Fargo

Fargo (1996)★ 8.1/10

R · GB,US · 98 min · March 8, 1996

  • Crime
  • Drama
  • Thriller

Directed by: Joel Coen, Ethan Coen

Written by: Ethan Coen, Joel Coen

A financially desperate car salesman’s staged kidnapping plot unravels into chaos, drawing the attention of a persistent pregnant sheriff investigating a growing trail of murders.

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FFrancis CoboJune 15, 2025
Any of us trying to commit a crime.
It's more dignified than painting ducks anyway.
JJimmy_FergusonSeptember 2, 2024
What sets the Coen brothers' films apart is that they don't force suspense but still find a way to blow your mind. They have a knack for turning the most mundane moments into something profound and artistic, all while adding a touch of dark humor and violence to keep things on edge. And their cast is always so diverse, especially the tough-as-nails female cops who can really bring mayhem and navigate complex relationships in their films.
CCatalina_ButlerSeptember 2, 2024
Life's a wild ride; you never know what's coming next. The Coen brothers' stories are about how messed up they can be. That's just how they roll.
AAmina_nealAugust 15, 2024
While "Fargo" may no longer seem groundbreaking with its narrative structure, genre blending, or its mix of violence and dark humor by today's standards, its enduring appeal lies in the meticulous depiction of life around Minnesota, the detailed character portrayals, and most importantly, the unforgettable image of Marge—a righteous cop with small-town charm, vitality, and a lovable accent.
CCraig_SimsAugust 15, 2024
The insatiable nature of human greed is like a snowball, rolling and expanding until it manifests in uncontrollable violence. The Coen brothers skillfully weave in stories of ordinary people within this narrative, yet the only character who truly left a lasting impression on me was the female cop. Her inner peace clearly brought her happiness.
NNexus StrikerJanuary 30, 2023

Well Yah

1. The simple empty camera shot always seems to have more meaning, but it was not captured, and the snow scene setting was not well used. 2. The whole story line is still mainstream and simple, not strong enough, and the rhythm is too gentle. 3. I want to speak "Well, yah." for thousand times.
LLeticia “Chopi” SofiroApril 12, 2025
Una peli hermosa. Rescato los detalles que las actuaciones se permiten en esta historia. Grandiosa
SSergio Manuel GonzálezFebruary 7, 2025
Entretenida, buena historia; una película que cumple.
CCharles_StewartSeptember 9, 2024
O que diferencia os filmes dos irmãos Coen é que eles não forçam o suspense, mas ainda assim encontram uma maneira de te surpreender. Eles têm um talento especial para transformar os momentos mais mundanos em algo profundo e artístico, ao mesmo tempo que adicionam um toque de humor sombrio e violência para manter as coisas emocionantes. E seu elenco é sempre tão diversificado, especialmente as policiais duronas que podem realmente causar confusão e abordar relacionamentos complexos em seus filmes.
BBernie_CrawfordSeptember 9, 2024
A vida é uma jornada selvagem; você nunca sabe o que vem a seguir. As histórias dos irmãos Coen falam sobre como eles podem ser confusos. É assim que eles funcionam.
GGabriel_DunlapSeptember 9, 2024
Lo que diferencia a las películas de los hermanos Coen de las demás es que no fuerzan el suspenso, pero de todas formas encuentran una forma de volarte la cabeza. Tienen un don para convertir los momentos más mundanos en más profundos y artísticos, todo mientras suman un poco de humor negro y violencia para mantener las cosas interesantes. Y su elenco siempre es muy diverso, en especial las policías rudas que realmente pueden ocasionar caos y experimentar relaciones complejas en sus películas.
BBrian_IngramSeptember 9, 2024
La vida es una experiencia salvaje, nunca sabes qué pasará a continuación. Las historias de los hermanos Coen tratan sobre lo trastornados que pueden llegar a ser. Así es simplemente cómo se manejan.

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