Sicario
Lionsgate | Release Date: September 18, 2015
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ScraperJun 25, 2016
The major problem with Sicario, aside from the boardroom bureaucrat banter, is that the main character is completely ineffective from every angle. She doesn't cooperate and falls into easy trap after easy trap for being such aThe major problem with Sicario, aside from the boardroom bureaucrat banter, is that the main character is completely ineffective from every angle. She doesn't cooperate and falls into easy trap after easy trap for being such a best-of-the-best outsider. The second problem that drags this one down to the ground is the dialogue. Conversations are mere snippets of sentences trying to relay the point that the operation is a secret...along with everything else. The speaking parts just aren't very unique. It's kinda like something a video game developer would whip up to get to the heart of a bloody video game about, oh, lets say Mexican drug cartels. By the time it reaches action, it hardly feels justified. It barely touches the variety and vision of Traffic for being so often compared to it.… Expand
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saucyninja007Sep 28, 2015
The performances by Blunt, Brolin, and Del Toro are fantastic and believable. The action sequences are not only intense but built up to very well. The cinematography is also far above average for a film of this genre. The only thingThe performances by Blunt, Brolin, and Del Toro are fantastic and believable. The action sequences are not only intense but built up to very well. The cinematography is also far above average for a film of this genre. The only thing preventing me from giving this film higher than an 8 is that I don't have any desire to see it again.… Expand
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FilmPhonicOct 5, 2015
Director Denis Villeneuve (Prisoners) teams up with cinematographer extraordinaire Roger Deakins (The Shawshank Redemption, Fargo) in an ultra-realist tense and bleak crime thriller, set in the backdrop of the current version of the USA’sDirector Denis Villeneuve (Prisoners) teams up with cinematographer extraordinaire Roger Deakins (The Shawshank Redemption, Fargo) in an ultra-realist tense and bleak crime thriller, set in the backdrop of the current version of the USA’s so-called “war on drugs” centered around Mexico, and within the wider context of an evolving decades-old crisis.

‘Sicario’ is a striking and well-crafted tense action thriller with an ominous feel throughout in keeping with Villeneuve’s recent work. There’s also a clear tactical-militaristic style that’s reminiscent of Kathryn Bigelow’s work in ‘Zero Dark Thirty’ and ‘The Hurt Locker’ , which itself should be an eye-opener as it’s depicting what happens on a regular basis just south of the most powerful and advanced nation on earth, seemingly uncontrollably, often bleeding across the border.

Emily Blunt delivers a strong central performance, through which the audience discovers this insane world, as a female FBI agent in a distinctly male environment but ‘Sicario’ doesn’t dwell on it or get sucked into sexual politics. Josh Brolin is also solid while Benicio Del Toro steals the show with his second superb performance in a drug-war drama. Which incidentally reminds us that given the escalation in drug-cartel activities over the last 15 years, perhaps it’s time for a sequel to Steven Soderbergh’s ‘Traffic’ which would greatly expand on what we see in ‘Sicario’.

And that’s perhaps the only major negative aspect of this film, Villeneuve’s decision to make the narrative an uncompromising mission-like thriller means it only skims the surface of the current drug-war, leaving us tantalized but unsatisfied by what might have been. The result is certainly compelling, but we would have liked to see an expansion of the context which has seen American authorities, namely the CIA, simultaneously fight against and benefit from drug trafficking while losing control of a crisis in the Americas that has existed for decades, but which is rapidly evolving into something increasingly ominous.

The Bottom Line..
A stark and meticulously crafted crime thriller, ‘Sicario’ does a cursory job illuminating the current state of the US “war on drugs”, but will keep you engaged and on the edge of your seat throughout, makes us more excited to see how Denis Villeneuve and Roger Deakins tackle the upcoming ‘Blade Runner’ sequel.… Expand
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geo333Oct 4, 2015
Sicario is dark, dramatic and mysterious that makes it a compelling movie to watch. Led by Benecio Del Toro performance and director Denis Villeneuve; who help bring to life the drug war and its cruelty in full effect. Overall, Sicario is aSicario is dark, dramatic and mysterious that makes it a compelling movie to watch. Led by Benecio Del Toro performance and director Denis Villeneuve; who help bring to life the drug war and its cruelty in full effect. Overall, Sicario is a great drama thriller movie.… Expand
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JamesLOct 4, 2015
A one dimensional , pointless film propped up by gratuitous violence instead of a solid plot. I have seen this story told a million times before but in so many better ways. Del Toro has played this role has million times before. It was reallyA one dimensional , pointless film propped up by gratuitous violence instead of a solid plot. I have seen this story told a million times before but in so many better ways. Del Toro has played this role has million times before. It was really rather boring and predictable.… Expand
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djniceyOct 28, 2015
One of the best films I've seen all year, it has a great storyline that keeps you guessing all the way to the end, awesome cinematography, and very compelling acting. Definitely worth a watch.
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shemp2004Jan 8, 2016
This review had me laughing because I agree with everything you are saying. This movie was just bad. There was no depth to the characters. They have a great cast but all the characters are weak. The story was weak. Emily Blunt had noThis review had me laughing because I agree with everything you are saying. This movie was just bad. There was no depth to the characters. They have a great cast but all the characters are weak. The story was weak. Emily Blunt had no point in the story if they were to delete her character the movie would immediately be better. All she did was complain and make trouble and delay the main story arc. Josh Brolin had no depth either he plays the typical "I'm cool as **** CIA operative. The action in the movie was boring because we really didn't care about. The 3 points I give it were for a couple cool scenes and Benecio del Toro thats it.… Expand
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Strong_K3isanAug 30, 2019
Absolute Garbage and Repulsive , Foolish Movie Have Ever Been Made in The History of World.
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dave741Oct 17, 2015
I didn't liked this movie at all. Why ? Because , for me it was too much slow paced and i had a bit of difficulty to follow the scenario sometimes. I feel like the principal actress didn't have enough charisma. I was very bored at theI didn't liked this movie at all. Why ? Because , for me it was too much slow paced and i had a bit of difficulty to follow the scenario sometimes. I feel like the principal actress didn't have enough charisma. I was very bored at the theater and that's why it's a 0. Bad actors + Bad scenario + Slow Paced and boring.… Expand
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CMCSep 27, 2015
Good movie for the genre, with better than average dialogue, cinematography. Involving and suspenseful, entirely predictable. So for what it is and tries to be, I give it a 7. In the pantheon of films, it is more like a 3.
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mani8kgmOct 15, 2015
Hmmmm. It promised so much, but delivered very little by the end. Almost kitsch. It gets the rating because it was riveting. Just a let down by the end of it!!!
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TheQuietGamerFeb 23, 2017
Sicario takes us into dark territory. Lies, betrayal, manipulations, and shady police work make up the heart of this story. It's all backed up by fantastic cinematography and incredible performances.

What starts off as a look into the darkSicario takes us into dark territory. Lies, betrayal, manipulations, and shady police work make up the heart of this story. It's all backed up by fantastic cinematography and incredible performances.

What starts off as a look into the dark side of the war on drugs, quickly turns into a brutal revenge flick where no one is the hero. As with the director's previous works, the reason things are so enjoyable is because the characters are so incredibly human. Broken and willing to resort to violent means to get what they want, but human nonetheless.

Sicario is simply an excellent thriller. There are perhaps some pacing issues here and there, but for the most part everything is up to par. It's a great, mature story that's sure to entertain. Particularly if you've enjoyed Villeneuve's other works.

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afcggraphicDec 20, 2015
شاهکارهای اینچنینی که متاسفانه با اقبال کم تماشاچیان روبرو میشود همیشه این سوال را پیس می آورد که آیا نبایستی به چنین دست فیلمهایی بهای بیشتری داد تا تماشاچیان مفهوم فیلم خوب را بهتر درک کنند
این فیلم شاهکاری است که دیدن آن را به هرکسیشاهکارهای اینچنینی که متاسفانه با اقبال کم تماشاچیان روبرو میشود همیشه این سوال را پیس می آورد که آیا نبایستی به چنین دست فیلمهایی بهای بیشتری داد تا تماشاچیان مفهوم فیلم خوب را بهتر درک کنند
این فیلم شاهکاری است که دیدن آن را به هرکسی پیشنهاد میکنم… Expand
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Compi24Sep 27, 2015
Villeneuve, Deakins, Johansson, Del Toro, and Blunt are all utterly remarkable in their respective duties, but there's a fundamental flaw in the film's narrative DNA - the unbearably inconsequential spectator of a protagonist at the film'sVilleneuve, Deakins, Johansson, Del Toro, and Blunt are all utterly remarkable in their respective duties, but there's a fundamental flaw in the film's narrative DNA - the unbearably inconsequential spectator of a protagonist at the film's center. Instead of motivating the events of the story herself, our main character is relegated to witnessing all of the acts be committed by other characters around her. Yes, it is clear that there is a point being made here about the futile frustrations of the American war on drugs. But if "Zero Dark Thirty" has taught us anything, it's that movies can be made about the asinine quirks of bureaucracy without having an inactive main character. This issue aside though, it's clear Villeneuve's crafted a real winner here, especially when you look at the film's pulse-pounding final act. With "Sicario" and Villeneuve's other films in mind, it's safe to say the director's found himself down quite a badass trajectory.… Expand
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tupungatoJan 17, 2016
Lazy writing and brilliantFBI agent Kate (Emily Blunt) is talked into assisting with CIA operation against Cartel led by Matt (Josh Brolin) in cooperation with foreign consultant (Benicio Del Toro).

After promising opening scene "Sicario"Lazy writing and brilliantFBI agent Kate (Emily Blunt) is talked into assisting with CIA operation against Cartel led by Matt (Josh Brolin) in cooperation with foreign consultant (Benicio Del Toro).

After promising opening scene "Sicario" becomes a dull moral ambiguity story with very good performance by Del Toro and marvelous cinematography by Roger Deakins who never fails to amaze me.

I was expecting a "brilliant action thriller" and I agree there are some thrilling action sequences (SUV escort, operation in the tunnel), but unfortunately, the story is far from brilliant. The main plot device is "it's better not to ask questions" and "you'll understand it later". Kate asks some questions, but usually they go unanswered without sensible reasons. The CIA specialist Matt jeopardizes his own operations by not providing ANY background on what the team is about to do, whether there will be firefights, what are the risks and what are the objectives.

Despite brilliant camerawork and good cast, film's lazy writing and unreasonably slow pace outside action scenes makes watching "Sicario" tedious.

Direction: 4/10, Screenplay: 2/10, Cinematography: 10/10, Acting: 7/10, Music: 6/10

Overall: 3/10camerawork in war on drugs… Expand
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LatinCritic13Aug 13, 2017
Sicario is one of the best well directed movies ever made when it comes to exploring the dark underworld on war on drugs and corruption. Since this movie is directed by Denis Villeneuve, his articulation of storytelling really knows how toSicario is one of the best well directed movies ever made when it comes to exploring the dark underworld on war on drugs and corruption. Since this movie is directed by Denis Villeneuve, his articulation of storytelling really knows how to makes us feel questio1ned about what is going on between the borderlines of justice and swift turbulence in this movie. There are actual depictions about what is going as of now when greed comes into play. Everything ranging from the action all the way to the hauntingly performances by Emily Blunt, Benicio Del Toro, and Josh Brolin did intensify the overall quality of this film. There’s no doubt that Sicario is the real ‘True Detective’ that we ‘deserved.’… Expand
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OkinAZOct 4, 2015
This would have been a much better movie if the sound quality was better. It was hard to follow at times because of the sound quality and I had hearing aides on. Older movies sound quality much better than today's. Do not understand why.This would have been a much better movie if the sound quality was better. It was hard to follow at times because of the sound quality and I had hearing aides on. Older movies sound quality much better than today's. Do not understand why. I can still re-watch older movies and hear the words. Now days movies, good luck! A very violent, dark movie - del Toro what a horrible character but he had me believing. My opinion, he stole the show (Oscar quality). Although Blunt was good in the movie, just thought her character was not very believable. If FBI, agent would know the harshness of the cartel, etc. So, think the writers did her character injustice, to a certain extent. Made her look innocent and frail, which I cannot believe especially after she uncovers 20+ bodies hidden behind a wall in Arizona. Brolin added to the creepy feel of the movie but have seen him play better roles in movies.… Expand
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moviecritic68Oct 21, 2015
Very good realistic action . Storyline is believable in today's world. Scored it below the average user score due to predictability & some weak acting at times. Overall I give it a 7.5 . Mostly for it's intensity. More of a wait till itVery good realistic action . Storyline is believable in today's world. Scored it below the average user score due to predictability & some weak acting at times. Overall I give it a 7.5 . Mostly for it's intensity. More of a wait till it comes out on DVD movie than a must see but not a complete waste of money if you do choose to go see it.… Expand
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TheKavehJOct 5, 2015
I honestly don't think it's Oscar worthy at all, but Emily Blunt, Bencio Del Toro, and Josh Brolin all act great, and Denis Villenuve directs greatly too.
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YorkManJan 11, 2016
I didn't like this film. I understood what the director/screenplay was attempting to achieve, the acting was good all round, the cinematography was brilliant and the score was incredibly fear-inducing at all the right points.
However,I didn't like this film. I understood what the director/screenplay was attempting to achieve, the acting was good all round, the cinematography was brilliant and the score was incredibly fear-inducing at all the right points.
However, knowing what was being attempted, does not hide the fact that said screenplay and said direction was (in my opinion) very sub-par.
The story starts off well, introducing the (strangely/weirdly) attractive Emily Blunt as a fast rising member/leader of a DEA task force. Discovering a stash of bodies in a building targeted as a likely location for Mexican cartel hostages, she then loses two agents to an improvised explosive device.
She's then asked to join up with a dedicated anti-cartel group, which she is told is attached to the DEA and operating within the boundaries of National and International law.
The head of the group is played by Josh Brolin (in a scene stealing performance), whilst there is a South American man in the group whose motives and tasks aren't revealed until near the end of the film.

Ultimately there is a decided conflict of interests, as the DEA agent cannot reconcile the (incredibly illegal and violent/shoot to kill) methods used by the anti-cartel group. Resulting in an ending which doesn't really make any sense.

The film lacks an emotional core, the only view of the 'other side' we get is that of a Mexican police officer who (like the rest of the local police, the film would have you believe) is working for the cartel(s), using his patrol car to move drugs around. We get to see his wife, and his son, who serve to show he's merely a family man doing what he needs to, in order to provide for his family.
The problem is that it feels so forced. Like at some point the screenwriter saw there was a policeman in the script in the build up to the finale, and just decided (in post-production) to film a few extra 'family' scenes to try and offer some balance. But it fails....

The whole movie feels like a campaign trailer a far right-wing politician (from Texas, or Arizona) would come up with to justify additional spending on drug enforcement, and as a rationale if it were needed for the actions of those on the front line. It's so pro-America that you almost expect every scene where there are some US soldiers (and there are many!) to end with them all hollering 'U-S-A! U-S-A!' at the end.

Perhaps that is a reason why the film doesn't carry as much resonance. As an Englishman I probably view movies like this with the same kind of 'outsider' mentality an American does when they watch a gritty London-based 'Mockney' crime drama. I view such things as more of a fantasy exploration of a romanticised idea of what actually happens.
It would be nice to think Americans watching this understand it's only a story, and not based on actual events, and not a well written story at that! As I said, it would be nice!

But judging by a lot of the '10 out of 10' reviews, there does seem to be a concensus this movie is a masterpiece of modern cinema, which it just isn't!… Expand
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AquaMorphJan 12, 2016
I can sign that this was a good movie. The pacing in this movie is fanatic moving seamlessly from slow paced build up to high intensity action. The cinematography is gorgeous and the film is well written.
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R6exDec 24, 2015
Kate (Emily Blunt), for being a FBI SWAT Team Leader, is **** weak, mentally & physically when placed amongst the Delta Squad men. Unbelievable! Even for a lady, no FBI SWAT team agent is (1) going to be that weak - like a little girl, andKate (Emily Blunt), for being a FBI SWAT Team Leader, is **** weak, mentally & physically when placed amongst the Delta Squad men. Unbelievable! Even for a lady, no FBI SWAT team agent is (1) going to be that weak - like a little girl, and (2) **** around with a stranger in the bar on a first encounter; especially knowing that she is on an important mission. **** unbelievable portrayal of a top FBI SWAT agent! Its an insult to the FBI SWAT. Totally unrealistic. That's 1 Star off the scoring. Other than that, everything else is Perfect!… Expand
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JalemanyJan 3, 2021
Another very strong film by Denis Villeneuve. Acting, shooting, directing, uncovering. Just watch it.
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SibApr 1, 2017
The movie has striking visuals, well written story & dialogues. The actor performace is amazing, especially Brolin's. The music is very well atuned to the action. It really feels real, almost like a documentary. It has some very cruel scenes,The movie has striking visuals, well written story & dialogues. The actor performace is amazing, especially Brolin's. The music is very well atuned to the action. It really feels real, almost like a documentary. It has some very cruel scenes, so it's not for evryone. If this doesn't put you off then you really should see it.… Expand
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shellviewFeb 8, 2016
I found "Sicario" disappointing. Although there were many tense, thrilling scenes the movie did not have a flow. The story was hard to follow to its ending. It was a raging sexist movie hiding behind its lead character. Emily Blunt'sI found "Sicario" disappointing. Although there were many tense, thrilling scenes the movie did not have a flow. The story was hard to follow to its ending. It was a raging sexist movie hiding behind its lead character. Emily Blunt's character had casual sex out of loneliness and cried at the most girlie of times not something a male lead would do. She was also chastised by her partner for not taking care of her appearance...really? A man would have said "You should smell my pits". I think the supporting cast did a great job that outshone Blunt in every scene. The constant droning music lost its effectiveness through so much over use. "Sicario" was just a slicker version of the American TV show "The Bridge". All in all a big disappointment.… Expand
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randombananaJan 19, 2016
Could have been a way better movie as the plot is certainly interesting. Every part where Kate wasn't in a lead role i liked, I really did not like the girl however and most of her scenes, especially those with her sidekick are extremelyCould have been a way better movie as the plot is certainly interesting. Every part where Kate wasn't in a lead role i liked, I really did not like the girl however and most of her scenes, especially those with her sidekick are extremely jarring. They focused way too much on the emotional side of her and except for the first 5 minutes where you think she's this tough chick she is whining all the time. Did they really need like 3-4 scenes of her smoking a cigarette to show how this stuff is affecting her?… Expand
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TyranianApr 13, 2019
Decent action and everything but it felt derivative and failed to make me care about any of the characters.
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Alex2011Mar 20, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Awful soulless movie. I didn't care about the caracters at all. Everybody does super mysterious but many aspects of the movie are just plain stupid for the sake of drama. E.g. Why did the mexicans hide the bodies in the wall of the houses instead of hiding them in a hole in the sand?
Everything is either black and white. Movie tries to be super realistic but if you ever went to Mexico you will see that the world this movie shows has nothing todo with reality. I think such movies just spread more hate and don't do any good.
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Trev29Jan 24, 2016
The movie starts with incredible intensity, slows down a bit, and then finishes strong. Emily Blunt is fantastic and has unfortunately gone unnoticed this awards season. Impressive score also.
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dinojay2Feb 3, 2016
Tense, fast-paced and chilling portrayal about the modern reality of the drug trade. What I found really set it apart from similar movies was the way it was told mainly from the perspective of someone who would normally be shown simply as aTense, fast-paced and chilling portrayal about the modern reality of the drug trade. What I found really set it apart from similar movies was the way it was told mainly from the perspective of someone who would normally be shown simply as a bit character. A very unique perspective which added to the overall intensity of the film. The suspense and tension of border-crossing scene reminded me of The Hurt Locker.… Expand
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LeZeeFeb 14, 2016
One of the finest movie about the raids on cartel gangs.

This was really a great film. Fighting against the drug trafficking was the theme. The story of an FBI agent who was recruited to work in an elite force that no one knows itsOne of the finest movie about the raids on cartel gangs.

This was really a great film. Fighting against the drug trafficking was the theme. The story of an FBI agent who was recruited to work in an elite force that no one knows its existence. Their's aim is to tackle the main source, instead to deal with its lower order. Something that impossible to do without international cooperation. Every raid is done in secretively, sometime if required at any cost in whatever effort to stop it. Like I said, this was an awesome movie, and good to see it after the documentary like 'Cartel Land'.

The story is kind of hard to detail it out, because it was more an action movie than the talking. How a special force unit goes after the bad guys and stops them is the main plot. But the characters were so distinctive, every main roles had their own agenda for what they are doing and that's how the narration dominated with the high standards.

The cast who played them were simply outstanding, including that starts with Emily Blunt, who is someone looks changed the attitude to play physically challenging roles after 'Edge of Tomorrow'. And then Josh Brolin and another one, an upcoming young British actor who I really don't know, but Benicio Del Toro was actually the show stealer.

His part was unexpectedly great, totally raw and aggressive. Especially the his end scene, no one could have guessed it, but that's how the way it is. No doubt any top actors would have denied to perform that, anyway well shot with minimum violence, but the intention was very clear as fighting against the dark forces to cut off the head first. One of the best movie of the year, so definitely recommended if you're interested.

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MeritCobaDec 28, 2015
When in the opening sequence a house gets raided by a FBI led Swat team they do not find the kidnapped victim they were looking for, but instead they discover dozens of corpses tucked away in the walls. Who are the dead? They in factWhen in the opening sequence a house gets raided by a FBI led Swat team they do not find the kidnapped victim they were looking for, but instead they discover dozens of corpses tucked away in the walls. Who are the dead? They in fact already know, but an investigation gets underway nevertheless..
But then something odd happens. In most movies the tension will ease as the investigation picks up and the imminent danger has disappeared because the site is secured by the police.. Instead the tension is kept up with eerie music, a steady drone in the background. And one can feel something is coming, but what, when and how?

And it does.

The movie is tense, not through action scenes and fights, but precisely because of this sense unease. Of digging for water, but finding bloody mud. Of wanting to save someone, but finding scores of mutilated decaying bodies instead. When Blunt, a talented but inexperienced FBI agent who gets recruited by the shadowy Brolin for a job that is all but clear, is part of the team that has to transport a crime boss from Mexico to the US, they pass a group of mutilated bodies hanging from lamp poles. And the transport is guarded by a lot of Mexican jeeps equipped with machine guns. Thus indicating that the Mexican police has no longer authority in some parts, but just the bigger violence to ward against the gangs that would otherwise dare to attack them. There is no law beyond the gun: there is anarchy.

The movie reminds me of a Michel Mann movie in the way it was shot and of No country for old men in the mood of the story. And the music is very well used to set that mood. The acting is just great by everyone involved eith Del Toro taking the biggest share of the credit. A very well written tense movie that is certainly recommended was it not for Blunt.

And there you have the main flaw of this movie. In fact it was such a big issue that, given I use a simple scoring system, I have considered it to be a meh movie and award it a 5..

It isn't Blunt herself, but the role she has to play. This role is so far from the role she plays in Edge of Tomorrow, but also from the role she is supposed to play. This is the role of the sheriff from the No Country for old men. She is passive in this movie. She gets dragged along by Brolin who tells her they go to El Paso but instead they go to Mexico. When a team is about to enter a tunnel she clearly hears that the soldiers, for that is what they are, are weapons free. In other words: can open fire whenever they want. And soon enough she figures out, no wait, she is told that she is now part of a CIA operation that has probably no legal backing except for her signing some paper that everything went by the book while it is clear that Del Toro is probably not much more than a criminal himself.

And so goes the rest of the movie. Blunt's character just gawks, moans and even gets sick but does nothing about it, even when Del Toro at some point shoots her. She is like an old man who is defeated and exhausted and gives up the fight. And thus Blunt just goes through the movie with one expression on her face: a continuous frown. And it just doesn't fit well. I cannot believe that a young promising FBI agent will already have given up, but perhaps I am a fool.

At the end Del Toro tells her what to do: run of to a nice little town, girly. For the wolves have come.

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JK4507Jan 22, 2016
This movie is still haunting me - a month after I watched it. The scenes and score in Juarez - especially. Benicio Del Toro nails it. Had it at 8 . A month later it's 8.5 (round up to 9)
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mbeckfordSep 24, 2020
This is hands down the best movie of 2015. This was the turning point for writer Taylor Sheridan and Director Denis Villeneuve as they both went on to greater heights (Sheridan with Hell or High Water, Wind River and Yellowstone; VilleneuveThis is hands down the best movie of 2015. This was the turning point for writer Taylor Sheridan and Director Denis Villeneuve as they both went on to greater heights (Sheridan with Hell or High Water, Wind River and Yellowstone; Villeneuve with Arrival, Bladerunner 2049 and FREAKING Dune!) This is not for the faint-of-heart ... I'd give it a hard-R. But it is a gripping account of the drug war between the US and Mexican cartel(s) with great performances from all of the A & B list actors/actresses. One word: Wow.… Expand
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TheApplegnomeAug 20, 2017
’Sicario’ is a stunningly directed drama flick, with a story that’s highly intense — even without that much action. It’s a very plot-driven and slowly paced story, and for some; kinda boring. It got its moments of symbolism and powerful’Sicario’ is a stunningly directed drama flick, with a story that’s highly intense — even without that much action. It’s a very plot-driven and slowly paced story, and for some; kinda boring. It got its moments of symbolism and powerful imagery, but drags on without that much thrills or character moments. Its finale got some of this, but the overall film doesn’t. Still; the director of both ’Arrival’ and ’Prisoners’ succeeds once again with a stunningly directed flick!

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marcmyworksNov 7, 2018
A true Denis Villeneuve film, as it is slow paced and eery with well placed moments of tension. Overall well acted and an interesting insight into undercover American intervention on the drug cartel from Mexico.
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Voodoo123Mar 12, 2019
+Fantastic cinematography
+When the soundtrack is there it is relevant to the mood
+Excellent action set pieces +Talented cast deliver memorable performances -Limited plot (although deliberate) feels basic I really enjoyed watching this+Fantastic cinematography
+When the soundtrack is there it is relevant to the mood
+Excellent action set pieces
+Talented cast deliver memorable performances
-Limited plot (although deliberate) feels basic

I really enjoyed watching this movie although I felt the dialogue was missing that emotional connection with what was going on to take things to the next level. The film is a cinematic masterclass visually and the soundtrack (or lack thereof!) was wonderfully refreshing and mood setting.… Expand
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xhaosisOct 15, 2015
It was good, but not great...

Th movie, was good... The story was what brought down the rating.. I still do not quite understand what the point was to this movie. Cowboys vs Indians pretty much from what I got from it.. No matter howIt was good, but not great...

Th movie, was good... The story was what brought down the rating.. I still do not quite understand what the point was to this movie. Cowboys vs Indians pretty much from what I got from it.. No matter how they spun it.

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ToFewViewsFeb 20, 2016
Sicario is a very interesting movie, It's filmed extremely well, Actors do a great job and the story is very intriguing and full of tension. It follows Emily Blunt's Character as a FBI member and how she helps a anti cartel group stop theSicario is a very interesting movie, It's filmed extremely well, Actors do a great job and the story is very intriguing and full of tension. It follows Emily Blunt's Character as a FBI member and how she helps a anti cartel group stop the massive drug and human trafficking. She goes to Mexico with the group and is forced to use some more then questionable tactics to get the job done.The Film has moments of extreme tension and excitement but at the same time has some fairly low points that feel like they drag on. All the actors involved did a great job but Benicio Del Toro stands out by far, he plays a very mystery character that you always want to know more about, The film starts focusing more on Emily Blunt but near the end fades towards Del Toro's side of the story.Sicario is a film that when watching it the first time you find lots of enjoyment and excitement out of the film but even that it's such a well put together film I don't feel the urge to watch it again. It's a good onetime watch.… Expand
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evtsoaresJan 15, 2016
It is a tense film, holding on , easy to understand and even seems to have two hours . It has a great cast, good acting and we will not talk about the soundtrack.
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DavidV293Jan 23, 2016
It's that type of film that would leave with some questions and I like that because it's something mysterious and original. 'Sicario' was somehow fun and had a great set of action sequences. To me, it wasn't intense because I kinda knew theIt's that type of film that would leave with some questions and I like that because it's something mysterious and original. 'Sicario' was somehow fun and had a great set of action sequences. To me, it wasn't intense because I kinda knew the whole deal. The movie drags on and on till it gets where it supposed to. I'm talking about the scenes that included planning and explaining. Sicario is fun to watch, but it's not worth to be on my collection of movies.… Expand
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homer4presidentFeb 4, 2016
I thought the intro and ending was excellent. I thought the score was amazing too and also the cinematography. However, I found the middle of the movie to be extremely boring and tedious.
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MrMovieBuffFeb 9, 2016
'Sicario' may not be the most entertaining film for the average moviegoer, nor is it for the faint of heart. But this is skillfully directed by Denis Villeneuve and the acting, mostly from Emily Blunt, Josh Brolin, and certainly Benicio Del'Sicario' may not be the most entertaining film for the average moviegoer, nor is it for the faint of heart. But this is skillfully directed by Denis Villeneuve and the acting, mostly from Emily Blunt, Josh Brolin, and certainly Benicio Del Toro are absolutely superb. This truly felt like a director's movie, given that we are living in a day and age where a movie feels like it belongs to the studio.

The cinematography is also great, and the movie knows how to add suspense without treating its audience like idiots. With a plot that focuses on an FBI agent (Emily Blunt) that is enlisted by the government to track down the leader of a Mexican drug cartel, you know you are in for over 2 hours of brilliant suspense and atmosphere.

It may not be the blockbuster type movie, nor is it the kind of movie that you may watch over and over again, but it's a movie that has quality.… Expand
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UrbanlistenerJan 15, 2016
As a person who lives in Quebec and who went to the same school as the director, Denis Villeneuve, I was very proud to see that the guy was able to pull of another great movie in a foreign country after Prisoners. Sicario is a suspenseful andAs a person who lives in Quebec and who went to the same school as the director, Denis Villeneuve, I was very proud to see that the guy was able to pull of another great movie in a foreign country after Prisoners. Sicario is a suspenseful and thrilling film, with an exceptional musical score, amazing performances and a gorgeous cinematography.… Expand
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RalfbergsJul 30, 2016
In my opinion it is a good movie, but no really like amazing or great. Yes, it has good acting, but the whole story itself wasn't that interesting and some of it doesn't make sense. For example, Blunt's character wasn't really that muchIn my opinion it is a good movie, but no really like amazing or great. Yes, it has good acting, but the whole story itself wasn't that interesting and some of it doesn't make sense. For example, Blunt's character wasn't really that much connected with the story itself - yes, she was there all the time, but mostly just being confused, angry, or disappointed with something. The only really great thing was Benicio Del Toro - both his performance and his storyline was what was great - the rest of the movie was okay. maybe I just had too high expectations.… Expand
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YoloSwag4DogeMay 22, 2018
I get the appeal, but this film to me seems like sheer fantasy rather than a portrayal of grim reality. The CIA is depicted as an all powerful entity filled to the brim with raw, omnipresent machismo. Everyone is needlessly vague for the sakeI get the appeal, but this film to me seems like sheer fantasy rather than a portrayal of grim reality. The CIA is depicted as an all powerful entity filled to the brim with raw, omnipresent machismo. Everyone is needlessly vague for the sake of appearing ultra mysterious. There's no sense of formality, professionalism or meticulous enforcement. Instead, we have a couple of government renegade spooks who break the law nonchalant with their band of any way, any day special forces operatives. Mexico is illustrated as a cesspool of constant violence and lawlessness, so naturally the renegades have no issue with kidnapping someone from there so they can bring him back to the US to torture him for information at a domestic black site, (cuzz that's what good neighbors do, yah know?) Torture makes people talk, but it rarely provides good Intel as people will just keep making up lies to stop the torture. But in this, it provides spot on details in a matter of minutes that leads to finding the next piece of the drug cartel puzzle. Though the cartel is brutal, our antiheroes are virtually just as bad. Their mob-like methods are supposed to be interpreted as "for the greater good", but everywhere they go they cause death, suffering and all around chaos to get a little bit of cocaine off the streets. Though the stakes are purportedly stopping someone who likes having their crews rig IED's before police raids, the reality is that if that was something that somehow proved beneficial to drug lords, they'd already be doing it all the time and the cops would be trained to deal with it. But nah, our CIA protectors just have to get one guy and the world is saved. There's no moral gray in this, only black and white idealizations of fighting fire with fire. Near the end both antiheroes reveal themselves as being severely anti-social, as in possessing psychopathic tendencies. Their actions are portrayed as barely contained, pragmatic masculinity, but it's really just a bunch of **** who like hurting people under the guise of government business. I found it an interesting watch, but the ambient vibe of fear, pessimism and anarchy coupled by a 'dog eat dog wins the day' narrative just really is downright delusional.… Expand
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raciocinioMay 3, 2018
O Filme começa com tudo, e com as excelentes críticas eu me empolguei muito, a cena inicial é perfeita, com alta tensão, e também muito interessante, mas depois o filme parece não ter o que dizer e isso é o pior e principal fator, que paraO Filme começa com tudo, e com as excelentes críticas eu me empolguei muito, a cena inicial é perfeita, com alta tensão, e também muito interessante, mas depois o filme parece não ter o que dizer e isso é o pior e principal fator, que para mim fez o filme falhar, também é muito lento fora a desnecessária necessidade de querer ser um thriller altamente inteligente, mas como disse o pior fator do filme é que não tem uma história para contar, são vários acontecimento aleatórios que nada acrescenta ao filme e a uma história que já não tem.

Enquanto os diretores e roteiristas trabalham para fazerem um drama inteligente, eles cometem o erro brutal de não ter uma única história para contar.

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smiyamotFeb 14, 2016
Well done movie about the drug trade across the Mexico border and what it does to the people of Mexico who are caught in the crossfire of the drug cartels. The story itself is an eye opener as far as the CIA, Delta force, and others beingWell done movie about the drug trade across the Mexico border and what it does to the people of Mexico who are caught in the crossfire of the drug cartels. The story itself is an eye opener as far as the CIA, Delta force, and others being involved in a seemingly US territory operation. I had to drop my rating because it involves an FBI agent who want to arrest the bad guys, not shoot them. Why would this clandestine operation get someone like her if that is their goal? Why do movie makers use this particular conflict between the characters of the movie? Detracts from the conflict of innocent civilians getting murdered.… Expand
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WiLdEcaRdDec 31, 2015
Intense, compelling and utterly nerve-shredding, Sicario is a cinematic gut-punch of a movie that leaves you reeling.
10/10 must see Masterpiece !!!
Movie of the year for me.
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gdiego135Jan 6, 2016
Everyone is different, everyone has their own way of thinking, and their tastes, this movie just wasn't my kind of movie, it was too slow paced, and kind of boring to me, sorry for whoever liked it, the only part that got my interested isEveryone is different, everyone has their own way of thinking, and their tastes, this movie just wasn't my kind of movie, it was too slow paced, and kind of boring to me, sorry for whoever liked it, the only part that got my interested is when Shane (the walking dead) showed up.… Expand
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EpicLadySpongeFeb 20, 2016
Sicario is enjoyable! While you enjoy Sicario on home media, please take the time to view behind the scenes that bought you the making of this excellent movie.
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mypabpDec 28, 2015
Sicario calls to mind the films of the 1970s — not necessarily the ones we think of as capital-I Important, but the seamy, sweaty thrillers that subtly slipped in anti-establishmentarian messages amid the violence. It mixes arthouse andSicario calls to mind the films of the 1970s — not necessarily the ones we think of as capital-I Important, but the seamy, sweaty thrillers that subtly slipped in anti-establishmentarian messages amid the violence. It mixes arthouse and grindhouse into a most satisfying cocktail… Expand
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RatedRexJan 13, 2016
A haunting performance by Benicio Del Toro highlights this, deliberately paced, dark, sinister movie. Some of the dialog was hard to understand, and it took awhile to figure out what exactly was going on. But if you stay with it, withoutA haunting performance by Benicio Del Toro highlights this, deliberately paced, dark, sinister movie. Some of the dialog was hard to understand, and it took awhile to figure out what exactly was going on. But if you stay with it, without distractions, everything becomes crystal clear in the end. Emily Blunt, who reprises her tough-girl role that she played in "Edge of Tomorrow", isn't given a lot to do.. And Josh Brolin's WTF personality is a little distracting. But overall "Sicario" is solid, adult entertainment. It is one of the top movies of the year.… Expand
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Ruinercero84Jan 4, 2016
The movie itself it's good. The photography is great, but the parts where supposedly mexicans speak its awful. Mexico has one of the greatest traditions in world cinema, so it's a shame that with millions of dollars, producers and directorsThe movie itself it's good. The photography is great, but the parts where supposedly mexicans speak its awful. Mexico has one of the greatest traditions in world cinema, so it's a shame that with millions of dollars, producers and directors cannot get real and native spanish speakers / latin / mexican american actors.

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landres28Jan 17, 2016
If you want to know what a "sicario" really is, I recommend the movie "La virgen de los sicarios" based on an homonymous book, from Colombia, a really great great film.
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AntonishereFeb 1, 2016
This was one of the goriest and most shocking movies of 2015, if you arent into the drug wars then this movie will seem slow paced and kind of boring, but for me the acting is amazing, the action scenes are appropriated and the script wasThis was one of the goriest and most shocking movies of 2015, if you arent into the drug wars then this movie will seem slow paced and kind of boring, but for me the acting is amazing, the action scenes are appropriated and the script was brilliant, plus Josh Brolin steals the show.… Expand
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DoughBoiiMar 30, 2016
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great movie, Sicario surpassed all my expectations, filled with amazing visuals and sounds and let's not forget acting, the acting was amazing, many scenes causing viewers to sit on the edge of their seats, constantly wondering what it going to happen next.… Expand
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AbeMCMay 30, 2018
A contemplative reflection on the battles against the cartels at the US-Mexico border. A complete film - artistic without being full of itself, sparing use of music soundtrack, and visually stable (no shaky-cam). A little uncertain in itsA contemplative reflection on the battles against the cartels at the US-Mexico border. A complete film - artistic without being full of itself, sparing use of music soundtrack, and visually stable (no shaky-cam). A little uncertain in its use of characters - Blunt's seems to be the main focus, though Del Toro's dominates the climatic scene. Worth watching for its vicious depiction of cartel violence and Emily Blunt's excellent performance as a conflicted, more traditionally-minded member of law enforcement who isn't comfortable with skirting the law to strike back at the cartels.… Expand
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abm0Jan 13, 2017
Boring movie. Not much happens. We're just supposed to be oh-so-impressed with the psychotic killers that are the Mexican drug cartels (as if we didn't already know that) and with a special agent chick thrust in the world of hardenedBoring movie. Not much happens. We're just supposed to be oh-so-impressed with the psychotic killers that are the Mexican drug cartels (as if we didn't already know that) and with a special agent chick thrust in the world of hardened law-breaking operatives and who ends up behaving like Bambi caught in headlights. It's not all bad, but at the same time I didn't come out satisfied with the kind of use of my time this was.… Expand
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ZachSchellerAug 14, 2016
Villeneuve has building quite the reputation for extreme suspense. He makes a heavy, slow thriller around the Mexican drug war. Del Torro gives his best performance in years. Main issue is the confusion of its plot.
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CouchCriticSep 26, 2016
I was curious after seeing the trailer, but really, this was so much better than I could have imagined.

The best film I've seen in a long long time...every expectation I developed as I watched "Sicario" was defied so extremely that I wasI was curious after seeing the trailer, but really, this was so much better than I could have imagined.

The best film I've seen in a long long time...every expectation I developed as I watched "Sicario" was defied so extremely that I was quite shocked (in the best way) as I watched this film.

I'm not going to give away any spoilers here, but considering how much different a particular scene would be rendered if Benecio Del Toro didn't flick his wrist with such accuracy...because I expected that scene. What I got instead, floored me.

Performances across the board are pitch perfect and director Villenueve builds amazing amounts of tension atop dread (and vice versa) from the opening shot to the credit roll. Considering the intensity level of the film's opening scenes, that is no simple feat.

I see in a mixed review below, a sentence which I quote as: "Pretty much no story whatsoever, the trend of female and black guy continues, both characters absolutely useless and added only for "diversity" reasons." I don't know what film they watched but it was not the same one - anyone who considers this film to have "no story whatsoever" should quit writing reviews because they are oblivious to nuance, shading and subtlety. Perhaps they should also check the dictionary to confirm that they understand what the word "story" means.

Wow!
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GMReviewsSep 10, 2016
Sicario captures the reality of the film in visual splendour, and is led by amazing performances from Emily Blunt and Benicio Del Toro, as well as Josh Brolin. This is a film that doesn't rely on explosions and gunfights but on something on aSicario captures the reality of the film in visual splendour, and is led by amazing performances from Emily Blunt and Benicio Del Toro, as well as Josh Brolin. This is a film that doesn't rely on explosions and gunfights but on something on a bigger level, making this a satisfying crime drama.… Expand
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alejandro970Dec 31, 2016
Una mirada frontal a la guerra contra el narcotrafico, en un tono realista con la dosis exacta de suspenso. Una de las mejores al año 2015 del genero drama- acción.
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daviddelnorte23Mar 8, 2017
Ví Sicario una vez cuando se estrenó. Fue una película que tampoco llamó en gran medida mi atención. Pero dado a las grandes críticas que cosechó, decidí volver a verla y entonces es cuando, ahora sí, me ha parecido tremenda.

Y es que loVí Sicario una vez cuando se estrenó. Fue una película que tampoco llamó en gran medida mi atención. Pero dado a las grandes críticas que cosechó, decidí volver a verla y entonces es cuando, ahora sí, me ha parecido tremenda.

Y es que lo primero que destaco son esos planos tan Villenueve, increible fotografía que hace presiosa de ver, aunque el entorno donde tiene lugar, no lo es precisamente. El guión es fabuloso y la madurez tanto del relato, de temas y de personajes es muy adulta y valiente.

Los actores están bien, correctos, aunque tampoco me parece que haya una super-interpretación por parte de nadie. Tampoco hacía falta contratar a John Berthal para dos escenas...

En conclusión, para mí Sicario es un peliculón pero no es mejor que la llegada. Notable alto.… Expand
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red_ninja_9Jul 24, 2017
Happened to stumble onto this movie. It was quite entertaining, this movie is comparable to "Training Day" - suspenseful cartel movie. Emily Blunt really didn't do much in the movie but complains, **** and has mental breakdowns. Del Toro wasHappened to stumble onto this movie. It was quite entertaining, this movie is comparable to "Training Day" - suspenseful cartel movie. Emily Blunt really didn't do much in the movie but complains, **** and has mental breakdowns. Del Toro was excellent. He was calm, cool, and collective. This movie is a must.… Expand
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eva3si0nNov 11, 2018
The excellent movie from Denis Villeneuve. Despite a simple plot the movie surprises with the realism. The excellent movie about a drug mafia. Without the American pathos and patriotism. Just excellent history reflecting our real life.
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TrailesqueJan 15, 2018
Emily Blunt plays a young drugs enforcement cop who gets roped into an operation that is more complicated than what she bargained for. Brolin, good as always, plays an agent with a hidden agenda, and the good guys begin to growEmily Blunt plays a young drugs enforcement cop who gets roped into an operation that is more complicated than what she bargained for. Brolin, good as always, plays an agent with a hidden agenda, and the good guys begin to grow indistinguishable from the bad boys. (SPOILER ALERT) There are some fine moments and an interesting subtext (the CIA was protecting the Medellin drug cartel, really?) But other sections drag, and the flick is hindered by a mediocre script and unsympathetic characters. Eventually it veers off into a predictable druglord revenge thriller bloodbath.… Expand
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BroyaxJun 25, 2018
Le "style Denis Villeneuve" s'affirme sensiblement dans ce Sicario, avant de se développer davantage dans le Blade Runner 2049 ... sans mentionner bien entendu le Premier Contact mais celui-ci m'était passé par dessus la tête et m'avaitLe "style Denis Villeneuve" s'affirme sensiblement dans ce Sicario, avant de se développer davantage dans le Blade Runner 2049 ... sans mentionner bien entendu le Premier Contact mais celui-ci m'était passé par dessus la tête et m'avait assommé plus vite qu'une boîte entière de somnifères ; le Blade ressorti de la tombe, quant à lui, était atteint d'un mauvais scénario et de longueurs terribles... bien que d'une beauté formelle sidérante, certes.

Mais ici avec Sicario, sa mise en scène très posée, articulée autour d'un scénario ici très malin, fait le poids et largement l'affaire. Et bien plus encore. Cela reste de temps en temps un peu lent mais on apprécie les ambiances que veut imposer le réalisateur, des ambiances fichtrement efficaces. Monsieur Villeneuve n'aime pas la musique, il aime les ambiances sonores, bizarres et soutenues pour illustrer ses images.

Il aime aussi beaucoup filmer avec le drone et je suis d'accord avec lui : les vues aériennes, c'est beau. Quant à l'action -quand il y en a- elle est toujours montée correctement et la caméra reste stable : tu as bien raison, Denis, la steadycam, c'est le bien. Et le cadrage, à savoir profiter du cinémascope au maximum, ça ne peut pas faire de mal non plus.

Pour revenir sur le scénario, il est des plus malins en effet de par sa capacité à nous mener en bateau mais se révèle hélas vers la fin un peu trop "hollywoodien", voire à la limite de l'incrédulité à la manière d'un bouquin de Tom Clancy... à moins que ce ne soit un clin d'oeil à Hitman, le jeu... C'est que sous ses habits très élégants, Sicario n'en demeure pas moins une grosse machine dans le petit monde des films triple A sur les gros trafiquants de drogue.

Mais on s'y complaît volontiers, surtout lorsqu'il est servi par l'excellent Benicio del Toro toujours d'une intensité extraordinaire ici, le sympathique baroudeur Josh Brolin et la si jolie Emily Blunt qui s'affirme comme la nana en vogue à Hollywood, ou l'une des très rares nanas qui méritent la vogue pour leur talent évident, leur charisme naturel et leur personnalité. Emily, forte et vulnérable à la fois, incarne à merveille ce personnage témoin d'une narco-guerre où tous les coups sont permis...

Un film de grande qualité donc, on l'aura compris, qui brille par sa réalisation originale et bien léchée avec une superbe Emily qui sait quand il faut la fermer... (j'en rigole encore, de cette scène, d'une tension exceptionnelle !).… Expand
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SomePersonaJan 23, 2017
This movie is dark and slow and menacing. It's an excellent action movie with no real physical action in it. What really makes it one of the best movies of 2015 is its disturbing, twisted ending. And the score is incredible.
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DeanomiteDec 29, 2019
The best movie of 2015, Denis Villeneuve really hit a home run. A career best performance from Emily Blunt didn't hurt, neither did some of the best midwest photography ever made from Roger Deakins. Benecio del Toro and Josh Brolin alsoThe best movie of 2015, Denis Villeneuve really hit a home run. A career best performance from Emily Blunt didn't hurt, neither did some of the best midwest photography ever made from Roger Deakins. Benecio del Toro and Josh Brolin also gave flawless performances, a script that was incredibly well written and timely also helped.… Expand
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UnskyJul 24, 2017
Some shoots just looked amazing. The visuals were really good and so was the acting. On the other hand I kinda felt that the plot didn't progress and it was frustrating. This doesn't change the fact that my overall impression is really positive.
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NBFCJan 9, 2018
Taking it’s title from the Spanish word for “hitman”, this riveting crime-thriller directed by Denis Villeneuve (Prisoners, Arrival, Blade Runner 2049) follows an FBI agent (Emily Blunt) who is enlisted by a government task force (headed byTaking it’s title from the Spanish word for “hitman”, this riveting crime-thriller directed by Denis Villeneuve (Prisoners, Arrival, Blade Runner 2049) follows an FBI agent (Emily Blunt) who is enlisted by a government task force (headed by Josh Brolin) to bring down the leader of a powerful and brutal Mexican drug cartel. Equal parts police-procedural and action-thriller, Villeneuve (one of the best directors working in Hollywood today) Hurt Locker-style ultra-realistic but artful approach gives way to some of the most intense scenes in recent memory from the opening raid to the masterful almost Hitchcockian border-crossing sequence. And lets not forget that dope night-vision sequence!!!

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Mihael_Prislin0Jan 11, 2018
Ohh my God!! Spoiler alert, this movie is aweeeesome!!! Denis Villeneuve again.. Oh my god what a director! Again he showed us how briliant, visionary and detailed he could be! Although the movie has this black tone and dark atmosphere, heOhh my God!! Spoiler alert, this movie is aweeeesome!!! Denis Villeneuve again.. Oh my god what a director! Again he showed us how briliant, visionary and detailed he could be! Although the movie has this black tone and dark atmosphere, he put Shane in the movie and everything became easier! Performances like Emily Blunt and Benicio del Tor deserves at least an Oscar nomination! You won't be dissapointed with this movie!!!… Expand
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WalterKovacsDec 26, 2017
Well executed scenes with great pacing. An exciting film that keeps you on the edge of your seat until the very end. A must see film.
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vgates14Dec 30, 2017
Benecio Del Toro, Emily Blunt and Josh Brolin combine with Dennis Villeneuve for what truly was one of the 5 Best movies of the year
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amheretojudgeJan 16, 2018
you gotta learn how to sleep on a plane..

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Sicario walks on its interesting perspective, intense execution and some chilling scenes but it also fumbles on its way down as it takes a lot of time to reach its destination.
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LYGApr 20, 2018
One of the best movies released in the last decade! Soundtrack, cinematography, script, actor performances, and technical aspects were simply ON POINT! Tactical aspects of the action were very well done and very clearly under the guidance ofOne of the best movies released in the last decade! Soundtrack, cinematography, script, actor performances, and technical aspects were simply ON POINT! Tactical aspects of the action were very well done and very clearly under the guidance of advisers with extensive tactical experience. While the grimness of the plot and the realities of the drug wars may be too much for some, this was simply a phenomenal film!… Expand
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merijnjFeb 21, 2018
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A thought provoking movie that takes the concept of conflict to a new direction.
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AndrewBurgeSep 29, 2018
'Sicario' has moments of sprawling tension, executed perfectly mostly through Joe Walker's precise editing and a nerve-wrecking score by the late Jóhann Jóhannsson. Of course, all encapsulated by Denis Villeneuve's striking directing style'Sicario' has moments of sprawling tension, executed perfectly mostly through Joe Walker's precise editing and a nerve-wrecking score by the late Jóhann Jóhannsson. Of course, all encapsulated by Denis Villeneuve's striking directing style and the great Roger Deakins' highly produced cinematography.

Two scenes steal the show in 'Sicario'. We have the convoy of all black Chevrolet jeeps passing through the Mexican Border. It is a scene presented with cutting-edge camera-movement and is a tense, stressful scene. The ending scene goes full 'Zero Dark Thirty' being a high definition demonstration of American Special Forces procedures filled with radio-chatter, drones and, most importantly, cover-up.

The film has outstanding production values and great performances by Benicio Del Toro and Josh Brolin. This is a film filled with secrets, eventual discoveries and careful realizations. Throughout all of it, we are being taken through a textbook executed war on drugs yet as we get closer to the ending another story unfolds. Taylor Sheridan's script makes this story work on many levels and as I got closer to the ending, the film accommodated me to the 'means to an end' philosophy of its characters. But then again, in a land where drug dealers mercilessly chop people and put them on display, school football matches being randomly interrupted by gunshots and families being torn apart by narcotics, this was not hard to do.

In the end, 'Sicario' might lack a certain sustenance and its lead character Kate Macer (Emily Blunt) might feel a bit passive, but, as a whole, the film gets its point across in a polished manner. Couldn't help but notice there were more mothers than fathers watching those football games...… Expand
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LegitSaltMay 6, 2020
Sicario is the only war movie that I can stomach, and in fact, I enjoy the movie despite it being quite depressing. Sicario is an unorthodox war movie because it encompasses a modern war not fought on fronts: the drug war. Villeneuve presentsSicario is the only war movie that I can stomach, and in fact, I enjoy the movie despite it being quite depressing. Sicario is an unorthodox war movie because it encompasses a modern war not fought on fronts: the drug war. Villeneuve presents war as a dehumanizing evil force, one that takes and never gives. Blunt and del Toro both give great performances, presenting souls tortured in different ways, getting more mangled throughout the movie. The casting was well done, and the costumes department also did a great job. The changes that the characters undergo are shown through the gradual darkening of their clothes. As the world grows bleaker and stakes escalate irreversibly the dark truth starts to bleed into all aspects of life, love, leisure, and relaxation. Sicario paints the world with a meticulous and bleak brush. The movie’s cinematography, sound design, and score make it a visceral watch, bubbling with tension. Villeneuve is a master on the rise, if not a master already. Sicario is both allegorical and cautionary. It rings perhaps too close to home for the modern world.… Expand
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ahmedaiman9999Apr 23, 2018
Besides the masterful technical aspect and the powerful performances, the movie has earned its place among the best revenge thriller movies due to telling this story from a new perspective.This is the thing that make every turning point andBesides the masterful technical aspect and the powerful performances, the movie has earned its place among the best revenge thriller movies due to telling this story from a new perspective.This is the thing that make every turning point and every reveal seems like a subtle plot twist.

The moral dilemma is the weakest point in Sicario; as it was represented in a very direct way, made me less captivated throughout the movie, and also made me take a while to engage with the story. (8/10)… Expand
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0326990qdiun123Jun 28, 2018
I love Emily Blunt I love Emily Blunt I love Emily Blunt I love Emily Blunt
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SWEEPtheLEG175Jul 7, 2018
Great film. Taylor Sheridan is doing good stuff. Love the intensity created in this film by the director.
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BladeLover2049Sep 7, 2018
The evil does not come from the other side of the border or from cocaine or heroin, it comes from within the human being. Even if the wolves are disguised as sheep. This movie is an absorbing introspection to hell. But not to the biblicalThe evil does not come from the other side of the border or from cocaine or heroin, it comes from within the human being. Even if the wolves are disguised as sheep. This movie is an absorbing introspection to hell. But not to the biblical hell or to the hell of Dante, if not to the hell that the human has created. Simply a marvel.… Expand
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AllanbaxterOct 4, 2018
I have watched Sicario 4 times now. I love the grit of the movie and they make no bones about getting real. Benecio plays the perfect Alejandro. This movie could have gone on forever and I would have watched it.
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RobertWangNov 2, 2018
With a brilliant script and not afraid to show how things work between the cartels and the police, Sicario is a complex story, because this is a complex topic.
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RuyWangDec 22, 2018
With a brilliant script that's not afraid to show how dirty things really are when it comes to the cartels and the police, Sicario is a complex story, because this is a complex topic.
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MurphyBrandonJul 29, 2020
Great suspense that keeps you guessing about what is actually happening and who is giving the orders. The impact is heavy because it's set in a real modern-day conflict.
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MrScallopsJun 19, 2019
"Sicario" is a stylish, realistic and altogether professional crime film, showing the different sides of the Mexican drug war.
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CameAug 22, 2019
Sicario is a descent and solid crime thriller. You can expect some good performances, action scenes and other stuff.
Generally this is a good film and i don't have many words to describe it.
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o_retyDec 1, 2019
Realistic and gritty tale of war on drugs. Maybe a tad too long, but overall not bad.
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FilmanwaltDec 17, 2020
Direct hit! Sicario is exciting from start to finish. The atmosphere, the music and the individual characters and building blocks, everything seems threatening. You are actually on the edge of the seat all the time. An incredibly good film.
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BigLebowski324Apr 10, 2020
If you did not like this movie then you are a p**sy. #facts. It was fantastic. The cinematography, music score, storyline & acting were all top notch. In a Hollywood filled with entirely too much Marvel and CGI this was a masterpiece andIf you did not like this movie then you are a p**sy. #facts. It was fantastic. The cinematography, music score, storyline & acting were all top notch. In a Hollywood filled with entirely too much Marvel and CGI this was a masterpiece and true pleasure to see.… Expand
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DogeGamer2015Sep 7, 2021
Es una buena película de acción y suspenso; la trama es muy buena y las actuaciones de Emily Blunt, Benicio Del Toro y Josh Brolin son excelentes, es muy recomendable.
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buttermypugJun 20, 2020
Subjectively for myself sicario provides an attention to detail and thematic elements that I usually cant find in action dramas. The messages it shows are nuanced and never one sided. It can easily be said that although some characters areSubjectively for myself sicario provides an attention to detail and thematic elements that I usually cant find in action dramas. The messages it shows are nuanced and never one sided. It can easily be said that although some characters are worse than others no one in this film is truly a pure good guy. Captivating sequencing and great music gives me a reason to re watch this movie. Strongly recommend.… Expand
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geewahJan 5, 2021
Excellent. One of (if not) the films of 2015.
Sheridan's taut screenplay and Villenevue captivating directing, gel in this grim, confronting thriller. Del Toro and Blunt are excellent as well.
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AJ_13Jul 12, 2021
Intense, well acted and well shot action thriller. I definitely won't visit Juarez this summer.
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mikesgold2KMar 6, 2021
Świetnie zrealizowany i trzymający w napięciu film o walce z kartelem wedle powiedzenia ,,cel uświęca środki". Brutalny i przerażająco prawdziwy
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JamDaddyWildJan 29, 2021
I've come to expect great things from Dennis Villanueva and by god does he deliver with this movie. Some people may be turned off from this movie from it's a slower 45 minutes in the center of the movie or its extreme violence and cynicalI've come to expect great things from Dennis Villanueva and by god does he deliver with this movie. Some people may be turned off from this movie from it's a slower 45 minutes in the center of the movie or its extreme violence and cynical themes. But it is a truly great movie maybe not the best you've ever seen but certainly worth watching it pulls no punches in it's story telling. Which in my opinion makes this movie truly special.… Expand
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Abso_lute1Jul 12, 2021
A riveting film that is masterful in tension and undeniably very dark and realistic.
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