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Get the Gringo

Get the Gringo

2012
Drama, Suspense/Thriller
1h 36m
A career criminal (Gibson) nabbed by Mexican authorities is placed in a tough prison where he learns to survive with the help of a young boy. (imdb)

Directed by:

Adrian Grunberg

Screenwriter:

Mel Gibson, Adrian Grunberg, Stacy Perskie

Starring:

Daniel Giménez Cacho, Bob Gunton, Mel Gibson, Peter Stormare, Scott Cohen, Jesús Ochoa, Dolores Heredia, Peter Gerety, Mario Zaragoza, Dean Norris, Kevin Hernandez

Genres:

Drama, Suspense/Thriller, Crime, Action

AKA:

How I Spent My Summer Vacation

Countries:

Mexico, USA

Languages:

English, Spanish
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Get the Gringo

2012
Drama, Suspense/Thriller
1h 36m
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kojilessKojiless
Rated 05 Jul 2012
74
79th
This (tasteless quip about Mel hating Jews goes here) movie (tasteless quip about Mel beating women goes here) was (tasteless quip about Mel killing Mexicans goes here) pretty (tasteless quip about Mel being Jodie Foster's best friend goes here) good.
Rated 05 Jul 2012
td888td888
Rated 12 May 2012
70
76th
Don't understand all the negativity, it's a fun film, some crazy stuff, but all quite enjoyable. It's quite outside the box, not your average Hollywood fare. I liked it. I wonder if anybody but Gibson played in it, it would have gotten much better reviews. Besides his abnormal antics in his personal life he is still a good actor and director. This film proves it once again.
Rated 12 May 2012
lookjabbaLookJabba...
Rated 07 Aug 2014
3
14th
Get the Gringo or (How I Spent My Summer Vacation) as it's also known, looked like a lot of fun and a chance for Mad Mel to remind everyone how good an actor he is. Sadly however it's a rather dull and forgettable experience. Tonally it feels a lot like a Robert Rodriguez film but without all the fun set pieces. And the one, only and very short lived shoot out felt reminiscent of 'Desperado'. But otherwise there's absolutely nothing to take way from this film other than the novelty of Mad Mel.
Rated 07 Aug 2014
astrakhanastrakhan
Rated 29 Dec 2013
77
49th
Not awful - maybe Mel does have something left in the tank. It helps that this is a role he's played before and the genre feels quite 90s. Nobody is trying to reinvent the wheel here. Squint your eyes and you can almost imagine that Gibson has just stepped out of a film like Payback, Ransom or Air America. Also the film has a nice hot'n'grimy aesthetic which does a good job of helping to depict a Mexican prison camp.
Rated 29 Dec 2013
grouchyGrouchy
Rated 03 Jan 2013
72
33rd
Unfortunately Mel Gibson has drunk himself out of a career but I for one find him a better and more charismatic actor than respectable, bankable, safe action stars like Cruise or Will Smith. This movie won't change anyone's life but it's far more entertaining, clever and even mature than any other action film from the last couple of years.
Rated 03 Jan 2013
bunkenBunken
Rated 22 May 2012
30
15th
I've tried long and hard (insert cock joke of your own choice) but I cannot seem to find a reason for this ever to get made...
Rated 22 May 2012
obdurateObdurate
Rated 10 May 2012
62
26th
It is an entertaining movie but it's also really forgettable. With that said; I enjoyed myself well enough but man shit just comes together a little TOO neatly, even in movie land. Yeah sure there's some struggle but it's minimal and shit happens that just boggles your mind. Thought the set-up (like, of the actual prison) was a col idea, though.
Rated 10 May 2012
macswellMacSwell
Rated 19 Aug 2015
70
61st
Despite a somewhat flimsy story, the action and dialogue are solid, the pace is terrific, the characters are well defined and, crucially, the film's tone is never too serious in spite of some occasional nastiness. It's a fine return to form for Gibson, who is excellent throughout.
Rated 19 Aug 2015
matthew_parkinsonMatthew Parkinson
Rated 16 Jun 2013
60
62nd
I don't know if Get the Gringo will turn Mel Gibson's career around, but for the controversial star, it's a valiant effort with decent execution. Inside this film is a well-crafted environment for a tale of survival and character drama, where the prison acts as a separate and ever-changing character. If you don't hate Gibson enough as a person to stay away from his films, and you really shouldn't, this is an attempt at a comeback that is worth a watch.
Rated 16 Jun 2013
mjvmoviemanMJVmovieMan
Rated 25 Aug 2012
62
34th
'Get the Gringo' is a grindhouse style thriller elevated by the always-engaging Mel Gibson who still has all the charisma in the world. Hopefully he has a resurgence soon. As for 'Gringo,' it proves to be an entertaining violent mess. Think 'Payback' minus the jazzy suavity and you have Gibson doing the same thing here inside a Mexican prison. The film's aesthetic is memorable, but the movie is not.
Rated 25 Aug 2012
hellboy76hellboy76
Rated 15 Aug 2012
65
45th
Feels a little like Payback south of the border style. I liked Payback better but GIbson is endearing as the charming low level criminal gone good. Worth seeing once.
Rated 15 Aug 2012
wezzoWezzo
Rated 12 May 2012
65
17th
Nowhere near as terrible as you'd expect; it's crazy, dumb fun.
Rated 12 May 2012
kasperlKasperL
Rated 15 Apr 2012
30
10th
Gibson's still got star quality but what is he doing in forgettable trash like this? I want you to go direct something this instant, Mel.
Rated 15 Apr 2012
dsouzavascoDSouza_Vasco
Rated 10 Jul 2021
80
82nd
24/May 2020
Rated 10 Jul 2021
spaceflohspacefloh
Rated 15 Jun 2021
60
58th
eng; [get the gringo]; ein berufsverbrecher hat Geld gestohlen und wird in einem mexikanischen gefängnis entsorgt, in welchem er von einem kleinen Jungen zu überleben lernt und diesem hilft.;
Rated 15 Jun 2021
doyler29doyler29
Rated 31 Dec 2020
70
42nd
I'm tempted to say that Gibson can be be a compelling screen presence despite his rampant craziness, but truth be told, he's a compelling screen presence because of his rampant craziness. All absurdities and familiar genre tropes aside, this is a compellingly gritty and good-looking crime flick that benefits from Gibson's crazy eyes. It's got the right amount of style and is vaguely reminiscent of Peckinpah at times
Rated 31 Dec 2020
emeraldguardEmeraldGuard
Rated 07 Jun 2020
50
17th
This is the guy who made The Passion of the Christ?? Felt like taking a long shower afterwards.
Rated 07 Jun 2020
nobambanobamba
Rated 25 Mar 2019
30
15th
Not really memorable. Mel Gibson has superpowers with fighting and guns despite his elderly appearance. Convoluted plot involving harvesting a specific kid's liver even though they're in freaking Mexico (I only point this out because the rest of the movie doesn't have any qualms about sticking to stereotypes). Lame dad jokes as punchlines: "gives a new meaning to hard time hue hue" when seeing favored prisoners with women. Fav scene: setting the fire to steal from crack shack.
Rated 25 Mar 2019
metalhankmetalhank
Rated 27 Sep 2018
74
86th
This was a pleasant surprise knowing nothing about it before watching. This type of role is just begging for Gibson to be the star, and he certainly shines here. No PG bs action here which is a necessity to show the roughness of the situation.
Rated 27 Sep 2018
heapshakeheapshake
Rated 27 Mar 2018
60
53rd
I love all the ingredients that went into this, but the end result just didn't turn out.
Rated 27 Mar 2018
ikkegoemikkeikkegoemikke
Rated 08 Mar 2018
54
40th
More reviews here : http://movie-freak.be
Rated 08 Mar 2018
trixrabbiTrixRabbi
Rated 11 Sep 2016
69
28th
Does a good job of establishing it's strange little world, but it's got a mean streak with a perverted sense of justice and that obnoxious narration.
Rated 11 Sep 2016
vandelay1Vandelay1
Rated 22 Apr 2016
70
76th
good movie
Rated 22 Apr 2016
frederikaFrederikA
Rated 28 Jan 2016
55
41st
A throwback to a simpler time, but plays a bit too serious for it's own good.
Rated 28 Jan 2016
thunderpinthunderPIN
Rated 08 Jun 2015
80
68th
Whether you love him or you hate him, Mel Gibson makes some damn good movies. Get the Gringo is another one you can add to that list. You're thrown into the madness right away and the movie kept my attention all the way through. It's got that tongue in cheek humor pasted throughout and it's got plenty of exciting action to boot. This movie proves that Mel has still got it but unfortunately people can't ignore his recent public outbursts. Definitely check this one out! 4 STARS
Rated 08 Jun 2015
fra_paolofra paolo
Rated 25 May 2015
38
34th
The perfect film for a night's viewing if one is after a violent film in the Peckinpah style without the elegiac sense of an age ending and turning into something worse. A couple of far-fetched moments fit our own Comic Book Zeitgeist. Gibson is a much better actor than he needs to be, but I suppose it helps pay the rent.
Rated 25 May 2015
wwallce4prezWWallce4prez
Rated 27 Apr 2015
60
25th
Mexican Payback with a quite a bit more blood and a shootout straight from Desperado.
Rated 27 Apr 2015
boyd_crowderBoyd Crowder
Rated 21 Feb 2015
71
34th
quite entertaining! it's never as good as in its first minutes, but nevertheless way more enjoyable than expected.
Rated 21 Feb 2015
realmacgyverRealMacgyver
Rated 15 Dec 2014
60
30th
I was hoping for a return to form for Gibson, playing the lovable rouges he played in the 80's. They pretty much forgot the lovable part. A fine enough film, but Mel has a bit of a mean spirited look on his face most of the time and they forgot to be bring enough quirky humour to this. Stick to directing mate.
Rated 15 Dec 2014
thoughtknotthoughtknot
Rated 16 Sep 2014
91
86th
Unbelievably good. Someone recommended this to me, little did I know how much fun it would be watching this. What a surprise! Just watch it
Rated 16 Sep 2014
zipsterZipster
Rated 26 Aug 2014
80
50th
Those who long for the era of Gibson's hard-bitten movie characters are in for a banquet with this authentically tough, enterprising hard-line caper, with honed flairs of Elmore Leonard and Donald Westlake. What sells it is not only a rejuvenating comeback for its star and his rapport with a child inmate, but the hairpin plot, which is exceedingly original for an action flick.
Rated 26 Aug 2014
forehead1forehead1
Rated 27 May 2014
60
72nd
Stylish, gritty direction and an on-form Gibson in a role perfect for him are the standouts in this surprisingly impressive Mexican prison drama. It wastes no time getting into the story and grabs you straight away, but at only 90 minutes the main criticism here is that too much is thrown into the mix, affecting the focus and even making things a little confusing to follow. An extra half-hour padding out the plot (and improving on the shoddy ending) would've made it a keeper.
Rated 27 May 2014
vinegarbobVinegarBob
Rated 19 Jan 2014
65
43rd
Payback in jail. Sort of. Because it's only sort of a jail. Pretty silly, but enjoyable enough.
Rated 19 Jan 2014
ecitizeneCitizen
Rated 02 Dec 2013
80
83rd
An unexpectedly good movie from Mel Gibson who is a career criminal with an attitude thrown into a strange and corrupt Mexican prison. Lots of action and interesting plot twists, but unfortunately some of the dialog is spoken in Spanish. The plot premise gets stretched pretty thin at times, but the movie flows surprisingly well. I liked it, even with it's plot weaknesses and Spanish sections. Worth watching.
Rated 02 Dec 2013
okkervilOkkervil
Rated 30 Nov 2013
60
52nd
Entertaining crime caper that is lead well by Gibson, but is too uneven and never big or outrageous enough to be really of any quality. I wanted something more lowbrow (Mel killing people whilst dressed as a Rabbi for example?) with a hint more grindhouse, but this is never that. Even so, despite some average direction from Grunberg there are a couple of really entertaining scenes (loved Mel's Clint impression!). Overall it feels a little half-baked, but will entertain for 90 minutes.
Rated 30 Nov 2013
maxwax123maxwax123
Rated 08 Oct 2013
85
56th
Never saw a cooler mel gibson
Rated 08 Oct 2013
wicheWiche
Rated 20 Aug 2013
51
22nd
Completely overrated. I don't know where all the good scores come from, but it sure isn't for the great story, because there actually isn't one. This film is poorly directed and some scenes are just copies out of prison break season 3. I liked seeing Gibson again, but that's about it.
Rated 20 Aug 2013
whatismynamewhatismyname
Rated 16 Feb 2013
70
77th
He's still got it (aside from his running). As some have said, it does have a Payback feel to it, but does it in a unique manner.
Rated 16 Feb 2013
ryan_luedersRyan Lueders
Rated 05 Dec 2012
81
60th
I liked this film. I thought Mel Gibson not only did a good job acting in this but he also did a good job writing it as well. I would describe this movie as a heist movie and a prison movie as well. Maybe even a medical drama with some action peppered in. Regardless of how you classify this movie, it is a lot of fun. An alternate title for this is "How I Spent My Summer Vacation", and frankly with how crazy Gibson is, he would probably try hanging out in prison for fun.
Rated 05 Dec 2012
aureliuszAureliusz
Rated 18 Nov 2012
80
48th
Dobra akcja. :)
Rated 18 Nov 2012
tvfilm_hubTV+Film-Hub
Rated 09 Nov 2012
18
79th
Get the Gringo, yeah it's a stero-typical story; and yeah, Mel Gibson is playing his stero-typical character; and even though the story does get old. Mel never does. Not PayBack, probably about half of PayBack, but that's still good.
Rated 09 Nov 2012
gillsoloGillSolo
Rated 19 Sep 2012
77
61st
It surpassed my expectations greatly. I expected it to be pretty dumb, which in some areas it certainly was, but all in all it was highly entertaining, funny, and gory.
Rated 19 Sep 2012
luna6ixLuna6ix
Rated 08 Sep 2012
85
89th
mel gibson decides to be a bad ass again and it's...BAD ASS. it's over the top, action packed, and gritty. you probably won't have to any life altering revelations from watching this movie and it probably won't cure cancer, but it might, just might.
Rated 08 Sep 2012
neurophateneurophate
Rated 20 Aug 2012
50
18th
Lost my interest after half of the movie, decent performance by Gibson.
Rated 20 Aug 2012
roonay3kroonay3k
Rated 30 Jul 2012
70
62nd
Once again Mel Gibson writes a good movie. He never dissapoint me! Not a genre I usually like but this one was quite clever.
Rated 30 Jul 2012
spuddingspudding
Rated 30 Jul 2012
66
33rd
It started awesome - dark and humorous. But it went on a serious downslide the moment that a kid appeared. For obvious reasons i couldn't believe that a con at this level can evolve such an attachment to 2 random (english speaking) mexicans in less than 2 days. The ending moments were pathetic and i wish that the kid never existed in first place. The pacing was fine though
Rated 30 Jul 2012
kavuKavu
Rated 16 Jul 2012
65
39th
The directing isn't too great and there are a few really badly written scenes, but otherwise it's surprisingly good.
Rated 16 Jul 2012
muutanetmuutanet
Rated 13 Jul 2012
66
59th
Fine new concept on the old No More Mr. Nice Guy (see Payback). The latter half of the story went much down from the premise. Included a small Stormare part as well.
Rated 13 Jul 2012
langelundLangelund
Rated 12 Jul 2012
60
47th
"STOP bleeding on my money!" If Guy Ritchie ever went Mexican it would probably end up something like this. The crazy criminal lead suits Gibson better than most and I for one loved having mad ass Mel back in gritty action. And hey, even the kid is not half bad. Good, old-fashioned testosterone boosting fun.
Rated 12 Jul 2012
hajikarimihajikarimi
Rated 30 Jun 2012
95
91st
i really like it! Damn!
Rated 30 Jun 2012
chrispalmChrisPalm
Rated 07 Jun 2012
82
90th
Damn Mel, theres still some vague sparks in you. Enjoyed it alot, weird
Rated 07 Jun 2012
thedicemanTheDiceman
Rated 31 May 2012
60
62nd
Pretty good.
Rated 31 May 2012
luthar15luthar15
Rated 25 May 2012
24
49th
tavingtonTavington
Rated 24 May 2012
2
37th
Not so bad considering that Gibson is in it. But nothing worth mentioning either.
Rated 24 May 2012
moraesfelipemoraesfelipe
Rated 16 May 2012
60
49th
Nobody takes Gibson seriously anymore -- maybe not even him --, and we can see this clearly in this crazy mexican/american flick -- it's like Guy Ritchie mixing Robert Rodriguez. Gibson returns to action movies as this dirty, tongue-in-cheek anti-hero who just wants his money -- or, as Gibson, his fame -- back. Eventually, it fails to fully entertain for being too much self-aware of its flaws -- the script feels both smart and lazy --, but the setting of El Pueblito is worth a look.
Rated 16 May 2012
johnsandwichJohnSandwich
Rated 15 May 2012
60
41st
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Rated 15 May 2012
superargoSuperargo
Rated 13 May 2012
85
89th
A lean, gritty, old-school neo-noir; you could easily imagine someone like Bogart in the lead. It's a bordertown riff on Gibson's PAYBACK, and it's almost shockingly well-done, with tough action, appealingly broadly drawn characters and a crisp, zippy script by Gibson and Grunberg. Doesn't pretend to occur in anything resembling the real world, but it's great, satisfying escapist fun, one of the most sheerly entertaining movies of the year to date.
Rated 13 May 2012
pickpocketPickpocket
Rated 10 May 2012
3
28th
Don't know how Gibson stomached being around so many minorities for the duration of the shooting schedule, must've been hell for him. Forgettable movie with an unbelievable premise. Gibson obviously still has some acting chops but needs to hook up with a decent director (maybe himself?) if he's ever gonna be in a good movie again.
Rated 10 May 2012
jdelbalzo99jdelbalzo99
Rated 19 Apr 2012
80
55th
Way bad but completely entertaining.
Rated 19 Apr 2012

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