Thelma & Louise

I always saw Thelma & Louise as just a romantic road trip of two women, but recently I discovered that a significant aspect of the film is its crime plot. The attributes that almost always ensure a quality film are luxuriously fulfilled here. Ridley Scott delivered impeccable direction once again, Hans Zimmer provided a fantastic soundtrack full of hits, and Adrian Biddle, a name previously unknown to me, delivered with a precise camera and almost poetic aerial shots. But, of course, the film stands on its central acting duo. Susan Sarandon and Geena Davis weren't, in my opinion, the very best actresses (though they undoubtedly have tremendous talent), but I admit that they truly found themselves in their roles as Thelma and Louise, and that's something no one can take away from them. The fatefulness of that one moment when your entire future ends felt incredibly real to me. Harvey Keitel shone in the supporting role (as always). The ending has probably made its mark in cinematic history—the shot of the main characters holding hands and the subsequent leap off the cliff into certain death is one of the most impressive I've ever seen. I give it 86%. (09/19/2018)

A great film in every way, so great that I don't know what to praise first. Scott's precise direction, the performances of the two main actresses, Zimmer's great music, the cinematography, every shot of which looks amazing... Even the ending, which is criticized by many, is excellent, but I have to say that I would have liked the "alternative" (or rather slightly longer) ending, which can be seen among the bonuses, just as much. (10/29/2014)

An intriguing road movie that's actually a pleasant journey to damnation in the company of characters you can either like or calmly detest, which isn't so complicated in the case of the character played by Geena Davis. This film, however, is heading somewhere, and it has great stops until it finally arrives at an ending that resonates with me. (02/24/2016)

One of the most beautiful road movies and one of the most beautiful film endings ever. I wasn’t expecting to be particularly thrilled with a two hour “feminist” ride with Susan Sarandon and Geena Davis, but I was wrong. Beauty, beauty, beauty; I had it clear from the first scene that I will surprisingly like it. Thanks Fixa for bringing this film to my attention :-) (12/29/2011)

Ridley Scott's gorgeous road movie with the excellent Susan Sarandon and Geena Davis. Beautiful shots of the arid landscapes around Texas, a powerful but beautifully told story, flawless music by Hans Zimmer + incredible acting by both protagonists provide an extraordinary experience that grabs you and doesn't let go right from the beginning, wringing a huge amount of emotion out of the viewer. (06/24/2009)