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On the Run

1999·Movie
1h 34min
59
DecentGoodWatch score

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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Breakneck and tense

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace9
  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics8
  • Pathos5
  • Melancholy4

Humor

Some dark humor and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor6
  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy3

World

Everyday modern life, crime, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Novelty6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography7
  • Sound Centrality7

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About

When you least expect it, destiny comes knocking on your door...

Albert is an introverted travel agent living a lonely life in New York. When Louie, his best friend from childhood, appears having just escaped from prison, Albert's quiet existence is permanently disrupted. what ensues is one long, crazy night in New York that will change both their lives forever.
Gritty Urban ThrillerUnlikely FriendshipOne Wild NightCharacter-Driven DramaNew York City SettingCrime & ConsequencesIntense PacingLife-Altering Events

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Is On the Run worth watching?

59
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 6.2 and Rotten Tomatoes 60%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is On the Run rated?

ViolenceStrong languageDrug use

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

How long is On the Run?

1 h 34 min

On the Run runs 1 h 34 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on On the Run?

Critics60
Audiences62

Yes. Critics average 60 and audiences 62 out of 100, so both groups see On the Run much the same way.

What language is On the Run in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Portugal, United States, France.