Inside Man
It looked like the perfect bank robbery. But you can’t judge a crime by its cover.
Overview
When an armed, masked gang enter a Manhattan bank, lock the doors and take hostages, the detective assigned to effect their release enters negotiations preoccupied with corruption charges he is facing.
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What makes this movie Worth Watching
Set against the backdrop of New York City's financial district, 'Inside Man' reflects on the city's gentrification and wealth disparities. The movie also subtly critiques the American prison system through its portrayal of bank robbery as a form of resistance.
- The intricate and cleverly crafted plot will keep you engaged until the end.
- Spenceleigh's performances, as both hostage taker and negotiator, showcase his versatility as an actor.
- The movie explores themes of race, class, and power in a nuanced way that adds depth to the story.
- The unexpected twists and turns will leave you guessing until the very end.
Fun Facts
- 'Inside Man' features Denzel Washington, Clive Owen, and Willem Dafoe in leading roles, marking their second collaboration after the successful 'The Truth About Charlie' (2002).
- The bank used for filming scenes is the same real-life bank that was robbed by Willie Sutton in 1952.
- In one scene, the robber Dalton Russell (Clive Owen) is seen reading 'In Cold Blood' by Truman Capote. This could be a nod to the book's exploration of crime and its impact on communities, which resonates with the themes in 'Inside Man'.
Available Languages
English
US
Title:
"It looked like the perfect bank robbery. But you can’t judge a crime by its cover."
Deutsch
DE
Title:
"Der perfekte Bankraub. Die perfekte Täuschung?"
Français
FR
Title: Inside Man : L'Homme de l'intérieur
"Le braquage parfait ? Les apparences sont parfois trompeuses…"
Italiano
IT
Title:
"Sembrava la rapina perfetta ma a volte l'apparenza inganna"
普通话
CN
Title: 局内人
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Türkçe
TR
Title: İçerideki Adam
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Reviews
As heist films go, this isn't at all bad. Spike Lee and Denzel Washington's "Det. Frazier" keep the drama going and although quite few, the twists do keep you guessing. Jodie Foster and Christopher Plummer appear sparingly, but they contribute quite substantially to the rather more evil and interesting sub-plot - despite the presence of the unusually stolid Clive Owen whose role as "Russell" is pivotal to the accruing sense of peril and cleverly planned mischief. This movie touches upon social and religious mores a little, though I wouldn't say this was Lee at his most political - and this all adds to an enjoyable multi-layered story. A good watch.
**Inside Man is the most clever and interesting bank robbery film I have ever seen!**
Inside Man is mind-blowing, clever, fast-paced, well-crafted, and downright brilliant. With an all-star cast led by Denzel Washington and Clive Owen, Inside Man takes twists and turns you never see coming. Denzel’s clever charm combats Clive’s steely calm intensity leaving the audience intrigued and engaged, wondering what is happening from start to finish. The genius writing makes the crazy robbery scheme seem believable and actually possible. Inside Man makes you root for both sides of the law wanting the burglars to succeed and the cops to get their man with a highly satisfying and rewarding resolution. My only complaints would be the final 20 minutes falters in pacing a little as it attempts to tie all the threads together, and all the foul language was unnecessary. All in all, Inside Man is a brilliant must-see for any heist film enthusiast, Denzel Washington fan, or movie lover in general.
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The Detectives Get Outsmarted
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