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• John M

  
  The classic female buddy movie. A movie that shot its stars to fame in a hurry.

• Alexander D

  
  It's actresses such as Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon that inject likability, even if their actions are far from agreeable and their moral standards far from admirable. It's not the actresses themselves that give the film its witty spark, but how they so profoundly develop… More
  It's actresses such as Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon that inject likability, even if their actions are far from agreeable and their moral standards far from admirable. It's not the actresses themselves that give the film its witty spark, but how they so profoundly develop their characters from first-timer Callie Khouri's Oscar-winning screenplay. These two gals are implausibly ruthless and bold; stunningly enough, the noteworthy feminist quality of the story itself is never stepped down by the typical "you go, girl" corn. There's also a fabulous amount of style, only adding even more atmosphere to the film: Thelma and Louise's road trip is highlighted by dozens of memorable tunes that deliver a sense of their personalities.

• Emil K

  
  While Thelma & Louise is not exactly a good or neither bad film, it is nothing that special either. It might be that it just falls in being avergage entertainment with some feminist overtones. Actually this is not a film about some women turning into vengeful action heroes, it is… More
  While Thelma & Louise is not exactly a good or neither bad film, it is nothing that special either. It might be that it just falls in being avergage entertainment with some feminist overtones. Actually this is not a film about some women turning into vengeful action heroes, it is definetly a road-movie which mixes comedy, drama and some action. The pace of the film is fine, but the different elements of the screenplay by Callie Khouri just does not fit into right places. Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon are likeable and charming leading pair. Especially Sarandon manages to dig much deeper into her character than the screenplay even would let her allow. There is something which feels true in her performance. Director Ridley Scott does what he can with the screenplay as weak as here, but quite frankly even his mastery behind the camera cannot rise this film from being just awfully uneven. I actually wanted to like this film more, because i think that raod-movies usually has rare poetic quality in them. I could not find that quality in here. Only poetic thing here is Adrian Biddle's fantastic cinematography which captures the beautiful desert landscapes perfectly. This film also suffers from utterly cheesy and ridicilous ending that must be one the most stupidest of 90's. I mean, it truly is corny as hell. I find Thelma & Louise nothing more than a neglible two hours of silly pop-corn entertainment.

• Directors C

  
  Most certainly not an under done chick flick. It's premise suggests ultra feminism and typically mean hearted humour but Thelma and Louise is actually intelligent, entertaining, gripping and ambitious to challenge one's emotions.

• Cassie H

  
  Thelma Dickinson and Louise Sawyer are best friends who are both unhappy with their lives. Thelma is married to Darryl (Christopher McDonald), who treats her like crap and never lets her do the things that she wants to do. Louise has a boyfriend, Jimmy Lenox (Michael Madsen), who… More
  Thelma Dickinson and Louise Sawyer are best friends who are both unhappy with their lives. Thelma is married to Darryl (Christopher McDonald), who treats her like crap and never lets her do the things that she wants to do. Louise has a boyfriend, Jimmy Lenox (Michael Madsen), who loves her but refuses to marry her. They set off on a grand adventure that starts off nice and pleasant until Louise shoots Harlan Puckett (Timothy Carhart), a major douchebag asshole that sexually assaults Thelma when shes drunk. They drive off, claiming that they will try to get to Mexico. Along the way they pick up thief-drifter, J.D. (Brad Pitt), who steals their money and takes off. Then, to get money for things, Thelma robs a bank, so now they could possibly be charged with armed robbery. Basically, in classy terms, this pair is the female equivalent of Bonnie & Clyde, two outlaws having fun while finding a side of themselves that they never knew quite existed. Great, and fun story line. A movie that you'll want to watch again and again, just for the pure and high racing fun of this movie.

• Jason O

  
  Unforgettable film...especially the ending!

• Jeff "

  
  For the longest time I passed up on Thelma & Louise for the stupid fact that I thought it would be a "chick flick". Boy was I wrong. Thelma & Louise is a stellar crime film with a great cast. I won't get into detail about the plot because this is one of those… More
  For the longest time I passed up on Thelma & Louise for the stupid fact that I thought it would be a "chick flick". Boy was I wrong. Thelma & Louise is a stellar crime film with a great cast. I won't get into detail about the plot because this is one of those films of which everyone has heard of. The cast of actors are terrific, and they each bring something unique to the screen. When Thelma & Louise become accidental outlaws they try to outrun the cops and make it to Mexico. The film finishes off with one of the most memorable and possibly famous endings in film history. Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon have great chemistry on-screen and they make their characters believable. This is a highly entertaining film that you won't forget. Thelma & Louise is an essential film to watch if you enjoy road trip films. Don't be fooled by this film, I was for a long time, and when I finally saw it; I was blown away. This is a thrilling crime drama with an engaging story, a great cast and awesome directing from Ridley Scott. Thelma & Louise is a wonderful film. It's no wonder why this film has got the reputation it has garnered since its initial release. The film is a unique blend of crime, drama and action. The acting on Davis' and Sarandon's part is excellent and they truly make this film something to see. Like I said, I was mislead about this film, and I finally decided to see it, and I was very surprised. This is one of the best road trip films, and it's one of the most memorable ones at that.

• erika b

  
  Thelma & Louise is about two friends that go on a vacation to get away their unstable life. Then they went to bar and then one of them murder a man. Then they started to freak out. They try to make to Mexico with the cops on their track. Pros Good acting and plot Good performance… More
  Thelma & Louise is about two friends that go on a vacation to get away their unstable life. Then they went to bar and then one of them murder a man. Then they started to freak out. They try to make to Mexico with the cops on their track. Pros Good acting and plot Good performance by the 2 main leads Also good acting by brad Pitt Edge of seat film. Good action and music. Classic ending True classic and one of 90's best.

• Jim C

  
  Thelma and Loise is not only a genius movie, its one of Ridley Scotts best.

• Melvin W

  
  Thelma: You said you 'n' me was gonna get out of town and for once just really let our hair down. Well darlin', look out 'cause my hair is comin' down!  "Somebody said get a life... so they did." What a great movie Thelma and Louise is. I expected… More
  Thelma: You said you 'n' me was gonna get out of town and for once just really let our hair down. Well darlin', look out 'cause my hair is comin' down!  "Somebody said get a life... so they did." What a great movie Thelma and Louise is. I expected a lot because of all the good things I had heard and because of Ridley Scott. The guy just makes great movies. I really enjoyed Thelma and Louise for a variety of reasons. Number 1: Geena Davis and Susan Surandon were great. Number 2: An awesome supporting cast, including Harvey Keitel , Brad Pitt, Michael Madsen and the first time I've really like a performance from Christopher McDonald. Number 3: The absolute stunning cinematography by Adrian Biddle. The movie is beautiful to look at. Number 4: An awesome score from the great Hans Zimmer. I could go on some more talking about the good pacing and some of the more wonderful scenes, but I'll just leave it with those 4 reasons as to why I loved the film. The story centers around two friends who are taking off for a couple of days. They want to get away from their dull lives for awhile and have some fun for a change. Things soon go wrong and they end up on the run. The great thing about the story is that the characters are fun to watch and extremely likable. The movie is dramatic, funny and very entertaining.  This ranks with some of my favorite's from Scott; like, Matchstick Men and Alien. This movie is really well made on every level. There is nothing lacking. Everything is top notch; from the performances to the screenplay, from the cinematography to the music. There is nothing here to complain about. In my opinion it's a must watch.

• Lorenzo v

  
  <i>"I don't ever remember feeling this awake."</i> An Arkansas waitress and a housewife shoot a rapist and take off in a '66 Thunderbird. <center><font size=+2 face="Century… More
  <i>"I don't ever remember feeling this awake."</i> An Arkansas waitress and a housewife shoot a rapist and take off in a '66 Thunderbird. <center><font size=+2 face="Century Schoolbook"><b><u>REVIEW</u></b></font></center> To escape the unrelenting dullness of their everyday lives, two middle aged Southern women head out on a vacation together. Thelma is a ditsy, innocent homebody married to an unlikeable car salesman. Louise is smart, worldly, distrusting, and a careful planner who works as a waitress. The story starts off routinely as their road trip begins, but takes a non-routine turn when an incident occurs at a restaurant. From then on, the story gradually evolves into a majestic odyssey built on a foreboding sense of desperation, as the two women drive ever westward, through the rugged badlands of the American Southwest. Indeed, this film reminds me a lot of the 1973 classic "Badlands"; except that, as seekers of freedom, Thelma and Louise are far more sympathetic than the two lead characters in the earlier film. Both Geena Davis as Thelma, and Susan Sarandon as Louise, give terrific performances. They imbue their characters with complex traits that present Thelma and Louise as vibrant and believable, flawed but very human. In support roles, Harvey Keitel as the main detective and Brad Pitt as a drifter named J.D. enhance the film's overall quality of acting. Dialogue lends credible support to the story's characterizations, like when Thelma asks J.D. about his previous petty robbery experience. J.D. purrs in an oh-so-non-threatening way: "Well now, I've always believed that if done properly, armed robbery doesn't have to be a totally unpleasant experience". And Thelma's nature is such that her encounter with J.D. foreshadows the film's ending, which is both emotional and noble. Filled with mostly country/western music, the film exudes a mournful tone. I particularly like the songs "Part Of You, Part Of Me" by Glenn Frey, and "The Ballad Of Lucy Jordan" by Marianne Faithful. "Thelma & Louise" is a very American-type film, filled with dirt roads, open highway, expansive landscapes, and two likable women in search of freedom and self discovery. Technically well made, the film has both entertainment value and thematic depth.

• Dan S

  
  A flawed if very compelling look at two women who become desperadoes after one of them is almost raped by a drunk idiot, and an ugly murder results. There are some problems with how the men in the movie are portrayed (all of them are shallow, stupid pricks for the most part, save for… More
  A flawed if very compelling look at two women who become desperadoes after one of them is almost raped by a drunk idiot, and an ugly murder results. There are some problems with how the men in the movie are portrayed (all of them are shallow, stupid pricks for the most part, save for Harvey Keitel's character), but the movie is still hugely entertaining thanks to two tremendous performances from both Sarandon and Davis, and a poetic, somewhat devastating finale. Not the perfect "chick flick" many claim, it also has a couple plot holes here and there, but still a fun, mostly well-done movie.

• Fernando Rafael Q

  
  Well shot, accompanied by an enchanting score by Hans Zimmer, THELMA AND LOUISE is a complete classic. Features powerhouse performances from Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon, as well as a breakthrough turn from one of the brightest stars of our time, Brad Pitt. Equally hilarious and… More
  Well shot, accompanied by an enchanting score by Hans Zimmer, THELMA AND LOUISE is a complete classic. Features powerhouse performances from Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon, as well as a breakthrough turn from one of the brightest stars of our time, Brad Pitt. Equally hilarious and heart-wrenching, this dark comedy is one for the ages.

• Aaron N

  
  Thelma: Are you sure we should be driving like this, I mean in broad daylight and everything? Louise Sawyer: No we shouldn't, but I want to put some distance between us and the scene of our last goddamn crime. You know, with the number of spoofs and the memory women have of… More
  Thelma: Are you sure we should be driving like this, I mean in broad daylight and everything? Louise Sawyer: No we shouldn't, but I want to put some distance between us and the scene of our last goddamn crime. You know, with the number of spoofs and the memory women have of this young Brad Pitt role, it seems that people have forgotten how much of a good movie this is. Its well acted and directed, taking the road movie genre and adding a new dimension by putting two strong female leads in the main roles. Susan Surandon and Geena Davis star as best friends, both living shitty lives in Arkansas. Surandon's Louise is a waitress with a dark past and Davis's Thelmla is a bored housewife with a dick husband, played by Chistopher "Shooter McGavin" McDonald. Thelma and Louise ditch their lives for a planned weekend vacation between them, only to run into some bad trouble. While stopped at a bar, Thelma is nearly raped, with Louise arriving in time to defend her, killing the man in the process. Now the two are on the run. Along the way, the deal with a drifter/robber played by Brad Pitt and Thelma's boyfriend played by Michael Madsen. Louise Sawyer: You've always been crazy, this is just the first chance you've had to express yourself. Harvey Keitel also stars as a cop on the trail of the two women, knowing that they are probably more innocent than it would seem, hoping to catch them before they get into more trouble. He is aided by an FBI agent, played by the always awesome in a nerdy way, Stephen Tobolowsky. It may not seem like it, but between his sci-fi fantasy films and some epic/war flicks, Ridley Scott was behind the lens directing this picture and this clearly has the elements of a Scott film, albeit with added female empowerment themes making themselves very clearly apparent. Its a road buddy movie, but set in the midwest, there are plenty of large scale shots of the girls driving their car driving through vast landscapes, which is all handled quite well. The chemistry between the two feels quite natural and the way they develop over the course of the film is handled well enough. I really enjoyed all the performances here. Of course the two leads are great, but you have a handful of supporting actors who really shine as well. McDonald plays a good asshole, Keitel is understated as the good cop who could clearly be in badass Keitel mode if he wanted to be, but it is Michael Madsen who does great work here. Along with playing it too cool for school, his character has an added sense of vulnerability and sympathy that you just don't see in other roles usually reserved for the badass persona that Madsen can supply. Not being a country music fan, I can forgive the soundtrack just because Hans Zimmer does a great job with the film. The film feels a little long, only to break into its ending quite quickly, but its still enjoyable and well handled all around. Thelma: But, umm, I don't know, you know, something's, like, crossed over in me and I can't go back, I mean I just couldn't live. Louise Sawyer: I know, I know what you mean. Anyway, don't wanna end up on the damned Giraldo show.

• Film C

  
  SUSANS CHARACTER: You can't justify stealing. GEENAS CHARACTER: Right, Where did you get that hat? SUSANS CHARACTER: I stole it. Officially my favourite movie! Absolutely loved it, it was amazing, the writing was brilliant, it was hilarious when it needed to be, the acting… More
  SUSANS CHARACTER: You can't justify stealing. GEENAS CHARACTER: Right, Where did you get that hat? SUSANS CHARACTER: I stole it. Officially my favourite movie! Absolutely loved it, it was amazing, the writing was brilliant, it was hilarious when it needed to be, the acting from everyone was fantastic, geena and susan were a brilliant match for these roles it wouldnt of been this good without them! This movie is hilarious, and extremely entertaining with a great storyline and i really surprising loved the ending! Susan and Geena play two women who go on a road trip, susans character is more of a strong person and we get to hear about her past and why its personal. Geenas character is a timid person who when on this trip gets to open her eyes and also fulfil herself as a person! I really great movie that is not predictable at all and is entertaining throughout! Really worth a watch!!

• Anthony L

  
  I found it a bit tiresome and unconvincing, just drive off the cliff already!

• Martin S

  
  It was a good movie. A little slow at time but it's all worth it to see the great ending

• Lady D

  
  A chick flick with a difference! The unfortunate escalation of events turns into an unlikely adventure of a lifetime when an innocent road trip turns into a unexpected rebelious crime spree.

• Chris W

  
  The quintessential "chick flick/road movie", Thelma and Louise still holds up to this day as a funny, heartfelt, and well acted dramedy.

• Candy R

  
  Great adventure movie. Thelma and Louise are best friends who get up to a lot of mischief when they're on the run - from murder, armed robbery to blowing up an oil tanker! Brad Pitt makes a cameo - he is very hot! Great road trip scenes through the Grand Canyon.

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