Catch Me If You Can (2002)
Frank W. Abagnale (DiCaprio) worked as a doctor, a lawyer and as a co-pilot for a major airline -- all before his 21st birthday. A master of deception, he was also a brilliant forger, whose skill at check fraud had netted him millions of dollars in stolen funds. FBI agent Carl Hanratty (Hanks) has made it his prime mission to capture Frank and bring him to justice, but Frank is always one step ahead of him, baiting him to continue the chase. (DreamWorks)
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Directed By: Steven Spielberg
Written By: Jeff Nathanson, Frank Abagnale Jr., Stan Redding
Starring: Martin Sheen, Christopher Walken, Tom Hanks, James Brolin, Nathalie Baye, Elizabeth Banks, Amy Adams, Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Garner, John Finn, Chris Ellis, Jaime Ray Newman
Genres: Comedy, Drama, Crime, Biography
Country: USA
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CMonster | 87 85% |
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Knock Knock.
Who's there?
Go fuck yourself.
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Alex Watkins | 5 91% |
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I feel like if any other director made this film, we'd trip over ourselves to gush about it, but because it's Spielbreg, it's taken for granted (and just as often not given enough credit to begin with) how ably he moves between humor and pathos, how organically he plays on themes of fathers-and-sons and the fear of growing up, how airtight and sensationally entertaining the entire film is from minute one. What a masterpiece.
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Tripwyre | 86 87% |
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I'm not sure what attracted all these stars to this project, but they've really made a special movie out of a thin script. It's pure entertainment, relying on DiCaprio's charms to carry the bulk of the picture, and he sells it all the way. Hanks is good as the foil, and their cat-and-mouse chase is engaging fun. The supporting cast is peppered with familiar faces, and Kaminski's photography lends the movie an old-time feel that adds to the movie's charm. It's not essential, but it's damn good.
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doctor7 | 60 38% |
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Some entertaining bits here and there but nothing stands out as all that interesting or memorable. Spielberg can do much, much better.
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CCLZA | 75 63% |
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Perfect storytelling thanks to Mr. Spielberg, the nice and light performances help too.
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JSchlansky | 78 72% |
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Your son held a PTA meeting the other day and started planning a field trip to the french bread factory.
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Farzan | 82 78% |
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This is when DiCaprio started his career as one of the greatest actors of our generation. DiCaprio is flawless in this, as well as Tom Hanks. This is one of the best examples of a Cat and Mouse film. Depending on what side of the spectrum your on, you will be pulled into the characters and be forced to cheer for someone. Spielberg does a great job, but at some parts, this film felt rather dull.
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lachapelle | 85 75% |
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Slick film, highly underrated. DiCaprio normally annoys me, but here he is quite good. Tom Hanks is fantastic, as always. I disagree with the notion that Spielberg is in a slump. He does a wonderful job with theis film. The art direction is fantastic in this movie as well.
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Pepsi-Man | 3 74% |
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Charming, DiCaprio shows us once again that he's a very good and capable actor--I can't think of anything that he's been very bad in. Recommended.
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spleen | 79 65% |
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Ok, I get it now. Crime DOES pay.
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mwgerb | 69 84% |
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An utterly enjoyable mix of a criminal/cop chase, the adventurous exploits of an interesting man, and a compelling human drama. The close moments between Carl and Frank are wonderful, especially the Christmas scenes. The only complaint I have is that it could have wrapped up a bit quicker.
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| 1 | screensiren | 80 91% |
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Great film with lots of clever twists and turns, really good acting too, and Christopher Walken is in it! Wicked!
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DavidBlast | 80 80% |
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Spielberg applies his artisanship and the amazing "based on a true" story takes care of the rest.
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Paxton | 75 78% |
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Tom Hanks tells a very funny joke.
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LookJabba... | 8 76% |
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Catch me if you Can is a charming and a throughly enjoyable piece of filmmaking from Steven Spielberg. This film strikes just the right balance of a compelling crime drama but with the perfect dosage of light hearted humour and dramatic thrills. The characters are incredibly likeable also and Leonardo DiCaprio gives one of his best performances whilst Tom Hanks is both impressive and effortless as always. Together they bring real chemistry and charm to what is a refreshing gem from Spielberg.
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backwardsuit | 78 75% |
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Spielberg doing what he does best. Nice clear storytelling with big heart and light but interesting themes. Another great John Williams fanfare.
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critickerkaw | 95 81% |
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Great movie with an engrossing story made all the more gripping because it is true! You will not believe what this teenager was able to pull off! DiCaprio and Hanks are great. Drama, humor, suspense, sadness... A good all-around film.
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twincinema | 80 75% |
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Oh, how surprising. A Spielberg film where the protagonist has a rocky relationship with his father. It's amazing how far you will get on confidence alone. For example, I am confident that these are the best reviews on the internet, and I am just raking it the likes.
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MJVmovieMan | 92 96% |
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Steven Spielberg-lite; a dashing Leo DiCaprio portraying crook Frank Abagnale being pursued by Tom Hanks as an FBI agent. Movies don't get much more laid-back, nor quite as fun. Christopher Walken owns every scene- very entertaining film.
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TedDedon | 84 70% |
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This is a surprisingly entertaining film that is lighthearted and enjoyable the whole way through. DiCaprio is a true star that makes the movie great.
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MartinTeller | 82 73% |
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Surprisingly good, if not especially ground-breaking. DiCaprio's performance is charismatic and he basically carries the film on his own, although Hanks has a few good moments. The opening credits are wonderfully retro.
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Nathan S | 4 74% |
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Above all else, it's just really fun to watch. The acting from DiCaprio and Hanks is great, and Spielberg gives them plenty of room to stretch their legs. They're both funny, but almost tragic. The music and cinematography are both pretty good too, but it's really the dynamic between the main characters that drives this movie.
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Carpetgiant | 83 53% |
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Two little Criticker users fell into writer's block while composing their reviews. The first user quickly gave up, assigned the movie a score without making any sort of insightful comment and moved on. But the second user, he struggled so hard that he eventually cranked out a star-worthy review. Amen.
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djross | 50 43% |
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While not as funny or as clever as the filmmakers clearly intended, this is at least watchable. The usual Spielberg symptoms are present, but in this case the disease expresses itself with a lesser degree of virulence.
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| 1 | JoshStew06 | 87 77% |
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A lively and light drama (by Spielberg standards) that features a very charismatic lead turn by Leonardo DiCaprio. And it features a stunning Jennifer Garner in a sultry cameo performance ( as Alias fans know, the girl can do anything).
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ServantDagon | 85 68% |
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DiCaprio really shows why he's a star in this movie that's perfectly suited to Spielberg's sensibilities.
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AgentSnipe | 86 92% |
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I normally don't like Leonardo DiCaprio, but here I make an exeption. It's an intriguing and charming movie. Based on a true story, no less. And just so it's said: Christopher Walken rules.
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| 1 | svicciarelli | 85 50% |
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Sweet and lowdown stuff, immensely watchable and enjoyable.
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joel-w-m | 10 97% |
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Yes, it's a supremely fun (and perfectly directed) cat-and-mouse crime caper (Frank's slick cons-see especially his original confrontation with Carl-are complimented by his less-than-perfect attempts-"The dog was dead"-and Hanks' charmingly no-nonsense FBI agent-"Go fuck yourself"), but two excellent character dynamics wonderfully acted (see lonely Jr. trying to please the stubbornly proud Sr.; Carl with a soft spot for Frank-see after his arrest: "Don't worry, Frank!" ) make it so much more.
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