In Bruges (2008)

In Bruges (2008)
After a particularly difficult job, hit men Ray (Colin Farrell) and Ken (Brendan Gleeson) head to Belgium to hide out until things cool down. Ray hates the medieval city they land in, but Ken finds its beauty and peacefulness enchanting. Their experiences become increasingly surreal and possibly life-changing as they encounter tourists, locals, an American dwarf and a potential romance for Ray.
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Release Date: February 8th, 2008

DVD Release Date: June 24th, 2008

R |1 hr 47 min

Plot Summary

After a particularly difficult job, hit men Ray (Colin Farrell) and Ken (Brendan Gleeson) head to Belgium to hide out until things cool down. Ray hates the medieval city they land in, but Ken finds its beauty and peacefulness enchanting. Their experiences become increasingly surreal and possibly life-changing as they encounter tourists, locals, an American dwarf and a potential romance for Ray.

Cast: Colin Farrell, Brendan Gleeson, Ralph Fiennes, Ciarán Hinds, Clémence Poésy, Thekla Reuten, Jordan Prentice, Anna Madeley

Director: Martin McDonagh

Genres: Action , Comedy drama

Production Co: Blueprint Pictures

Keywords: Murder , 2000s , London , Amusing , Hotel , Pursuit , Love , Survival , Friendship , Revenge , Love interest , Death , Dark

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Ratings & Reviews

80
Joe MorgensternWall Street Journal
The heroes are two hit men, and the tone is often absurdist. But the film is also very funny and surprisingly affecting. show more
75
Steven ReaPhiladelphia Inquirer
In Bruges, at its best, works like "Pulp Fiction" with Irish (and Belgian) accents, digressing into weird discourse and giving a bunch of actors the occasion to shine in small, peculiar roles. show more
70
James GreenbergThe Hollywood Reporter
Chock full of wonderful lines delivered by a splendid cast, the film toys with the conventions and mostly transcends the limitations. show more