Release Date
March 29, 2013 (LA/NY)
DVD Release Date
August 6, 2013 (Buy on Amazon)
Director
Derek Cianfrance
Writer
Derek Cianfrance, Ben Coccio, Darius Marder
Cast
Ryan Gosling, Bradley Cooper, Eva Mendes, Rose Byrne, Mahershala Ali, Emory Cohen, Dane DeHaan, Gabe Fazio, Bruce Greenwoood, Ray Liotta, Ben Mendelsohn, Harris Yulin
Studio
Running Time
140 minutes
MPA Rating
Rated R for language throughout, some violence, teen drug and alcohol use, and a sexual reference
The film powerfully explores the consequences of motorcycle rider Luke (Gosling)'s fateful decision to commit a crime to support his child. The incident renders him targeted by policeman Avery (Cooper), and the two men become locked on a tense collision course which will have a devastating impact on both of their families in the years following.... Full synopsis »
MOVIE REVIEW
What makes a son like his father? Is a son doomed to make his father's mistakes? These questions are explored in the sweeping yet personal epic from director Derek Cianfrance The Place Beyond the Pines, which reunites him with his Blue Valentine star Ryan Gosling. At times captivating, at other times longwinded, The Place Beyond the Pines is the first good drama of the year. Unfortunately, it's also far from perfect. Full movie review »
