The Old Man and the Gun

— I enjoyed “The Old Man and the Gun," a fairly light film with a great cast, mostly based on a true story, that just requires you to go along for the ride with no need for additional thought or introspection. The film flows well, thanks to some judicious editing and a decent narrative but, as much as anything, thanks to Redford’s charisma which hasn’t dimmed anymore than the twinkle in his eyes over all these years, and still almost overshadows his acting abilities to say nothing of Sissy Spacek’s considerable talent. It may not be his best film, but it’s enough to make anyone wish he hadn’t retired from film acting.

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[2018. 93 min. Directed by David Lowery. Starring Robert Redford, Casey Affleck, Sissy Spacek, and Danny Glover.]
https://www.newyorker.com/culture/the-front-row/review-the-old-man-and-the-gun-is-a-peak-in-robert-redfords-career