Rob the Mob is a crime drama
based on true events surrounding a small time couple who were known as modern
day Bonny and Clyde back in the 90’s for their infamous criminal behavior. The
movie which has a good flow and a strong performance in acting and in cinematography
both is quite entertaining. And it has a very ‘Sopranos’ feeling towards it.
While it ends as the most predicted way there is enough drama and events for
the viewers to bite until the end. The most prominent factor of success of the
Rob the Mob could be its gripping storyline that leaves ample room for
speculation expecting that something different would happen.
Tommy (Michael Pitt) and Rosie
(Nina Arianda) have always being lovers with too much adventure in their lives.
After Tommy goes to prison for attempted robbery Rosie decides that it’s time
to change and she does. When Tommy gets released he finds it difficult to live
the normal life but tries his best to have a simple life with Rosie working in
a small collection agency. But knowing that it’s not what he can do best and
ambition of finding some easy get away cash Tommy lays out a plan to rob the
Mafia safe social clubs in the area. This crazy couple ends up being one of the
most famous criminals in the decade after several successful robberies and
ultimately becomes the target of many angry people.
While the plot can easily be a
bit more complicated that’s about it. The things are pretty straight forward and
there are no hidden twists waiting to happen or unexpected good luck at the
end. This makes this movie somewhat mundane and less exiting. But at the same
time it lays out a story that is practical and less complicated. And it’s based
on true events after all. So the value is anyway there.
Talking of performances both
Michael and Nina is explosively good. I have seeing Michael Pitt playing a
gangsters role in the famous “Boardwalk Empire”. But it seems like he packs lot
more talent and finally it’s discovered by director Raymond De Felitta. His
role here is of a complex young man who had a troublesome childhood who looks
for ways to correct his past mistakes. But by doing so he ends up in worst
trouble. It is acceptable to question if he is out of his mind or if he truly
believes that robbing the Mafia is a clever idea. But whatever it is he is
persuasive enough to get Rosie involved. On the other hand Rosie is clever but
madly in love with Tommy and his life style. Which makes her an accomplice to
the crimes but she never doubts Tommy’s plans or intentions.
Overall Rob the Mob is a gripping
romantic crime drama. But the straightforwardness makes it less memorable.
Other than that I have no complaints.
Genre: Drama | Crime
Director: Raymond De Felitta
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