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quincytheodoreMar 12, 2016

Grimy and unapologetically brutal, yet a bit too sporadic and fragmented for its own good.

In the spirit of creating authentic heist movie, "Triple 9" incorporates plenty of tactical strategy, gangland shootout and visceral treachery. ItGrimy and unapologetically brutal, yet a bit too sporadic and fragmented for its own good.

In the spirit of creating authentic heist movie, "Triple 9" incorporates plenty of tactical strategy, gangland shootout and visceral treachery. It opens with rapid pace, and only able to maintain it partially due to too many erratic subplots which barely sync with each other. The actors do a respectable job on creating a sense of urgency, yet most of the characters are one dimensional and not entirely likeable.

Michael Atwood (Chiwetel Ejiofor) is a former special force forced to do Russian mob's bidding, meanwhile Chris Allen (Casey Affleck) is a detective recently transferred into the town. They will eventually cross path while Jeff Allen (Woody Harrelson), Chris' uncle in investigating a particular heist. The whole scene is bogged down with intricacy and it becomes problematic to tell many perspectives smoothly.

Actors deliver an intentionally crude depiction of shady or tired men, each of them has relative portion of screen time and they use it well. With the addition of Aaron Paul, Anthony Mackie and Norman Reedus, this is a solid crew, but it sometimes stumbles on the narratives. Direction would wallow too much on certain subplot without creating any investment.

The problem is their struggles, with the kid, job or family, are not easily approachable, especially since it tries to include multiple backstories and authoritative jargon. There are a few good moments, but these are standalone showcase. The continuity and build up are sketchy, this also includes the main point of views of Michael and Chris, which makes the movie feels lacking in term of the main leads.

It shines best under stress of gunfire and explosion. The action just feels like they are trained and choreographed with precision, even the bits where characters would stumble or react accordingly in the site. Blood and shot carry their weight nicely. Recent action movies like John Wick or Equalizer tell their stories with style, but this kind of razor blade authenticity is equally refreshing.

"Triple 9" has a raw muddy grit for the action, unfortunately it applies to the narrative as well.… Expand

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Jack97May 5, 2016

Triple 9 has good performances from the whole cast, it's well made and the action sequences are entertaining. However it is really slow and really boring. It wants you to care about our main characters but it doesn't give you enough for youTriple 9 has good performances from the whole cast, it's well made and the action sequences are entertaining. However it is really slow and really boring. It wants you to care about our main characters but it doesn't give you enough for you to grasp onto. I liked the opening scene and the end heist, but the long stretch in-between just drags on and on and on to the point of frustration and yawning.… Expand

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Jess_HillMar 6, 2016

This is a Heat/Sicario wannabe which misses the mark. The performances are solid, and the concept is intriguing, but the execution is lacking. You never develop any affection for the characters, meaning the moments which are meant to beThis is a Heat/Sicario wannabe which misses the mark. The performances are solid, and the concept is intriguing, but the execution is lacking. You never develop any affection for the characters, meaning the moments which are meant to be emotional hits fall flat. This feels slow, in spite of the action, and the cast are under-utilised. A disappointing film. 4.67/10… Expand

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LamontRaymondFeb 26, 2016

I'd say the Metascore is pretty close to right on the money for this film. It's fun, you get to see a bunch of really good actors letting it all hang out in this noir-ish playground. It's not high art, but you'll definitely be entertained.I'd say the Metascore is pretty close to right on the money for this film. It's fun, you get to see a bunch of really good actors letting it all hang out in this noir-ish playground. It's not high art, but you'll definitely be entertained. No idea why Winselt chose this part, but hey, it's a check. Casey Affleck shows yet again why he's the more talented actor in the family.… Expand

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TVJerryMar 5, 2016

A crew of dirty cops gets caught in a web of threats from the mobster that hired them (led by an almost unrecognizable Kate Winslet). This is one of those gritty, violent. hard-edged films that's more about atmosphere than content. The strongA crew of dirty cops gets caught in a web of threats from the mobster that hired them (led by an almost unrecognizable Kate Winslet). This is one of those gritty, violent. hard-edged films that's more about atmosphere than content. The strong cast (Aaron Paul, Anthony Mackie, Casey Affleck, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Norman Reedus, Woody Harrelson) seems to be enjoying all the tough talk, but the plot does sometimes get murky and predictable. Speaking of...this film is so dark that it's practically shot in silhouette. While nothing about this film is outstanding, it's a solid entry into the genre.… Expand

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EpicLadySpongeFeb 26, 2016

Money was made to complete Triple 9. Then again, I could give Triple 9 a triple 9, but something's so catchy it fails doing that part. Decently enjoyable at some parts, Tripe 9 should've been better.

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LeZeeJun 24, 2016

Combination of wrong path and untrustworthy troop.

This should have been the Holywood's bad boys film. I mean the big cast names are expected like the earlier films of QT, or especially like 'The Departed'. There were many who dropped outCombination of wrong path and untrustworthy troop.

This should have been the Holywood's bad boys film. I mean the big cast names are expected like the earlier films of QT, or especially like 'The Departed'. There were many who dropped out of it for various reasons prior to the production commence, although this cast did a great job. In my finding I blame for the screenplay. It was a good story, but the first half was not very interesting compared to the next half, which was so brilliant, especially towards the end, mind blowing.

It was a multi starrer film, only that's much I know, but I kind lazy to count how many were there because I thought it was a modernised and an improvised cop version of the 'Ten Little Indians' theme. There's no evidence to prove that, it is just my theory. But seeing all the deaths and the conclusion, I felt the inspiration to the writer might have been possible.

From the director of 'Lawless' who aimed for another success, but received backfire from critically and commercially. Mixed response from the audience though. Definitely it will find its own fans in the days and years to come. The ladies had scopeless roles, so they're completely forgettable their existence the narration, except very often just appear to show the faces. But well made crucial parts, in all the action sequences which kind what back the films along with Casey and Harrelson's parts.

Like there is a saying, 'slow start, but ended strong', this film belongs to the same category. If you hold your patience for nearly 2 hours long, in the end you might feel after all it was not a bad flick. So not recommended to everybody, at a same time not suggested to skip it without properly knowing about it. P.S, the closing credit song, the remix version of 'Pigs' by Cypress Hill was awesome considering the theme of the film, I mean the corrupted cops, but felt the words were strong.

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GentM2015Jul 14, 2016

Triple 9 is a crime drama directed by John Hillcoat and written by Matt Cook. It surprisingly has some very big well known cast members, like Casey Affleck, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Anthony Mackie, Aaron Paul, Clifton Collins, Jr., Norman Reedus,Triple 9 is a crime drama directed by John Hillcoat and written by Matt Cook. It surprisingly has some very big well known cast members, like Casey Affleck, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Anthony Mackie, Aaron Paul, Clifton Collins, Jr., Norman Reedus, Teresa Palmer, Michael K. Williams, Gal Gadot, with Woody Harrelson, and Kate Winslet.
In TRIPLE 9, a crew of dirty cops is blackmailed by the Russian mob to execute a virtually impossible heist. The only way to pull it off is to manufacture a 999, police code for "officer down". Their plan is turned upside down when the unsuspecting rookie they set up to die foils the attack, triggering a breakneck, action-packed finale filled with double-crosses, greed and revenge.
I'm just going to start the review by saying what anyone who has seen the movie was thinking, (for the most part) it is extremely boring. It has such a convoluted plot that feels so muddled and just, unfortunately, uninteresting.
The cast members do a decent job, with the lead Anthony Mackie, who in my opinion was the best in this movie, as far as acting is concerned. Casey Affleck is fine too, but really nobody else brings their A game here as it is obvious as soon as you lay eyes on the movie.
The cinematography by Nicolas Karakatsanis is really nice though, I will give it that. But it is just not enough, as the movie fails on so many levels and has so many apparent flaws that just can't be ignored.
It has very few action sequences, especially for an "action" movie, but those few are actually very well handled by the director John Hillcoat. Especially in the middle of the movie when they're trying to catch a drug dealer of some sort. The ending is a total disappointment, overall I think it is a meh movie that had so much potential but very little to offer.… Expand

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badgerryan19May 19, 2017

The movie benefits from a lot of very good acting from pretty much everyone. The story wasn't necessarily original but it keeps your interest the majority of the film. But the movie has problems and it kinda feels like your watching twoThe movie benefits from a lot of very good acting from pretty much everyone. The story wasn't necessarily original but it keeps your interest the majority of the film. But the movie has problems and it kinda feels like your watching two movies at once. The detective/cop aspect and the dirty cops/thugs part of the movie.… Expand

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horrorliefhebApr 19, 2016

-Triple 9 is a 2016 American crime thriller drama film directed by John Hillcoat and written by Matt Cook. The film stars an ensemble cast featuring Casey Affleck, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Anthony Mackie, Aaron Paul, Clifton Collins, Jr., Norman-Triple 9 is a 2016 American crime thriller drama film directed by John Hillcoat and written by Matt Cook. The film stars an ensemble cast featuring Casey Affleck, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Anthony Mackie, Aaron Paul, Clifton Collins, Jr., Norman Reedus, Teresa Palmer, Michael K. Williams, Gal Gadot, with Woody Harrelson, and Kate Winslet. The film was released on February 26, 2016 in the United States by Open Road Films. In the United Kingdom the film was released by eOne. The film received mixed reviews; its plot was criticised by some critics, but its performances, direction, and cinematography were praised.

--Filming:

-Principal photography began on May 28, 2014 in Atlanta, Georgia. On June 5, filming took place the at St. Regis in Buckhead, Atlanta, with Winslet. Filming took place at Centennial Olympic Park Drive, Atlanta from June 23 to June 25, 2014. In early July, filming moved to Decatur, scenes were shot from July 9–12, 2014 in the 200 block of Kings Highway. Additionally stretches of Ansley Street and Kings Highway were also be used as establishing shots. Scenes were also shot on White Street, South East of Westview Cemetery, Atlanta. On July 17, 2014, a scene was shot in Atlanta with real paramedics, SWAT Officers and Police Officers along with the principal cast. Due to heavy rain, some scenes remained unfinished while shooting at Centennial Olympic Park, where filming again took place from August 5 to 6, 2014. After that, filming was wrapped.

--Critical response:

-Triple 9 has received mixed reviews from critics. On Rotten Tomatoes, the film has a rating of 53%, based on 133 reviews, with an average rating of 5.8/10. The site's consensus reads, "Triple 9's pulpy potboiler thrills don't quite live up to the ferocious talents of its cast, but the film's efficient, solidly crafted genre fun is often enough to balance its troublesome flaws." Metacritic gives the film a score of 52 out of 100, based on 41 critics, indicating "mixed or average reviews". On CinemaScore, audiences gave the film an average grade of "C+" on an A+ to F scale.

-Tom Huddleston of Time Out gave Triple 9 four out of five stars, positively comparing the film to Michael Mann's Heat. Huddleston praised the ensemble cast and concluded that the film is "carried off with brashness and momentum by a director who genuinely seems to be having a blast." Variety's Justin Chang was less receptive towards the film's narrative, but applauded its action sequences and wrote that the "result is a film that conveys the eerie sense of lying in wait for all its characters, and the paranoia is infectious, with at least two scenes certain to have viewers checking their car backseats upon exiting the theater.

-In a mixed review, Empire's Ian Freer gave Triple 9 three out of five stars. Freer praised the casts' performance, but criticized the film's screenplay and second half, surmising that "the interesting world of the film doesn't get the story it deserves." While praising Anthony Mackie's performance and Nicholas Karakatsanis' cinematography, Indiewire's Oliver Lyttelton criticized the film's narrative structure as unsatisfying, suggesting that "perhaps there's a longer cut out there... perhaps that cut led to a film that felt like it was actually about something." Alonso Duralde of TheWrap also panned Triple 9, in particular disapproving of the film's screenplay and third act. Duralde writes: "...(Triple 9) somehow managed to collect an impressively A-list cast on its way toward becoming a cop movie that's not just dumb, it's disastrous."… Expand

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InglouriousAndyMay 17, 2016

"Triple 9" is brutally boring and painfully uninteresting. The characters are lame but the actors are great. The story is recycled and does barely anything new.

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