Gold Rush Gang – Movie Review
First Reaction – Gold Rush Gang is an enjoyable heist movie, with a few laughs and fun characters.
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Director: Wisit Sasanatieng
Writer: Weeravat Chayochaikon, Pipat Jomkoh, Wisit Sasanatieng (Screenplay)
Writer: Petchtai Wongkamlao (Story)
Cast
- Petchtai Wongkamlao
- Thiti Mahayotaruk
- Chingduang Duijkers
- Ophaphoom Chitapn
- Nachat Juntapun
Plot: At the tail end of World War II, a bandit leader and his crew go up against his sworn enemy and the Japanese army to rob a train full of gold.
Runtime: 1 Hour 59 Minutes
There may be spoilers in the rest of the review
Story: Gold Rush Gang starts in the aftermath of World War II, when a bandit leads his crew against his sworn enemy. His plan is to get close to the family to perform his latest heist. Elsewhere, a member of the gang accidently gets close to the daughter of the target.
When the bandits put their final plan together, they face past conflicts and present chances to solve the problems. Can they complete their mission and take back what was taken from them, or will they go out in a blaze of glory?
Verdict on Gold Rush Gang
Recap
The movie follows a group of bandits trying to get revenge on the man who took everything from them. However, their plan gets complicated when the paths are crossed and the plans comes together.
Best Parts
The plan before the heist is interesting and offers a detailed battle between the two sides. It shows old enemies are always going to be going after each other, no matter what has been happening. The style keeps thing more light-hearted and the bickering between the bandits adds a few laughs. We get solid performances, who manage to bring the comedy to life in most place.
Worst Parts
Some of the comedy doesn’t land and is often left to feel awkward. Elsewhere, the special effects are not great with the final sequence being the bigger standout for this.
Final Thoughts – Gold Rush Gang is a fun little heist movie.
