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Summary: The Odd Couple
Review: Midnight Run is solid action comedy that has a fine cast, a clever and witty script, and confident director calling the shots. The film also was the first time that I remember tough guy Robert De Niro making me laugh.Bounty Hunter Jack Walsh (De Niro) is hired by the mob to bring in one of their accountants, Jonathan Mardukas (Charles Grodin), for stealing some of their cash. The cross country trip seems like easy money for Walsh, after all, how much trouble could an accountant be? Walsh soon discovers that he'd much rather have a bullet wound than put up with Jonathan, a germ-a-phobic neat freak, who's also affraid to fly. Soon the two men discover that the mob and the Feds are getting restless. FBI Agent Alonzo Mosely (Yaphet Kotto) and his team are traking them, as are the mafia's Jimmy Serrano (Dennis Farina) and Eddie (Joe Pantoliano). The team of De Niro and Grodin is just great, and harkens back to the chemistry between Lemmon and Mathau, in all of their work together. Grodin is the perfect foil for De Niro and vice versa. Extra Kudos to De Niro, as he underplays it all, until just the right moment. After which, you are sure he is really going to kill Grodin for real. The script by George Gallo is filled with enough laughs, action and close calls for two films. Directed by Martin Breast, Midnight Run is a fine follow up to Beverly Hills Cop, in the action comedy genre. As good as the film is, the DVD extras, left me disappointed. Aside from, a brief making of feturette and the theatrical trailer, there's not much else. Special edition anyone?. Still, if you want something to watch that will make you chuckle, then Midnight Run should fit the bill
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Summary: TOP NOTCH ACTION COMEDY!!!
Review: This is the story of a bounty hunter (De Niro) trying to get to LA with white collar criminal (Grodin) to collect a million dollar bounty. Unfortunately for him though, not only his bounty ann incessant pain in the ass but he's also got the mob, the Feds and another bounty hunter all trying to stop him collecting his pay check. Midnight Run is a rare gem, a top class action comedy with one of the most unusual screen "buddy" partnerships in cinematic history, which has sadly been somewhat overlooked by the majority of people and that's a great shame because it boasts great characters, great comedy, great action scenes, a wonderful plot and a brilliant script with stand-out performances from Dennis Farina, Charles Grodin and in particular Robert De Niro who proves what a great comedic (as well as character) actor he is. Expertly directed by Martin Brest, who directed Beverly Hills Cop (and Scent Of A Woman), this is in my opinion a much better movie than the much lauded Eddie Murphy movie and a must see, particularly if you are a fan of Robert De Niro. In fact it is so good I'd give the movie five stars if it weren't for the lack of extras on the DVD but (especially at a budget price) this is definitely one well worth adding to your collection.
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Summary: Perhaps the best "buddy" film ever made
Review: The story focuses on a man that has jumped bail named Johnathan "The Duke" Mardukas ( Charles Grodin). Mardukas is the ex-account of a Las Vegas mob boss named Jimmy Serrano ( Dennis Farina). The Duke embezzled millions of dollars from Serrano and gave it away to charity before being arrested. Eddie Marcone (Joe Pantoliano)is the bail bondsman that bailed The Duke out of jail. Marcone only has 5 days left, before the bond is forfieted and he is out $100,000. So he sends bounty hunter Jack Walsh (Robert DeNiro)to retrieve The Duke and bring him back. Unfortunately, Jimmy Serrano wants The Duke dead, and sends two hitmen to kill him. Not to mention the fact that the F.B.I. want to be the ones who bring The Duke to justice. If things couldn't get any worse, there is also a rival bounty hunter named Marvin ( John Ashton)who is trying to bring The Duke in himself. Now it is up to Jack to keep The Duke alive and in one piece, while avoiding Marvin, the FBI, and the two mafia hitmen that are hot on their tails. However, with The Duke constantly trying to escape Jack's custody, Jack begins to realize that he is in for much more than he bargained for. Midnight Run is without a doubt the best "buddy" film ever made. The reason is because Jack and The Duke's friendship takes the whole movie to develop. Nothing about their relationship is cut and dry. The Duke will do something to make Jack like him one minute, and then upset him the next with repeated escape attempts. The film also features the perfect mix of action and comedy as well. There are certain points in the film that are extremely funny and entertaining. The dialogue in this film is first rate. Then you are also drawn into the film because there are so many obstacles Jack and The Duke must overcome on their way to L.A.. There are tons of close calls in this film. The two mafia hitmen, the FBI, and Marvin the bounty hunter are all equally close to catching up with them. Robert DeNiro has had a lot of great performances. However, I still feel after all these years that his performance in "Midnight Run" is one of the best he ever gave. Charles Grodin manages to be just as good, and even better than DeNiro at times. DeNiro and Grodin's personalities are so different, that they end up making the perfect pair. After all these years, "Midnight Run" is still a favorite of mine. I have seen the film many times, and it seems to get better after each viewing. Overall, the film features first rate laughs, an action packed story, and great performances from DeNiro, Grodin, Dennis Farina, and Joe Pantoliano. This is definately a must own film. A solid 5 stars...
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Summary: FAST-PACED, WHACKY, A DAZZLING TALE OF FRIENDSHIP AND MORALS
Review: One of the funniest films ever made that still manages to hold up an engaging plot. A total winner. It features some of the most genuinely stupid and amusing tough guys in the history of cinema, and a tantalizing slow burn by Deniro, a shortchanged ex-cop, who just wants a peaceful little coffee shop as payment for his decency and integrity. The comic chemistry between Robert De Niro and Charles Grodin is top-drawer. Surrounded on all side by ethical infants, these two characters at least know the difference between virtue and vice, and are ironically the moral backbone of the film. Comedies that don't wallow in their humor are twice as much fun, and Midnight Run maintains a swift pace throughout. Situation-wise, it's a dynamo of action. I found the denouement to be quite moving as well, at the very least it provokes thought. If you're looking for a comedy with depth, bite, wit and excitement, then catch Midnight Run. The DVD's spiffy special features quite simply reinforce my recommendation of purchasing this one, not just renting.
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Summary: Midnight Run is the Best Buddy Movie of the 80's
Review: Midnight Run is one of those celluloid addictions. One viewing is just not enough, sooner or later it becomes a library movie, the kind where you've learned to memorize the supporting characters by name and anticipate the pithy dialogue so you can laugh along in time. Albeit laced with a slew of demonstratively foul language, the heart and soul of this film is the chemistry between Grodin and De Niro, its absolutely right on the mark, not a misstep or illogical development. Martin Brest directs with a madcap spirit of flight, veering back and forth between a delightfully angry Dennis Farina as the evil Jimmy Cerano and the hillarious bounty hunter Marvin Dorfla (John Ashton)who's also in pursuit of Grodin. Soon the FBI, mob, local police, and everyone else meet in Las Vegas for the entertaining climax. Cheers for this one from beginning to end, especially enhanced by a very effective score which builds wonderfully atmospheric tones by plucking a few guitar strings and letting them roll along with our dynamic duo. The very rarest of film, an action adventure that refuses to insult your intelligence, makes you laugh even while the guns are firing.
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Summary: This calls for a celebration!... I'll get some donuts.
Review: A bounty hunter is going for his final big score by bringing in a mafia accountant with only a five day window. That is the basic storyline to MIDNIGHT RUN. What happens along the way is what makes this one of the greatest comedies in the past 25 years. Martin Brest, director of BEVERLY HILLS COP again shows his ability to tell a great story mixed with comedy and action... and in some cases comic action. The film boasts a strong supporting cast including Dennis "Is this (...) #1"Farina, John "watch you cigarettes" Ashton, Joe "(...)" Pantoliano and Yaphet "I know I'm gonna have a heart attack" Kotto. All supported by great cross country cinematography and a rousing musical score by Danny Elfman (BATMAN, PLANET OF THE APES). But, the real thrust behind this road film is the relationship between the two leads, Robert DeNiro and Charles Grodin in stellar performances. This odd couple spends their time escaping from machine gun fire, stealing automobiles, jumping on and off trains, discussing Lyonnaise Potatoes and generally getting on each others nerves. The scene when they impersonate federal officers to pilfer 'counterfeit' bills from "RED'S" corner bar is one of the greatest comic scenes in history. "Are you doing the Litmus Configuration?"...Don't walk, run to see this wonderful film.
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Summary: Perhaps the best "buddy" film ever made
Review: The story focuses on a man that has jumped bail named Johnathan "The Duke" Mardukas ( Charles Grodin). Mardukas is the ex-account of a Las Vegas mob boss named Jimmy Serrano ( Dennis Farina). The Duke embezzled millions of dollars from Serrano and gave it away to charity before being arrested. Eddie Marcone (Joe Pantoliano)is the bail bondsman that bailed The Duke out of jail. Marcone only has 5 days left, before the bond is forfieted and he is out $100,000. So he sends bounty hunter Jack Walsh (Robert DeNiro)to retrieve The Duke and bring him back. Unfortunately, Jimmy Serrano wants The Duke dead, and sends two hitmen to kill him. Not to mention the fact that the F.B.I. want to be the ones who bring The Duke to justice. If things couldn't get any worse, there is also a rival bounty hunter named Marvin ( John Ashton)who is trying to bring The Duke in himself. Now it is up to Jack to keep The Duke alive and in one piece, while avoiding Marvin, the FBI, and the two mafia hitmen that are hot on their tails. However, with The Duke constantly trying to escape Jack's custody, Jack begins to realize that he is in for much more than he bargained for. Midnight Run is without a doubt the best "buddy" film ever made. The reason is because Jack and The Duke's friendship takes the whole movie to develop. Nothing about their relationship is cut and dry. The Duke will do something to make Jack like him one minute, and then upset him the next with repeated escape attempts. The film also features the perfect mix of action and comedy as well. There are certain points in the film that are extremely funny and entertaining. The dialogue in this film is first rate. Then you are also drawn into the film because there are so many obstacles Jack and The Duke must overcome on their way to L.A.. There are tons of close calls in this film. The two mafia hitmen, the FBI, and Marvin the bounty hunter are all equally close to catching up with them. Robert DeNiro has had a lot of great performances. However, I still feel after all these years that his performance in "Midnight Run" is one of the best he ever gave. Charles Grodin manages to be just as good, and even better than DeNiro at times. DeNiro and Grodin's personalities are so different, that they end up making the perfect pair. After all these years, "Midnight Run" is still a favorite of mine. I have seen the film many times, and it seems to get better after each viewing. Overall, the film features first rate laughs, an action packed story, and great performances from DeNiro, Grodin, Dennis Farina, and Joe Pantoliano. This is definately a must own film. A solid 5 stars...
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Summary: Easily, best movie I've ever seen...nothing can come close..
Review: Best line ever in a movie: "That's right and i got two words for you: Shut the f.;k up!" Watch the ad-libs on the bus as Grodin bugs him to put the cigarette out, DeNiro has to hold from laughing, holding a sick smile, going, "I can't believe this f'n guy"...DeNiro, Pantiliano, Grodin, Ashton, Farina, Kotto,...with a great script by Gallo, Brest directing, Danny Elfman's bluesy music...are you kidding me...this movie is funny, touching, adventorous...just watch it...it's one that never grows old cause' it says so much about all of us...
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Summary: An underrated gem
Review: Who would think that one of De Niro's best movies was a comedy? This is a great buddy movie and a great comedy with a nice touch of redemption and karma. De Niro and Grodin are both at their comedic best in this novel road movie. This is a lot of fun and to no one's surprise there's another good performanbce by Joe Pantoliano.
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Summary: Great Movie!
Review: This movie is great! Robert De Niro delivers a great performance, and the rest of the cast is very solid. This movie has it all...action, humor, etc. Get this one...you will not be dissapointed!
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