Is Bridges Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (2011)

📖 The Core Premise

With the release of Bridges (2011), audiences are invited back into the world of Action. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "The film takes up the historical circumstances of the Second World War and focuses on the pilot of an American bomber, Captain Saul Bridges. Shortly before the end of the war, he is saved from certain death by the little mute Lukas and his 16-year-old sister, who hide and look after him. Three years later, when Berlin is supplied via airlift by the legendary raisin bombers, Bridges returns as the pilot of one of these to the scene that he himself had to bomb during the war and where the orphaned siblings saved his life. They are now in danger themselves, as they are involved in criminal black market activities and are being threatened by a former SS henchman. The beginning of a dangerous game."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. Bela B. attempts to elevate the material, but the direction leaves them with little to work with. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Action. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Bridges worth your time? If you appreciate Action films that take risks, this is likely a decent one-time watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, Bridges misses the mark on several fronts. With a runtime of N/A minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Skip It.