Good Time (2017)

Updated: Jun 19

R | 1h 41min | 8/10 | #Crime #Drama #Thriller

Parental Rating: R (Restricted. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian)

➱ STORYLINE:

Good Time (2017) follows the story of Connie Nikas, a small-time criminal, as he embarks on a desperate journey through New York City’s underworld to save his mentally challenged brother, Nick, after a botched bank robbery lands Nick in prison. With time running out and the stakes higher than ever, Connie plunges into a dangerous and unpredictable night, navigating through a series of chaotic and violent events. As he struggles to evade the law and dangerous figures, Connie's determination to rescue his brother drives him deeper into a nightmarish and relentless pursuit.

➱ STAFF REVIEW:

Good Time (2017) is a tense and exhilarating crime thriller directed by the Safdie brothers, Josh and Benny. Robert Pattinson delivers a career-defining performance as Connie, capturing the character’s desperation and resilience with raw intensity. The film's frenetic pace and gritty cinematography, combined with a pulsating electronic score by Oneohtrix Point Never, create an immersive and claustrophobic atmosphere. The Safdie brothers’ direction ensures that the audience is kept on edge throughout the film, with unpredictable twists and a relentless drive that mirrors Connie’s frantic quest. Good Time is a gripping and unflinching portrayal of survival and sacrifice in the urban jungle.

➱ CREDITS:

Director:

- Josh Safdie

- Benny Safdie

Writers:

- Ronald Bronstein

- Josh Safdie

Starring:

- Robert Pattinson as Connie Nikas

- Benny Safdie as Nick Nikas

- Jennifer Jason Leigh as Corey Ellman

- Buddy Duress as Ray