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Driven
2019 113 min Puerto Rico, United Kingdom, United States of America R 18+
★6.5
Thriller, History, Crime
Director: Nick Hamm
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Description
FBI informant Jim Hoffman lures troubled automobile magnate John DeLorean to an undercover sting for cocaine trafficking.
Worldwide:
$147,172
Starring
Jason Sudeikis
Actor
Lee Pace
Actor
Judy Greer
Actor
Key opinion
Driven is a technically polished period piece that successfully captures the aesthetic of the 1970s and 80s but suffers from a superficial narrative. While the performances and comedic tone provide light entertainment for some, most critics find the film fails to provide meaningful insight into the complex reality of John DeLorean.
| Production | The film excels in its authentic recreation of the 70s and 80s through strong production design, costumes, and period-appropriate scenery. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay feels derivative and cliché, failing to offer a fresh perspective or deep insight into its historical subject matter. | |
| Acting | Performances are inconsistent, with some viewers finding the lead actors lack the necessary charisma to portray the historical figures convincingly. | |
| Humor | The film’s tone is subject to debate; some appreciate it as a lighthearted, comedic crime caper, while others find the comedic elements trivialize the dramatic potential of the story. |