Thelma & Louise

Name: Thelma & Louise
Director: Ridley Scott
Genre: Drama, Crime, Adventure
Released: 1991-01-01
Duration: 130 min
Rating: 7.6
Cast: Susan Sarandon, Geena Davis, Harvey Keitel, Michael Madsen, Christopher McDonald

1991Dir. Ridley Scott2h 10m

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Runtime2h 10m

Released1991

Budget$16M

Box office$45.4M

DirectorRidley Scott

About This Movie

Thelma & Louise is a fascinating dive into friendship and rebellion. Ridley Scott crafts a gritty, yet beautifully shot road movie that keeps you engaged. The pacing is deliberate, allowing moments of tension to build subtly before exploding into chaos. Susan Sarandon and Geena Davis deliver standout performances, their chemistry feels organic, and both characters evolve dramatically under pressure. It’s really a commentary on freedom and the constraints placed on women, wrapped in that classic '90s adventure vibe. The film’s practical effects and real locations add a rawness that CGI just can’t replicate. It’s not just a crime drama; it’s a study of two women breaking free and confronting their realities.

Released by MGM in 1991, running time 130 minutes.Shot on location in various U.S. states, enhancing realism.Features a memorable score by Hans Zimmer, adding to the atmosphere.The film garnered an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay.