Sleepers

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Oliver C @OliverClose Aug 18 Sleepers is a grim, emotionally bruising crime drama about friendship, trauma, revenge, and the price of trying to make the past answer for itself. The performances are exceptional, particularly Brad Pitt, Robert De Niro, and Dustin Hoffman, who give the story a human weight that keeps it from becoming merely a revenge tale. The film understands that justice and vengeance can look frighteningly similar when viewed through the eyes of the wounded. Dark, powerful, and deeply unsettling, Sleepers is a story about boys who survive the unthinkable, and men who refuse to let it be forgotten. See more Thyaagu C @Thyaagu Jun 28 Fantastic from start to finish. If I had one wish, it’d be for the film to fully commit to either the brutal personal revenge or the courtroom investigation. It does both well, but focusing on one could’ve turned a great film into an unforgettable one. See more Amber W @amber_jw Jun 18 an absolutely amazing film. emotional and touchy but brings so much light to issues like this in the world with morales and friendship behind it. 10/10, fabulous acting with a good message. See more Lucile F @lucile_fl Jun 14 Sleepers is a deeply emotional film about the innocence of a child, consequences and revenge. It shines a light on the abuse that goes on behind closed doors, domestically as well as in public establishments like schools. The issue with this film is the script itself, which is straightforward and sadly leaves no room for interpretation or suspense. Additionally, the second half of the film is almost exclusively set in the court, which can become long winded and repetitive and causes the loss of the film’s particular character. Sleepers remains a great film nevertheless and interpreted by an exquisite cast. See more Emmanuel W. @NolimitE May 18 One and done type of movie. See more Christina D. @NinaNinaBobina May 3 This haunting and disturbing story has stayed with me since I saw it many years ago when it came out. The ensemble cast is mesmerizing. The friendship is enduring. Absolutely a must see! See more Read all reviews

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