The Dukes Critic Reviews

Metascore®:

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Based upon 7 Critic Reviews
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Rolling Stone | Peter TraversAdd Critic to Favorites

From the Emeralds doing "Acapella" to Davi himself taking the lead on "So Much in Love," The Dukes is damn near impossible to resist.Read the full review

ReelViews | James BerardinelliAdd Critic to Favorites

After starting with a lackluster introduction and a by-the-numbers heist sequence, the film concludes with an upbeat and appealing final act that recalls "Big Night."Read the full review

Variety | Joe LeydonAdd Critic to Favorites

With Davi and Chazz Palminteri fronting a first-rate ensemble cast, and a tasty soundtrack of golden oldies, this unpretentious indie dramedy has much to recommend.Read the full review

The Onion (A.V. Club) | Nathan RabinAdd Critic to Favorites

The Dukes could use more music and less sap, but it's refreshing to see a film about the problems of working-class men on the far side of middle age, struggling just to get by.Read the full review

The Hollywood Reporter | Frank ScheckAdd Critic to Favorites

This mildly engaging comedy drama has enough quirky charms to compensate for its rough spots.Read the full review

Los Angeles Times | Robert AbeleAdd Critic to Favorites

Davi's heartfelt performance makes for a winning solo, but the movie too often lacks harmony.Read the full review

The New York Times | Stephen HoldenAdd Critic to Favorites

Plods along in its sloppy, joshing way, it tastes like pasta sauce that has sat on the shelf long after the expiration date on the can.Read the full review

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