When you three of the best actors in Hollywood in their 80's and teaming up for a remake of one of the best old timer comedies from the 70's, you're bound to get a formula for laughs and wits in a film that shows that you don't take advantage of senior citizens. Academy Award winners Morgan Freeman, Michael Caine, and Alan Arkin show just that by starring in the heist comedy "Going In Style" - based on the 1979 film of the same name by Martin Brest and this remake directed by Zach Braff. While it certainly isn't something the blockbuster season will take notice of, never underestimate this underdog of a laughtrip -as the three elders get even with the system after getting their pensions revoked unfairly. How do they do this? By deciding to learn the ropes of being bank robbers and pulling the job of their (late) lifetimes.
Opening last week on April 6th, I got to see the film courtesy of Warner Bros. Philippines, and I can genuinely say that I had a lot of fun! Caine, Freeman, and Arkin play good ol' buddies who like to bicker, complain, and reflect on what they have going for their lives in their old age. They have families and loved ones, and try to make the most out of their respective situations. It's only when they are literally "screwed over" by the system that they need to take desperate measures.
After witnessing a bank robbery that gives him the idea to take a chance and get even with a selfish system, Joe (Michael Caine) plans with his friends Willie (Morgan Freeman) and Albert (Alan Arkin) to get their money back and give the rest of their "earnings" to charity. What follows is a comedy that has risks and mistakes that old men make, as well as the love and commitment they have for their family and each other as friends.
As a comedy that literally goes for goofs and a plot to steal with the right intentions involved, Going in Style is the kind of comedy that will not disappoint those who just want a simple ride with these three gentlemen turned senior citizen bank robbers. I certainly enjoyed it, and it's nothing too serious or silly - just the right amount of comedy and storytelling involved to merit it a watch! Go catch it!
Rating - 4/5
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