A small-time conman wants to avenge the murder of his partner by conning the rich banker behind his friend’s killing. For his revenge, he seeks help from a big-time conman and the way they set their traps for their target with their immaculate planning calls for an interesting viewing.
Language:
English
Running Time:
129 mins
Rating:
PG
Release date:
25 December 1973
Directed by:
George Roy Hill
Produced by:
Tony Bill
Michael Phillips
Written by:
David S. Ward
Starring:
Paul Newman
Robert Redford
Robert Shaw
Music by:
Marvin Hamlisch
Shot by:
Robert Surtees
Editing by:
William Reynolds
Distributed by:
Universal Pictures

What’s Hot

  • The enthralling screenplay explaining in detail the con-work of the con-men, the way they set the trap for their target makes this a winner!
  • The way the duo goes about making its plans wistfully explains the intelligence of George Hill-David Ward’s combination in penning this.
  • Paul Newman’s effortless acting and the Brad Pitt-like Robert Redford’s supporting role elevate the power of the characters the makers have created for the main leads.
  • Some interesting twists thrown around here and there offer ample scope for getting the ‘Aha!’s from viewers.

What’s Not

  • The target they go behind is huge and a failure would have had serious repercussions and that makes the reason for their taking such a huge risk seem a bit unconvincing.

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Verdict

Verdict Stamp

Sting it does, like a bee!