Crooks (2024)

Review Team

4/5

Crooks manages to carve out its niche in the crowded heist genre with a blend of humour and suspense. The plot revolves around a retired safecracker, played with charming nuance, who reluctantly teams up with a less-than-competent gangster. Their chemistry is the heart of the film, juxtaposing the s ... Show more >> Crooks manages to carve out its niche in the crowded heist genre with a blend of humour and suspense. The plot revolves around a retired safecracker, played with charming nuance, who reluctantly teams up with a less-than-competent gangster. Their chemistry is the heart of the film, juxtaposing the stakes of their criminal endeavour against their personal motivations. The direction is tight, keeping the pacing brisk, while the cinematography captures the gritty yet vibrant atmosphere of Europe’s criminal underbelly. The film’s themes of loyalty and redemption resonate well, making it more than just an average caper. While it does tread familiar ground, the clever writing and engaging performances elevate it above many contemporaries. Crooks is a delightful escapade that leaves audiences entertained and pondering the complexities of its characters long after the credits roll. Show less

Editor Team

3/5

Crooks is a mixed bag that offers some laughs but ultimately feels like a formulaic addition to the heist genre. The premise of a retired safecracker teaming up with a bumbling gangster has potential, yet the execution falls flat in moments. The film tries to balance comedy and tension, but at times ... Show more >> Crooks is a mixed bag that offers some laughs but ultimately feels like a formulaic addition to the heist genre. The premise of a retired safecracker teaming up with a bumbling gangster has potential, yet the execution falls flat in moments. The film tries to balance comedy and tension, but at times, it feels uneven, leaving the audience unsure of what to expect. The performances are decent, with a few standout moments, but they can’t fully rescue a script that occasionally lacks depth. While there are entertaining scenes, the predictability of the plot and the clichéd characters make it hard to fully invest. Crooks is worth a watch if you’re in the mood for something light-hearted, but don’t expect it to break new ground. Show less