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We're No Angels
1989 106 min United States of America PG-13 16+
★6.1
Comedy, Crime
Director: Neil Jordan
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Description
Two escaped cons' only prayer to escape is to pass themselves off as priests and pass by the police blockade at the border into the safety of Canada.
Budget:
$20M
US Gross:
$10.56M
Starring
Robert De Niro
Actor
Sean Penn
Actor
Demi Moore
Actor
Key opinion
We're No Angels is widely viewed as a thoughtful, lighthearted, yet philosophically curious blend of crime and comedy that explores faith and redemption. While critics appreciate the chemistry between leads Robert De Niro and Sean Penn, opinions vary significantly on the film's success as a comedy and the overall impact of its script.
| Acting | Sean Penn provides the film's emotional anchor, with his nuanced, lyrical performance widely considered the standout of the production. | |
| Theme | The film successfully balances its comedic premise with deeper, non-didactic questions about faith and the nature of miracles. | |
| Direction | Neil Jordan’s direction effectively marries the crime and comedy genres, creating a cohesive, well-crafted atmosphere. | |
| Originality | The premise of criminals posing as monks is criticized by some as derivative or unoriginal, while others find the storytelling execution compensates for the predictable setup. | |
| Acting | Robert De Niro’s performance is polarizing; some viewers find him cunning and nuanced, while others describe his portrayal as flat or jarringly inconsistent. | |
| Humor | The film's humor is a point of contention, with some praising its light, clever wit, while others find the jokes lacking or underwhelming. |