After the Sunset (2004)

18% of critics liked it
(138 reviews)
55% of users liked it
(41,460 ratings)

In this caper movie from director Brett Ratner, two brilliant criminals are lured out of retirement...or are they? Max Burdett (Pierce Brosnan) is a master jewel thief who, with the help of his accomplice and lover Lola Cirillo (Salma Hayek), has stolen two of the three Napoleon diamonds, among the… More In this caper movie from director Brett Ratner, two brilliant criminals are lured out of retirement...or are they? Max Burdett (Pierce Brosnan) is a master jewel thief who, with the help of his accomplice and lover Lola Cirillo (Salma Hayek), has stolen two of the three Napoleon diamonds, among the most valuable gems on Earth. Stanley Lloyd (Woody Harrelson) is an FBI agent who has been on Burdett's trail for years and is especially eager to bring him to justice after a humiliating incident in which Max swiped one of the Napoleons out from under Stanley's nose. But word has it that Max and Lola have abandoned their lives of crime, and they've taken up residence on an idyllic island in the Bahamas, where they're living the good life on their ill-gotten fortune. Lloyd is not convinced they're out of the game for good, and when he learns that the third Napoleon diamond will be on display aboard a cruise ship headed in Max's direction, Lloyd joins forces with Sophie (Naomie Harris), a Paradise Island police detective, to catch Max and Lola red handed. Henry Moore (Don Cheadle), an expatriate American gangster who also lives on the island, doesn't believe Max has gone straight either and tries to rope him into stealing the jewel for him. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi

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Rating, Runtime: PG-13, 1 hr. 37 min.
Directed By: Brett Ratner
Written By: Craig Rosenberg, Paul Zbyszewski
Genres: Drama, Action & Adventure, Comedy

In Theaters: Nov 12, 2004 Wide
On DVD: Mar 29, 2005
Studio: New Line Cinema

Critic Reviews

Jonathan Rosenbaum, Chicago Reader
A deliberately mindless action comedy that invites us to lose ourselves, without any PC guilt, in its hedonistic enticements.
Peter Travers, Rolling Stone
A movie utterly devoid of wit , excitement and any reason for being.
Richard Roeper, Ebert & Roeper
Shot in the Bahamas with lots of plugs for the Atlantis resort, After the Sunset looks great but is the cinematic equivalent of empty calories.
Stephen Hunter, Washington Post
The film is thin, insipid and unconvincing except when it argues for Salma Hayek's beauty.
Peter Howell, Toronto Star
One of the most lackadaisical Hollywood projects of the year.
Carla Meyer, San Francisco Chronicle
[A] mostly terrible heist comedy.
Nell Minow, Common Sense Media
Unappealing characters and a dumb story. Skip it.
David Nusair, Reel Film Reviews
...a fluffy time-killer.
Prairie Miller, Long Island Press
The mix of thievery intrigue, humor, exotic slacking and animal attraction are a classy recipe for stealing audience affections.
Peter T. Chattaway, Christianity Today
After the Sunset is the sort of movie that may not find its ideal audience until channel-surfing insomniacs discover it late some evening, long, long after sunset indeed.
Anil Sinanan, Time Out
Audiences seeking mild diversion might prefer approaching it as Lola does her new surroundings: 'The challenge is to find joy in simple things'.
William Thomas, Empire Magazine
As guilty pleasures go, this is as good as three rum punches on a hot afternoon at a beach bar. It won't do you any good, but hey, it's a lot of fun.
Nick Schager, Lessons of Darkness
Behind the curve.
Mark Pfeiffer, Reel Times: Reflections on Cinema
The dialogue mimics the terseness [of Elmore Leonard's work] without the snap or humor. Almost every word sounds recycled from another movie.
Forrest Hartman, Reno Gazette-Journal
Folks who like these actors will probably have fun with the film. Just don't go in with high expectations, as the script and direction are merely average.
Brent Simon, Now Playing Magazine
After the Sunset has the good fortune of having director Brett Ratner -- the sugar-rush peddler of the Rush Hour movies, among others -- on its side.
Ed Gonzalez, Slant Magazine
Kudos to Brett Ratner for at least acknowledging that the film's gay jokes are cheap-doesn't make him any less of a ****, but still.

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Film C

Well although not rated in the highest aspect at all i still thought this was an okay and watchable movie, even if its just a simple movie to watch on a late sunday evening whilst pottering about!
♥Robyn

It is a movie that looks like a James Bond movie but isnt, while Pierce Brosnan acts very much like 007 but the movie does not have all the juice. Well Pierce Brosnan (playing Max Burdett) and Salma Hayek (playing Lola Cirillo) are diamond thieves and have decided to… More
It is a movie that looks like a James Bond movie but isnt, while Pierce Brosnan acts very much like 007 but the movie does not have all the juice. Well Pierce Brosnan (playing Max Burdett) and Salma Hayek (playing Lola Cirillo) are diamond thieves and have decided to "retire" in the Paradise Islands in the Bahamas. Lola wants them to enjoy their wealth and stay away from crime. An FBI agent (played by Woody Harrelson) still wants to catch them though and almost does.There is lots of action packed drama played out mostly on the beautiful tropical island
Lady D

Almost a little similar to the character that Brosnan played in The Thomas Crown Affair, yet a good relationship developed with Woody Harrelson, easy watching, no brainer
Chris G

After The Sunset is another example of what James Bond does when he retires.Sometimes he becomes Harrison Ford's dad. Sometimes he ends up in The Spice Girls Movie or Boat Trip (+1). Occasionally he ends up being in films co starring The Nanny or Daffy Duck. Or you end up being… More
After The Sunset is another example of what James Bond does when he retires.Sometimes he becomes Harrison Ford's dad. Sometimes he ends up in The Spice Girls Movie or Boat Trip (+1). Occasionally he ends up being in films co starring The Nanny or Daffy Duck. Or you end up being George Lazenby. So welcome, Pierce, to the pasture that holds all of the former 007's. You'll never live it down (unless you're Scottish). The film is about a jewel thief (Brosnon) who commits his last heist with his girl (Salma Hayek) so that he can retire to the Bahamas. Of course, we know it won't be his last heist because there's still an hour and a half left in the film. The couple are living the good life to its dullest until the FBI man he ruined (Woody Harrelson) shows up to harass our thief over a cruise ship docked on the island that holds yet another huge, unsellable diamond. To make a long story short. Sure, the film is way over the top with most of the characters having telekinetic powers. It's like a criminal X-Men because they can plan each others moves like clockwork. The script is ridiculous and knows it. That's what's OK about this film. it knows its borderline crap and goes with it. There isn't much action involved with Brosnon making Harrelson look like a horses ass throughout the film, but it's acceptable because it won't really bore you. And it's better than Mamma Mia.
Anthony L

Quite good considering I had not expectations for it! Brosnan is still a bit Bond like though and will have to work hard to shake the typecast!
danny d

brosnans best non bond film, good flick
Jason S

It was trying to cash in on the heist flick craze of the time and I don't think it really delivered. It has a huge cast thought and it was sad not to see it used to it's full potential.
Pierluigi P

A movie with nothing new nor distinctive to offer. still mildly charming. a harmless entertainment.
Dean !

All star cast in this mix of buddy/action/heist movie with a tropical setting. Perfect for a rainy night in!
Roy G

A predictable but fun heist movie
Al S

A great caper flick. Packs on action, humor and brilliant twist that has you guessing till the very end. Wildly hilarious. It mixes romance, suspense and buddy comedy all in one fun movie.
Aaron N

It has Don Cheadle and plenty of scenes with Salma Hayek scantily clad, and that's enough for me.
Steven V

Good movie. The storyline wasn't as fleshed out as it should have been and so the leaps in logic are a little daunting. This movie is funny dramatic action packed and has a touch of romance.
Joseph E

Tried too hard, an ended up all over the place. I was confused.
Nicolas K

Quite entertaining. Goes well with a big tub of popcorn and soda.
Lee K

briliant well thought drama, nice to keep seeing pierce pop up now and then he is a great actor and so many of the ex 007's usually dont do much after the effect, bravo pierce
Leo L

Great!
Moe E

Pierce Brosnan and Salma Hayek are a pair of jewel thieves who've retired after their last big score to the island paradise of Nassau in The Bahamas. Woody Harrelson is the bumbling FBI agent who follows them, looking to settle an old grudge. Don Cheadle and Naomie Harris provide… More
Pierce Brosnan and Salma Hayek are a pair of jewel thieves who've retired after their last big score to the island paradise of Nassau in The Bahamas. Woody Harrelson is the bumbling FBI agent who follows them, looking to settle an old grudge. Don Cheadle and Naomie Harris provide the support in this beautifully shot, light comedy/crime drama from director Brett Ratner.
Jay R

Not a big fan of Brett Ratner... but this movie is enjoyable and isn't overpopulated with unnecessary crap...