Logan Lucky (2017) [Movie Review]


Dir: Steven Soderbergh
Starring: Channing Tatum, Adam Driver, Riley Keough, Daniel Craig, Hilary Swank
Dur: 1 hr 59 mins
Genre: Comedy Drama
Rating: 7/10

Fans of the crime genre will definitely swoon with joy because this film hits at all the right spots. It’s got an interesting and original story (courtesy the skill of Rebecca Blunt, a little known figure), a star studded cast which easily delivers a slick performance, an O’ Henry kind of twist and a satisfactory ending. I may just have said too much and so I’ll refrain from saying much more, in case I spoil the experience for you.

The film gets its name from the lead characters who share the surname ‘Logan’ and who attempt to rid themselves from the jinx associated with their family name. The plot interestingly threads together social themes within drama. The idea of family name and honour are portrayed with delicate simplicity. The humour is rather dry and mouldy; honestly I had to make an effort to even smile. My favourite part of the film was the twist. It’s not that out-of-the-blue but the manner it’s depicted does make it thrilling. Apart from that and a few other lively scenes, the film drags. The shallow dialogues don’t help to generate interest, although they leave just enough to keep a curious mind hooked. Riley is unnecessarily leggy and does very little besides being eye-candy. Adam and Channing are terrific. Daniel is awfully out-of-place. The whole Texan accent just doesn’t come across from every actor. There are times it seems that they have forgotten their character. Seth McFarlane was amazing. Honestly, I couldn’t make him out with all the make-up and all. He too is fantastic and apparently is supposed to be the heart of comedy is every scene he plays but it doesn’t work out very well.

What I really liked about the film was its storyline. The music scores helped build up scenes and contributed greatly to the overall experience. I don’t guarantee that you’ll enjoy this film but you at least got to watch it to appreciate the genuineness of the writer, Rebecca Blunt.     

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