Life leaves a mark.|Feb. 26, 2021|USA|140 Min.|R
Genre: Crime;Drama;Thriller
Description: “Cherry,” a 2021 American crime drama directed by Anthony and Joe Russo, is based on the novel of the same name by Nico Walker. The screenplay, written by Angela Russo-Otstot and Jessica Goldberg, features a star-studded cast including Tom Holland, Ciara Bravo, Jack Reynor, Michael Rispoli, and Jeff Wahlberg. The film tells the story of an Army veteran who turns to bank robbery to sustain his opioid addiction.
The movie premiered in theaters on February 26, 2021, and was made available for digital streaming on Apple TV+ starting March 12, 2021. While it received mixed reviews, critics highlighted the performances of Holland and Bravo but critiqued aspects of the screenplay and direction.
The plot centers around an Army medic grappling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) who descends into a life of crime as a serial bank robber due to his spiraling drug addiction and mounting debt. This theme is consistently reiterated throughout the narrative, emphasizing the character’s struggles and the consequences of his actions.
The story is a poignant exploration of the impact of war, addiction, and desperation, offering a gritty and emotional portrayal of a man caught in a vicious cycle.
Cast director: Anthony Russo
Cast actor: Tom Holland, Ciara Bravo, Jack Reynor, Michael Rispoli, Jeffrey Wahlberg, Forrest Goodluck, Michael Gandolfini, Thomas Lennon, Kelli Berglund, Suhail Dabbach
Original name: Cherry