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Ocean's Eleven (2001), Director: Steven Soderbergh, rated PG-13

3 Casinos. 11 Guys. 150 Million Bucks. Ready To Win Big?

Film ClipStarring: George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Julia Roberts, Matt Damon, Elliott Gould, Bernie Mac, Casey Affleck, Don Cheadle, Carl Reiner, Andy Garcia, Qin Shaobo, Eddie Jemison

DML Rating: ★★★★★★★★☆☆ - great

"Off the top of my head, I'd say you're looking at a Boeski, a Jim Brown, a Miss Daisy, two Jethros and a Leon Spinks, not to mention the biggest Ella Fitzgerald ever." - Rusty

Why watch this? Suave. Sophisticated. Planning a robbery. Ex-wife involved. What could go wrong?

Plot Summary: Following his release from prison, Danny Ocean assembles a skilled team to pull off a daring, elaborate heist. Their audacious target is the shared vault of three major Las Vegas casinos, all owned by a powerful and ruthless businessman. The plan is complex and requires meticulous planning and execution, relying on the diverse talents of the eleven-member crew.

Dad's Preview: From start to finish this intelligent heist caper is witty, fun, suspenseful and just cool as a cucumber. These are some really charming bank robbers. The film certainly knows when to laugh at itself, and it works. It was really wise to sweeten the pot with Julia Roberts, as Danny Ocean's ex, and casino owner Benedict's current plaything. Again Clooney dazzles as Mr. Confidence, and I really loved once again watching to screen legends in Elliott Gould and Carl Reiner. This all-star cast, of course, does not disappoint.


Village Roadshow Pictures, NPV Ent., Jerry Weintraub Prod.;
Warner Bros. Pictures

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