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By Scott R (2,451) on 11 Jun 2015

Writer/Director Martin Brest had a really good track record as a director, but sadly has a rather short filmography…

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By Matt H (2,287) on 29 May 2015

An underrated movie (in terms of having never seen it mentioned anywhere), anchored by George Burns' lead performance…

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By Orlok W (1,270) on 01 Jul 2012

Having considered the odds, three old people decide to rob a bank…

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By Sachiko N (5) on 18 Apr 2012

Anyway, let's enjoy rest of my life....if it's hard or not…

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By Ken Hanke (2,234) for Mountain Xpress (Asheville, NC) (2,247) on 09 Mar 2010

Two things about the film are frankly remarkable, however: the richness of its imagery and George Burns' understated performance…

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By Laura S (609) on 06 Jul 2009

Overlooked 70's classic, starring three of filmdom's finest actors…

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By Spencer T (151) on 22 May 2009

I really really enjoyed this movie…

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By John C (2,737) on 23 Mar 2009

Interesting that this film was billed as almost a wacky comedy when it's a bittersweet film about aging, friendship, and death…

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By Linda C (272) on 19 Sep 2008

Funny, great acting, and a an awesome commentary on how we treat and view our older adults…

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By Chris C (2,693) on 16 Mar 2008

A funny and deeply moving film, the three stars are a joy to watch. Strasberg says so little, and yet he is often the center of the scene…

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By David S (4,459) on 24 Feb 2008

Slow paced to be sure, but the performances are so delightful that one can not help themselves but to watch and be mesmerized by these veteran…

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By Brian M (1,664) on 09 Feb 2008

Worth seeing for the brilliant first half hour or so. The three men (especially Strasberg) are fantastic…

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By Burijitto * (36) on 06 Jan 2008

This movie had a good balance of funny and touching moments. Not very strong, but a good balance…

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By Jeremy E (117) on 26 Oct 2007

Excellent. A laugh, but with a deeper meaning, the full impact of which is revealed at the end after George Burns has at last been collared…

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By Thomas L (876) on 21 Oct 2007

Really a great film. I got it because my acting professor has a non-speaking role in it, but I was surprised by how moved I was…

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By Lee M (4,001) on 06 Sep 2007

What a cute film about 3 elderly men who rob a bank. OK, if that doesn't hook you, it stars the incomparable George Burns. Rent it…

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By Bianca C (31) on 14 Jul 2007

You'd think with this comedic talent that this would be funny. But it's really a sad story…

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By Jay Scott (240) for The Globe and Mail (Toronto) (4,018) on 28 Aug 2006

A trio of contrasting personalities, the veterans bring both a mischievous wit and a sense of subdued anger to a familiar comic plotline, and…

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By Trevor Johnston (624) for Time Out (7,510) on 23 Jun 2006

A trio of contrasting personalities, the veterans bring both a mischievous wit and a sense of subdued anger to a familiar comic plotline, and…

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By Sara L (110) on 29 Apr 2006

Very Funny. They don't make comedies like this anymore…

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