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Bandits

1997·Movie
1h 50min
69
GoodGoodWatch score

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Striking style, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Adrenaline5
  • Fast Pace5

Heart

Nostalgic and romantic

Much of it is about family.

  • Nostalgia8
  • Romance7
  • Catharsis7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy3
  • Dark Humor3

World

History, a real life story, and crime

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability6
  • Dialogue Centrality5

Craft

Standout performances

  • Acting8
  • Direction7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout score

  • Music Composition9
  • Music Centrality9
  • Cinematography7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensThought-Provoking

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About

They always wanted to be famous – they never knew they’d be wanted

Four female cons who have formed a band in prison get a chance to play at a police ball outside the walls. They take the chance to escape. Being on the run from the law they even make it to sell their music and become famous outlaws.
Iconic BiopicCrime DramaMusical HeritageFemale EmpowermentHistorical ImmersionTragic Rise and FallPowerful Vocal PerformanceSocial Injustice Narrative

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Bandits

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Where can I stream Bandits legally?

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Is Bandits worth watching?

69
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 6.4, Rotten Tomatoes 88%, and Metacritic 53). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Bandits rated?

ViolenceStrong languageDrug use

Content advisories: violence, strong language, and drug use.

How long is Bandits?

1 h 50 min

Bandits runs 1 h 50 min.

Is Bandits based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Bandits?

Critics71
Audiences72

Yes. Critics average 71 and audiences 72 out of 100, so both groups see Bandits much the same way.

What language is Bandits in?

German

It was made in German. Produced in France, Germany.

In how many countries can I watch Bandits?

4ATCHDEFR

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Bandits in 4 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Bandits use?

The HeartMutual KillFlashed-Badge HijackOdd CoupleBank RobberyChekhov's Skill"The Reason You Suck" SpeechLove TriangleGenius DitzChekhov's GunmanBatman GambitThreesome Subtextand 29 more

TV Tropes lists 41 storytelling tropes for Bandits, including The Heart, Mutual Kill, Flashed-Badge Hijack.