Ocean's 11 (Steven Soderberg, 2001)

Country of Origin: USA



A remake of the 1960's Rat Pack classic, Ocean's 11 has it all. By using the talents of A-list actors George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Matt Damon, and Julia Roberts, this movie was given a new modern and realistic approach. Danny Ocean (George Clooney) has just been released from jail for theft, decides to rob the three biggest Las Vegas casinos, owned by Terry Benedict (Andy Garcia). With the help of his friend Rusty (Brad Pitt) and a gang of 9 of the best criminals, he plans a heist that will amaze you.

When this film first came out, I had no real desire to see it. It was one of those "If my friends want to see it, then I will go" type of movie for me. My brother rented the movie, and I had nothing better to do, so I decided to watch it. I loved it! I have seen a lot of "heist" movies but they all had very unrealistic, sci-fi gadgets to help them along. This movie was all real: the tools they used, the plans. It was quite refreshing to see a film like this. All the twists and turns certainly left me shocked at the end, and I love how they show you how the tricks were done. Whenever I watched this movie it makes me want to become a criminal because it looks so fun! I wonder if anyone has tried to rob a casino after this film? I really enjoyed Ocean's 12 as well and I am looking forward to seeing Ocean's 13.