ele escreveu: “assistir a isso é experimentar prazer cada vez maior, quando você percebe que os cineastas assumiram riscos enormes, fugiram com eles e fizeram um filme que é completamente original e tão familiar quanto um filme ou um sapato velho." Assistindo a Three Billboards, me senti exatamente da mesma maneira.… 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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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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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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BeastJ18Apr 25, 2018

Best film of 2017 in my opinion. The BAFTA, Golden Globes and SAG awards got it correct, however, the Academy Awards missed out.

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TheQuietGamerApr 21, 2018

Honestly this whole thing succeeded because of Frances McDormand. What really gives the story it's power is how well we are able to connect with her character. On top of being so well-written, McDormand's performance is what makes "MildredHonestly this whole thing succeeded because of Frances McDormand. What really gives the story it's power is how well we are able to connect with her character. On top of being so well-written, McDormand's performance is what makes "Mildred Hayes" so believable and sympathetic. That best actress award was completely deserved.

To me the movie was really about anger. We see the effects of it's festering and learn that the only way to get past some of it is to show empathy and actively try to move on. Although Three Billboards leaves it up in the air as to whether or not it is something we will ever be able to truly escape. Almost every character here is tragically flawed in some way. While McDormand is most certainly in the lead, the problems the rest of the characters are experiencing provide for a more compelling and morally complex dilemma the people of Ebbing find themselves in. McDonagh has no problem diving right into the dangers of human ignorance and hatefulness. Something that gives the film it's powerful and poignant dramatic edge.

Speaking of writer/director McDonagh, you can really feel his background as a playwright running through every aspect of Three Billboards. Sometimes there were scenes that I could truly see unfolding directly before me in a live performance onstage. It was as if I was almost experiencing the different acts unfolding as if in a performance theatre. This being a film though, the action unfolds in such a way that makes it feel more like real life as opposed to the more obvious simulation of one we get when we watch plays.

Not everything is gloom, doom, and all around seriousness in this movie. One thing that really surprised was how outright hilarious it can be. Mildred Hayes' sharp tongue and Sam Worthington's performance as a dimwitted cop allow for plenty of laughs. Their back-and-forth rivalry provides the comedic backbone of the film. It's a surprisingly naughty little movie at that as well. Vulgar and violent in ways that come across as a little kid having fun trying out his first dirty words. McDonagh proves unafraid to get with some of that more politically-incorrect humor. But rather that just indulging in it for the sake of doing so, he uses it as a way to show just how ignorant small southern towns can be. This is coming from somebody who has lived in a few.

You know, I don't think Caleb Landry Jones gets enough credit for his performance in this movie. He was actually my favorite side-character in here and despite having something of a smaller role his appearance was one of the more memorable aspects for me. But anyways, watch this movie. It's really fantastic and has a way of tickling your funny bone, punching you in the gut, and grabbing your heart all in a little under two hours. It deals with stuff that is very real and McDormand's performance needs to be seen.… Expand

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NinteundoApr 21, 2018

The way this film takes a very serious subject and turns it into a hilarious film shows how much talent went into making it.

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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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PipeCApr 19, 2018

A canonical class on character development, performances and direction. A game-changer. I have just witnessed one of the— narratively speaking —more intense feature films ever, one that, surprisingly, doesn't require Parisian landscapes orA canonical class on character development, performances and direction. A game-changer. I have just witnessed one of the— narratively speaking —more intense feature films ever, one that, surprisingly, doesn't require Parisian landscapes or delicate photographs to be the most effortlessly acidic film offer in a very long time, one incorporating a really powerful drama and a delicious caustic black humor, putting you as a voyeur of the pain of others, a depraved buy purgative activity.

The leading role of " Fargo" wonderful actress Frances McDormand, which will surely lead her name to global media focus, she expels strength, even when her heart is broken into hundreds of pieces. This impetuosity is precisely the agent allowing an almost instantaneous connection from the first scene on the road, that imperfection, remorse and feeling, seeking vindication in such emotional ways that announces the establishment of a new Ellen Ripley, for indie-drama genre, her brave nature, supported on the grief of a mother, stirs up a sensational feeling from which the film drinks on several times to achieve an unbeatable narrative cadence. The second great discovery is underestimated-actor Sam Rockwell. Rockwell returns with a worthy-recognition role, a really big one, Dixon, an alcoholic sheriff who doesn't frequent good manners, an arrogant policeman who doesn't care to pass over the world to be victorious. Needless to say, this actor executes one of the most powerful moments of the film at the hands of his character. Last, but not least, is a not-remotely-unusual player, as most of his performances get to touch the overwhelming, the really overwhelming. Willoughby is a police chief who failed to fully resolve a murder and rape crime, moreover, he's outweighed by repercussions that cause the three billboards of the protagonist and a life-or-death decision, here a controversial debate rises up, to confront a dreaded fatal fate. A huge praise deserves some set-pieces pushing beyond the mettlesome narrative development. The film is rich in sequences that transmit by means of the pictures, and although it's almost impossible to avoid spoilers, it can be said that such strong points are distributed proportionately between the scenes where supporting and leading characters are involved in other words, between sequences that don't focus only on the bad-ass protagonist, even though, indirectly, all the moves lies on her. A mother, two local sheriffs, flames, explosions, love affairs, three billboards on deep-scarlet background and serious lettering, a surly dentist and a hired murderer are the ingredients used for the construction of a film which is based on its potent and articulated screenplay.

The score is brutal. From the start, I have considered musical accompaniments as key pieces for the success of transmission of emotions, of truth; A filmmaker must get to most possible resources to make sense of the specific and general purposes of the story, so I personally think that a simple melodic structure supports fabulous acting and creative task. Carter Burwell, who curiously had also worked with Mr. McDonagh in "Seven Psychopaths", has behind him gold scores of the stature of "Carol", "Anomalisa" and "Mr. Holmes"; Now, he reappears with full hands through compositions that are rightly coupled with the most heartfelt moments of the film, His score for this story express, on many occasions, more than pictures, because from masterful and harmonic sounds he transmits grief, tribulation, intractability and madness accompanying the characters, while potentiates his chances to opt for the coveted golden man. We will have to keep a close eye on this New Yorker, as he insinuates being the next monster producing excellent soundtracks for deep films thanks to his undeniable talent.

"Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri" written and directed by Martin McDonagh will make history in my review Watchlist as the first motion picture in which I didn't evaluate technical or visually artistic aspects, which clearly are executed in a beautiful, crude and stunning way, however, I haven't considered them as a fundamental part because this film is purely story and characters. I was skeptical about a true audiovisual production mustn't be made up of visual, narrative and creative art, however, this work has shown me that art can be conceived by putting some components a greater importance than others, but finally, they are all there. A blistering catharsis led by top-notch performances and a glorified direction, this film is the most human, poignant, shocking and coherent drama I have seen in a long time, a major achievement for cinematographic narrative that reveals the potential emergence of a feasible writing maestro, while it serves as a magnet to unite a hugely talented group of people who make the film what it is.… Expand

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bbrmoraesApr 15, 2018

I really enjoyed the experience of watching Three Billboards. If you want a movie that express all the feeling in yourself, congratulations, because we have a winner. It's funny, depressive, sad, distressful and lot of more hide feelings.I really enjoyed the experience of watching Three Billboards. If you want a movie that express all the feeling in yourself, congratulations, because we have a winner. It's funny, depressive, sad, distressful and lot of more hide feelings. Everything in this movie happened in right time with a right solution, even if it's a joke or a tragedy. We can say that Three Billboards is the best movie of 2017, for sure. Francis McDormand and Sam Rockwell, with the support of the directing by Martin McDonagh, made an outstanding perfomance that wont be forgot too soon. To finish, i believe and i hope the movie is going to enter in the list of best classic movies of all time.… Expand

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eva3si0nApr 10, 2018

One of the best movies of 2017. I did not see so realistic and live cinema long ago. At some moment begins to seem that it and not invented story, and the most this life. And the most important is end of history. There is no happy end, all asOne of the best movies of 2017. I did not see so realistic and live cinema long ago. At some moment begins to seem that it and not invented story, and the most this life. And the most important is end of history. There is no happy end, all as in life. I wish Martin Makdonakh still great success more to remove movies.… 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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OscarOrNotApr 1, 2018

Best movie of 2017, shape of water wouldnt make my top 5 to be honest. It was a good movie but the hype was absurd.

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FarhanFirozMar 30, 2018

One of the boldest movies of 2017 with a riveting plot and moving performances from the whole cast which makes u sit edge of your seat till the end. Martin's script balances dark humor and tragedy very well

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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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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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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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madmal69Mar 21, 2018

Excellent film, with breathtaking performances by Frances McDormand, Woody Harrelson and Sam Rockwell. Every single scene kept me at the edge of my seat. Simply, flawless, in every single way -- and one of the best films I have personallyExcellent film, with breathtaking performances by Frances McDormand, Woody Harrelson and Sam Rockwell. Every single scene kept me at the edge of my seat. Simply, flawless, in every single way -- and one of the best films I have personally seen in a very long time.… Expand

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hijosdelsiglo20Mar 19, 2018

Best film seen in many years. A perfect balance of tragedy, humanity and a pinch of humour. The plot is thought-provoking, the actors are brilliants. All in all, an modern classic.

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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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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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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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wafflereviewsMar 10, 2018

The entire cast of Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri give some of the best, if not the best performance of their careers in this roller coaster of a film. It's intense, it's emotional, it's funny, it's dramatic, it's ridiculous, it'sThe entire cast of Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri give some of the best, if not the best performance of their careers in this roller coaster of a film. It's intense, it's emotional, it's funny, it's dramatic, it's ridiculous, it's touching, and most of all it's @!#%ing excellent. The story never stops moving, and it just gets better with every moment. It pulls you in and doesn't let go until the credits roll, and you won't be able to stop thinking about it. This film has started 2018 off with a bang. I don't want to say much more because I won't give away any plot details. Just see it. Stop reading this and see it.… Expand

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calligraphy1019Mar 9, 2018

Best movie, characters, script, I've seen in a long time. Actually believable and full of humor. Loads of unexpected twists and turns. Would highly reccommend this movie to anyone!

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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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haw2991Mar 6, 2018

The actors in this film, particularly McDormand, are superb. The film can be extremely brutal and depressing at times and then out of the blue- quirky/funny. Not a perfect film but definitely a must-watch.

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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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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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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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bigscreen454Mar 4, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This was one of my favorites for best picture in the Oscar race. I wasn’t sure what to expect from this film but I’d say I like the main character Mildred’s determination to solve her daughter’s police case. It’s essentially about a woman very upset at the cops. A no-nonsense mother who really wants to get the job done and will stop at nothing. It contains probably one of the best movie scenes about burning down a police station, ever. At the end of the film, I think the director could have gone further and I would have liked a good 'ol hand to hand fight between the mom and her daughter’s killer. The film kinda leaves the audience hanging at the end for a real resolution.
This was an impactful film but thankfully not too impactful. Every filmmaker has an obligation not to make any film too real, otherwise, we would have every mother burning down every police station because of their failure in solving actual crimes and a focus on speeding tickets.… 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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ViniciusBritoMar 1, 2018

Movies with simple stories, told with a non-simple way pleases me very much. The way it shows how tenuous is the line between what you hate and you can become is amazing, the ambiguity that the character have is an exemplification of all ofMovies with simple stories, told with a non-simple way pleases me very much. The way it shows how tenuous is the line between what you hate and you can become is amazing, the ambiguity that the character have is an exemplification of all of us, of how difficult is to keep ourselves whole in a world that surprise us every minute.
The acting and the script combined is what make this movie what it is, every character have his moment and a moment that show that every action results in a reaction, each people can react in a way and have different perspectives ate situations.Frances Macdormand plays a complex character, a broke person, sensitive for what she been through in her recent life, all the problems, the feel of guilt and unrighteousness that surround her. At the same time she is tough and rough, passing a strong image, from belief and from someone that would do anything for what she think is right, not letting anyone do sh*t to her.. Even that, this make she looks kind of who she hates in some moments.Woody Harrelson also does a phenomenal job, his character can make people be on his side or against him, isn't a unilateral movie, you can understand his side or you can think that he is lazy. His character have a impact that affect, causing a react in a lot of characters in the movie, each one having a different reaction and possibly changing the attitudes.Sam Rockwell have a great whole and a great character development, his character is possibly the one that have the best twist, his interpretation is great making you believe in what's going on with the character.
The soundtrack ins beautiful, putting you at the moment, and doing a great job in letting you down or excited with what is going on.
Everyday we are about to do a bunch of choices, one day we can do good and in the other no that much, just like the characters we are all ambiguous.
This is a rough movie, that gonna make you think some good stuff, a must much definely.… Expand

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caf2042Mar 1, 2018

Was Three Billboards a great Film? You Betcha...... I’m sorry. Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri is the new film from Martin McDonagh, the excellent director of In Bruges. This is a Fargo-esq black comedy about a woman who takes onWas Three Billboards a great Film? You Betcha...... I’m sorry. Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri is the new film from Martin McDonagh, the excellent director of In Bruges. This is a Fargo-esq black comedy about a woman who takes on her local town over the death of her daughter. Francis McDormand gives possibly her best performance as the single mother of the murdered girl. Sam Rockwell is excellent, and gives maybe my favorite supporting performance of the year. Actually, most of the performances are excellent. Also, the movie goes in a lot of unexpected and fantastic ways that I didn’t expect. Definitely a highlight of 2017.… 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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Jes1310Feb 28, 2018

Great movie, that has this "coen" feeling to it. Its dark humor, sudden violence and funny characters, reminds me of Fargo.
Frances Mcdormand does a great job, but also Woody Harrelson and the others actors are great. Amazing how a darkGreat movie, that has this "coen" feeling to it. Its dark humor, sudden violence and funny characters, reminds me of Fargo.
Frances Mcdormand does a great job, but also Woody Harrelson and the others actors are great. Amazing how a dark comedy like Billboars touches on so important issues, with such ease and intelligence.
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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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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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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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TheRussianatorFeb 26, 2018

Martin McDonagh continues his streak of great movies after In Bruges and Seven Psychopaths. Once again, the smart script and great talent both behind and in front of the camera makes this hard-hitting drama an amazing experience which willMartin McDonagh continues his streak of great movies after In Bruges and Seven Psychopaths. Once again, the smart script and great talent both behind and in front of the camera makes this hard-hitting drama an amazing experience which will likely please everyone… Expand

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KurebFeb 25, 2018

My favourite movie this year. Complex plot, unique characters, and astounding performances.

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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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amehannaFeb 22, 2018

With the Oscars around the corner, it’s a race against the clock as all the Best Picture contenders make their way to the silver screens worldwide in order to be exhibited in front of an audience. This week, Martin McDonagh’s tragedy of theWith the Oscars around the corner, it’s a race against the clock as all the Best Picture contenders make their way to the silver screens worldwide in order to be exhibited in front of an audience. This week, Martin McDonagh’s tragedy of the human condition Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri made its way to the Lebanese box office.

A minimalist plot that follows Mildred Hayes, played by Frances McDormand, as she makes a bold move, painting three signs leading into her town, the film’s namesake, with a controversial message directed at William Willoughby, played by Woody Harrelson, the town's revered chief of police. Things only get worse, when Willoughby’s second-in-command Officer Dixon, palyed by Sam Rockwell, an immature mother’s boy with a taste for violence, gets involved.

Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri is an allegory to what happens when human beings are pushed too far.

Starting with Mildred Hayes, who is dealing with her daughter’s unsolved murder, the town of Ebbing’s non-dis, a French term meaning the things we bury deep within ourselves, begin to boil over and get exposed.

The film’s power comes from its masterful screenplay and multifaceted characters.

Written by McDonagh, the narrative explores what happens when rage can’t be calmed. As the tension mounts, the film delves into themes of division, anger and moral reckoning.

All of these ideologies and Mildred’s emotional quest are contrasted with the film’s dark comedy, a hefty challenge to any writer…but this is why the film is so memorable.

The overall tone of the film fits into an almost Greco-tragedy structure, where the characters simply fall victim to their ever-growing hatred.

The dialogue is both stylistic, almost Shakespearean at times, all the while being grounded and realistic, which brings a certain rawness to the narrative and the actors’ performances. It’s not a tale of smoke and mirrors or holier than thou attitude, on the contrary – the film is the uncensored, flawed, ugly, yet somehow hopeful truth.

Yes, the film has garnered some attention due to it taking on the subject of a young girl who was raped and murdered and how that affected the town she was from, while balancing racism, and bigotry – but the film is about way more than that.

Visually, the film transforms the fictional town of Ebbing into a town so vivid it is almost real.

Cinematographer Ben Davis gives the town a very claustrophobic yet charming feel, ensuring that camera movement and frames that are minimal yet emotionally striking. In a strikingly beautiful scene between Mildred and a deer, all elements merge together in a heartbreaking symphony of sound and image.

This is the epitome of what Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Missori is all about.

This is not a film about the technicalities, nor about the spectacle of cinema – it is a film about human nature, about characters, about society, life’s hardships, and how people reel with anguish over loss, unfairness and the resistance to change.

Featuring some of the most powerful performances of 2017, Three Billboards brings together an Oscar-worthy ensemble that deserves every bit of praise they are receiving.

Francis McDormand takes on an almost John Wayne-esque role as the grieving mother without regret who decides to take on and test the very fabric of Ebbing, Missouri. “She is more in the tradition of the Spaghetti Western’s mystery man, who comes walking down the center of the street, guns drawn, and blows everybody away,” said McDormand when talking about how she took on the role of Mildred.

It’s rare when films of this nature come around and when they do they grant the audience with a cathartic experience that challenge the viewer and leads to potential discourse about hate, intolerance, and the true meaning of humanity.… 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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