Takers
Director: John Luessenhop
Actors: Chris Brown, Hayden Christensen, Matt Dillon
PlotA group of professional bank robbers, led by Gordon Jennings, plan and execute a series of lucrative heists, maintaining an unbroken streak of success. Among the skilled team are A.J., a master strategist, and John Rahway, whose sister Naomi is romantically involved with Gordon. The group's expertly coordinated operations draw the attention of tenacious detectives Jack Welles and Eddie Hatcher. The detectives, struggling with their personal lives, become fiercely determined to capture the elusive thieves. Amid rising pressure, the gang is approached by Ghost, a former associate recently released from prison, who proposes a precarious plan to rob an armored truck for an enormous payout.
Tensions arise within the group, as some members are wary of Ghost's motives and the risks involved in the new heist. As the intricacies of the operation unfold, intricate planning and timed execution remain paramount. Underlying mistrust and personal vendettas begin to surface, creating cracks in the once-unbreakable team. The detectives' relentless pursuit inches ever closer, heightening the stakes and pushing the robbers to their limits. With each move, the group must navigate conflicts, both internal and external, as they struggle to stay one step ahead of their determined enemies.
Writers: Peter Allen, Gabriel Casseus, John Luessenhop
Release Date: 27 Aug 2010
Runtime: 107 min
Rating: PG-13
Country: United States
Language: English, Russian
Home Video Reviews
Takers shows competent direction and style but lacks originality; the Blu-ray offers excellent video, mixed audio, and fluff extras—worth a rental for genre fans.
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