This week we have a high-octane Friday Night Movie on Netflix that puts the pedal to the metal with “Baby Driver,” a 2017 action film that combines high-octane heist sequences with a killer soundtrack. Directed by Edgar Wright, known for his visually inventive style, and a star-studded lineup — this film won’t disappoint for your Friday night viewing.
Plot
“Baby Driver” follows the life of Baby, a talented young getaway driver who relies on the beat of his personal soundtrack to be the best in the game. After being coerced into working for a crime boss, Baby finds himself taking part in a doomed heist that threatens his life and freedom. As he seeks a way out, the film introduces a cast of eclectic and dangerous characters, each more entangled in this criminal world than the last.
As Baby plans his escape, he falls for a diner waitress named Debora, which complicates his plans further. Their romance brings a humanising element to Baby’s life of crime, setting up a conflict between his desire for love and his need for one last job to break free.
Cast
“Baby Driver” stars Ansel Elgort as Baby, with a quiet demeanour yet remarkable driving skills. Kevin Spacey plays Doc, the mastermind behind the criminal operations, who both mentors and manipulates Baby. Adding to the ensemble are Jon Hamm and Eiza González as a pair of Bonnie and Clyde-esque bank robbers. Jamie Foxx also stands out as Bats, the most unhinged of the crew, whose unpredictability threatens to derail everything.
Reviews
On Rotten Tomatoes, the film boasts a high approval rating from both critics and audience — with critics scoring the film 92% and audiences 86% praising the film for its innovative integration of music and dynamic car chase sequences.
Similarly, its rating on IMDb with over 600,000 reviews the film has also received high praise with a 7.5 rating, delivering on both action and narrative depth.
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Until next week!