2016 * R * 1h 56m If you're up for an action-packed, fun-filled no-brainer of a movie, give this one a shot. It stars Russell Crowe as Jackson Healy and Ryan Gosling as Holland March, a couple of knuckle-headed Private Eyes working in 1970s Las Angeles. They meet while looking into the apparent suicide of a famous porn star Misty Mountains. Holland isn't the brightest tool in the shed, and Healy is a bit of a thug, complete with a set of brass knuckles. Together they team up to look for Amelia, a person of interest.
If I tried to explain the plot further, it would start to not make a whole lot of sense. In fact, this is one of those films where you really shouldn't overthink it and just sit back and enjoy the action, acting, and the humorous dialogue. I especially enjoyed the performance of Angourie Rice who plays Holly, Holland's precocious 13-year old daughter. She a real smart-ass and adds a bit of extra fun to the movie. Look for her to do some good things in the future!
I really don't know why this one flew under the radar--I'd never heard of it until it popped up as a rec on Netflix. Note to parents: The movie is rated R due to nudity and foul language. But I think it would be okay for a mature teenage kid.
3 1/2 out of 5 stars
Currently streaming on Netflix and to rent on Prime Video.
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