Quartile rating: 5.5/10 · 1 rating
After being recruited by a group of unconventional thieves, renowned criminal Richard Pace finds himself caught up in an elaborate gold heist that promises to have far-reaching implications on his life and the lives of countless others.
The Misfits (2021) is a generic heist thriller that fails to distinguish itself from countless similar films. The plot is formulaic and predictable, hitting standard heist movie beats without meaningful subversion. The acting, featuring Pierce Brosnan, is serviceable but unremarkable, with characters feeling thinly written. Cinematography is competent and glossy with Middle Eastern locations providing some visual interest, but nothing exceptional. The novelty is low — despite a Robin Hood-esque twist involving stealing from terrorists, the execution feels recycled. The ending wraps up tidily but without impact or surprise. Overall a forgettable, below-average entry in the genre.