7.2
2017
133 min
Wrongfully convicted for murder, Henri Charriere forms an unlikely relationship with fellow inmate and quirky convicted counterfeiter, Louis Dega, in an attempt to escape from the notorious penal colony on Devil's Island.
“This adaptation struggles to justify its existence, often feeling like a pale imitation of its predecessor. While the lead performances are commendable, the film lacks emotional depth and a compelling connection between its central characters.”
Viewers who appreciate intense survival dramas and strong character performances, especially those unfamiliar with the 1973 original.

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