Wolfs 2024 movie review
George Clooney and Brad Pitt teamed up for a workplace comedy filled with gunfights, car chases, and a college student sprinting through New York City in his underwear.
Their film, “Wolfs” , is a slick yet somewhat predictable action buddy comedy packed with star power. Written and directed by Jon Watts, known for helming Tom Holland’s recent “Spider-Man” movies, the story follows a nostalgic, street-smart adventure. Clooney and Pitt play professional “fixers” hired for the same job, and neither is thrilled about it.
The plot kicks off when high-powered district attorney Margaret (Amy Ryan) has a sexual encounter that ends in a death at her hotel room, an unfortunate event during an election year. She calls a fixer (Clooney) for help, following advice for situations like this, and he steps in to handle the crisis with calm professionalism.
The two stars rekindle their “Ocean’s” series chemistry, this time with a slightly snarkier edge. Pitt’s character starts off by brushing off his rival but can’t help admiring the smooth way Clooney handles a bellman cart. Clooney, meanwhile, embodies a grumpy, world-weary vibe, practically shouting, “I’m too old for this.” Though the film complicates itself by throwing in various criminals and twists, the leads keep it engaging. Their witty exchanges and sharp glances make their frosty relationship gradually warm up as they come to respect each other.
Watts’ story moves quickly while introducing a crucial plot element: a bag full of heroin that complicates the fixers’ night, along with a supposedly dead body suddenly coming back to life. This character (played by Austin Abrams from “Euphoria”)—who frustratingly also remains unnamed—ends up sending the two fixers on a wild foot chase through the city streets and across bridges. Along the way, the kid begins to admire the two older men, who both see themselves as “lone wolves” but realize they’re stronger as a team. “How long have you been partners?” he asks, noting how they dress and behave similarly. “You’re basically the same guy,” he observes.