The writing is crisp and deeply layered, and the filmmakers gave themselves a rich array of actors to work with.
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Los Angeles Times by Kevin Crust
A sleek, effective entertainment that is a refreshing respite from the slick emptiness of recent American crime dramas.
TV Guide Magazine by Maitland McDonagh
The result is so intoxicating, it hardly matters that you've heard it all before.
The New York Times by Manohla Dargis
The newest in British gangland entertainment and the tastiest in years.
Village Voice by Michael Atkinson
What's abundantly clear is how far this kind of moviemaking has come from any knowledge of real criminal life; it's a geek's ineffectual daydream of mayhem.
There's a lot here to feed crime-fiction enthusiasts.
The always-dependable and chameleon-like Craig has the chops and substance for that kind of film, but Vaughn prefers to keep matters brisk and superficial.
Entertainment Weekly by Owen Gleiberman
Fast, convulsive, and densely exciting new British gangster thriller.
The Hollywood Reporter by Ray Bennett
Smartly put together, with interesting characters and caustic wit.