The Guard (2011)
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- Runtime: 96 minutes
- Genres: Action, Comedy, Thriller, Crime
- Status: Released
Synopsis
When a small-town Irish cop with a crass personality is partnered with a straight-laced FBI agent to bust an international drug-trafficking ring, they must settle their differences in order to take down a dangerous gang.
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The Guard had all the right ingredients going in. Brendan Gleeson in the lead with a McDonagh behind the camera felt like a guaranteed win, and, it did not disappoint. The film is packed with dark humour and never pulls its punches. The tight runtime keeps the momentum moving, making it sharp and consistently entertaining from start to finish. Brendan Gleeson is fantastic, delivering a hilarious performance, and his on screen chemistry with Don Cheadle works well. Their dynamic adds a lot to th…