Rent In Bruges (2008)
3.8 of 5 from 1869 ratings
1h 42min
- General info
- Available formats
- Synopsis:
- This stylish black-comedy thriller stars Ralph Fiennes as Harry, a vicious London crime-boss, who send his two hit-men to the picturesque Belgian City of Bruges - to lay low and wait for orders. While Ken (Brendan Gleeson) is happy just to sight see (!), his fast-talking partner, Ray (Colin Farrell) sets out for an adventure. Before long, Ray is experiencing hilariously surreal encounters with tourists, skinheads, dwarves and prostitutes! When, at last, the call comes from Harry, the fun turns to a life-and-death struggle of darkly comic proportions.
- Actors:
- Colin Farrell, Brendan Gleeson, Ciarán Hinds, Elizabeth Berrington, Rudy Blomme, Olivier Bonjour, Mark Donovan, Ann Elsley, Jean-Marc Favorin, Ralph Fiennes, Eric Godon, Zeljko Ivanek, Sachi Kimura, Anna Madeley, Louis Nummy, Clémence Poésy, Jordan Prentice, Jérémie Renier, Thekla Reuten, Theo Stevenson
- Directors:
- Martin McDonagh
- Producers:
- Graham Broadbent, Peter Czernin
- Writers:
- Martin McDonagh
- Others:
- Jon Gregory
- Studio:
- Universal Pictures
- Genres:
- Action & Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Thrillers
- Collections:
- 12 Films of Christmas Present, 2008, 2009, All You Need to Know About Dump Month Movies, Award Winners, BAFTA Nominations Competition 2023, CinemaParadiso.co.uk Through Time, Holidays Film Collection, Ireland At the Oscars, Oscar Nominations Competition 2023, A Brief History of Film..., Top 10 Guest Houses On Film, Top Films
- Awards:
- BBFC:
- Release Date:
- 04/07/2011
- Run Time:
- 107 minutes
- Languages:
- Canadian French DTS 5.1, English DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
- Subtitles:
- English Hard of Hearing, French, Spanish
- DVD Regions:
- Region 2
- Formats:
- Pal
- Aspect Ratio:
- Widescreen 2.35:1
- Colour:
- Colour
- BLU-RAY Regions:
- B
- Bonus:
- Deleted Scenes
- Extended Scenes
- Gag Reel
- A Boat Trip Around Bruges
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Reviews (22) of In Bruges
Charming, dark and satirical - In Bruges review by CP Customer
The first comment I must make about this film is how much I enjoyed watching Collin Farrell on the screen. Before now I have had little respect for him as an actor, however in this film Collin Farrell delivers a great performance with excellent comic timing and some serious and dark moments as well.
The plot begins slowly, with two men hiding out in Bruges after a botched job, initially the plot centres around the relationship between the two gangsters Ray (Collin Farrell) and Ken (Brendan Gleeson). The chemistry between the two actors is essential to the plot, and Farrell and Gleeson do not disappoint. Their witty banter is funny and their characters are well developed with meaning and depth, they are not just stereotypical gangsters. The plot takes an interesting turn with the introduction of new characters, of who play an essential part in the climax. It is a perfect blend if dark humour and drama to make a very entertaining and well put together film. Some may comment on the slow pace of it, however, this in my opinion adds to the character of the town of Bruges. It is a bit of a marmite film and if you are after a fast paced Hollywood blockbuster this definitely is not for you, however it kept me laughing whilst on the edge of my seat.
12 out of 12 members found this review helpful.
Instantly enjoyable - In Bruges review by CP Customer
In Bruges comes as a real surprise and allows Colin Farrell to show he is actually an actor beyond the poster boy image. Here he plays a rookie hitman, a bumbling idiot that wouldn't look out of place in Father Ted and one that is suffering from a confidence crisis. He is forced to lay low in Bruge with his experienced colleague (played by the excellent Gleeson), while awaiting instructions from their vicious boss, Harry, after a hit goes wrong.
The location may not appeal to the young hitman, but their time on ice provides the opportunity to act as tourists and explore the nightlife the city offers. The past soon catches up with the duo, but at all times they maintain a strong bond. Bruge is well presented, and looks a great place to visit even with the local crime and comical locals. As expected the two killers do not hold back on the dialogue, which accounts for the age rating. I'm never a fan of that C-word which is often used throughout the tale but it didn't interfere with my enjoyment and real surprise of seeing In Bruges. Highly recommended.
9 out of 13 members found this review helpful.
A little Gem!! - In Bruges review by CP Customer
Great film! Funniest i have seen in a long time!Don't usually like Colin Farrell but he is terrific in this,probably due to the fact he has a good script and is using his natural accent! The dialogue and oddball characters, all add up to make a first rate film.Just shows you don't need Hollywood money to make good films.A winner for the low budget/small film maker,Brilliant!!
6 out of 6 members found this review helpful.