Jackie Brown

Name: Jackie Brown
Released: 1997-12-25T00:00:00-05:00

R 1997 Crime, Drama, Thriller · 2h 34m

Jackie Brown is a flight attendant who gets caught in the middle of smuggling cash into the country for her gunrunner boss. When the cops try to use Jackie to get to her boss, she hatches a plan — with help from a bail bondsman — to keep the money for herself.

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About Jackie Brown

Jackie Brown, a resourceful flight attendant, finds herself entangled in a dangerous game when she's caught smuggling money for Ordell Robbie, a ruthless gunrunner. Facing pressure from both the authorities who want to use her to get to Ordell and Ordell himself, who sees her as a liability, Jackie decides to play both sides. With the help of Max Cherry, a world-weary bail bondsman who develops a connection with her, Jackie crafts a cunning plan to outsmart everyone, keep the money, and escape her precarious situation. It is a story of survival, wit, and unexpected romance in the criminal underworld. Jackie's intelligence and resilience are tested as she navigates a complex web of deceit, proving that she's more than just a pawn in someone else's game.

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Cast and Characters

Directed by Quentin Tarantino, Jackie Brown boasts an exceptional ensemble cast. Pam Grier delivers a career-defining performance as Jackie Brown, the titular flight attendant. Samuel L. Jackson is electrifying as Ordell Robbie, the charismatic but dangerous gunrunner. Robert De Niro portrays Louis Gara, a quiet and withdrawn ex-con. Bridget Fonda plays Melanie Ralston, Ordell's beach bunny girlfriend. Michael Keaton shines as Ray Nicolette, a determined ATF agent. Robert Forster delivers a nuanced and memorable performance as Max Cherry, the thoughtful bail bondsman who becomes Jackie's confidant.

What people like about Jackie Brown

Critics and audiences alike praised Jackie Brown for its sharp writing, stellar performances, and deliberate pacing. Many lauded Pam Grier's powerful portrayal of Jackie Brown, noting her strength and vulnerability. Samuel L. Jackson's performance as Ordell Robbie was also widely acclaimed for its energy and menace. The film's intricate plot and complex characters were also praised, with many appreciating Tarantino's willingness to slow down the pace and focus on character development. The soundtrack, featuring a mix of soul, funk, and R&B, was also a highlight for many viewers, perfectly complementing the film's atmosphere and themes.

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Movie Score

74%

Released

December 25, 1997

Director

Quentin Tarantino

Cast

Pam Grier, Samuel L. Jackson, Robert De Niro, Bridget Fonda, Michael Keaton, Robert Forster

Genre

Crime, Drama, Thriller

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