← Back to results
Savages
2012 131 min United States of America R 18+
★6.2
Crime, Drama, Thriller
Director: Oliver Stone
📖 Based on the novel
«Savages»
byDon Winslow
Trailers
Description
Pot growers Ben and Chon face off against the Mexican drug cartel who kidnapped their shared girlfriend.
Budget:
$45M
US Gross:
$47.38M
Worldwide:
$82.97M
Starring
Aaron Taylor-Johnson
Actor
Taylor Kitsch
Actor
Blake Lively
Actor
Awards
7 nominations total
Key opinion
Savages is a polarizing genre-blend from Oliver Stone that splits viewers between those who enjoy its stylish, violent energy and those who find the plot hollow and the characters unconvincing. While the performances from a star-studded cast are a frequent point of contention, the film's visual flair and exploration of primal themes keep it engaging for some despite its significant runtime.
| Cinematography | The film utilizes a highly stylized visual aesthetic that effectively captures the raw, violent atmosphere of the drug trade. | |
| Screenplay | The narrative structure and character motivations suffer from a weak, derivative screenplay that fails to elevate the simple premise. | |
| Acting | Opinions on the cast are starkly divided: some find the performances from Del Toro and Hayek to be highlights, while others label the ensemble as miscast or lacking chemistry. | |
| Runtime | The 130-minute runtime is a frequent target of criticism, with many viewers feeling the pacing is sluggish and burdened by excessive, irrelevant scenes. |