Bandits
User Score
7.0 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 34 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 27 out of 34
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 34
  3. Negative: 3 out of 34

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  1. VeeN.
    Oct 28, 2001
    10
    Acting great (especially Billy Bob and Kate). Laughed out loud throughout. Thought it was great fun!!!
  2. RyanM.
    Apr 3, 2002
    10
    A perfectly orchestrated mix of great humor, big twists, flawless direction, and amazing acting! It's hugely entertaining!
  3. MatthewB.
    Apr 6, 2002
    9
    Hilarious! "Beavers and ducks" made me laugh so hard I cried.
  4. raVen
    Apr 25, 2004
    9
    The thing about this film is that it accomplishes high quality popcorn movie entertainment while never assuming its audience is stupid. This, in large part, is due to the presence and prowess of Billy Bob Thornton. The dialogue shoots, studders, and spills out of him as if straight from the source. He has so many funny lines without the luxury of a setup it's really something to behold, and I loved the nod to Oregon's in-state college rivalry. The ending is revealed slowly and early, but it retains surprise. Willis' concrete-esque expressions actually help, as they provide a backdrop on which Thornton's antics can work best. Blanchett blends seamlessly. Everyone else is great in support, and I can't find a way to not like this movie.… Expand
  5. [Anonymous]
    Oct 2, 2002
    10
    Great plot, amazing actors (especially Billy Bob Thornton), and a new twist every minute. Had me on the edge of my seat until the very end. This movie is awesome.
  6. JustinW.
    Nov 12, 2001
    10
    This is a terriffic movie...I cant wait to buy it on DVD when it comes out. It keeps you laughing through the whole movie. Billy Bob is so funny with his brain tumor... and I like Willis in comedies like "The Whole Nine Yards"... and the ending is really neat.
  7. AJ
    Oct 27, 2001
    10
    Bruce Willis acted GREAT in this movie.
  8. LisaB.
    Dec 29, 2001
    10
    Billy Bob is wonderful and so are the rest of the cast.

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Metascore
60 out of 100

Mixed or average reviews - based on 32 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 32
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 32
  3. Negative: 2 out of 32
  1. Baltimore Sun
    Reviewed by: Michael Sragow
    88
    Levinson's quirky caper is rich with laughs.
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  2. Entertainment Weekly
    Reviewed by: Lisa Schwarzbaum
    50
    A comedy that might have made Butch and Sundance jump off a cliff.
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  3. Rolling Stone
    Reviewed by: Peter Travers
    40
    What started as cute becomes cloying and bloated. Charm should never feel like it weighs a ton.
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