Brubaker (1980) movie poster

Brubaker (1980)

"One man against a cruel system."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 91%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 64% (RT: 74%, MC: 54) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
CrimeDrama

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Director
Runtime
2h 5m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.1/10 (509 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
74%
Metacritic
54
Cast
Robert Redford as Brubaker
Yaphet Kotto as Dickie Coombes
Jane Alexander as Lillian
David Keith as Larry Lee Bullen
Morgan Freeman as Walter
Matt Clark as Purcell
Tim McIntire as Huey Rauch
Yes. 91% of real audiences liked it based on 509 votes. Critics scored it lower at 64%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
The new warden of a small prison farm in Arkansas tries to clean it up of corruption after initially posing as an inmate. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • Stuart Rosenberg cited several classic crime films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • Robert Redford spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

Brubaker is a 1980 crime, drama film directed by Stuart Rosenberg. The new warden of a small prison farm in Arkansas tries to clean it up of corruption after initially posing as an inmate. The film has been rated by 509 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a crime film, Brubaker delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Brubaker (1980) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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