Silly entertainment! <em>'The Mexican'</em> works as a comedy and works as an adventure road trip flick, so it evidently achieved what it set out to do. This 2001 release features a strong cast, as we get Brad Pitt and Julia Roberts together alongside James Gandolfini, J. K. Simmons and Gene Hackman. I enjoyed all five, especially the first three. It's not a film to be taken overly serious, it's one to enjoy…
Love with the safety off.
Jerry Welbach, a reluctant bagman, has been given two ultimatums: The first is from his mob boss to travel to Mexico and retrieve a priceless antique pistol, known as "the Mexican"... or suffer the consequences. The second is from his girlfriend Samantha to end his association with the mob. Jerry figures alive and in trouble with Samantha is better than the more permanent alternative, so he heads south of the border.
Top Cast
Brad Pitt
Jerry Welbach
Julia Roberts
Samantha Barzel
James Gandolfini
Winston Baldry
J.K. Simmons
Ted Slocum
David Krumholtz
Beck
Bob Balaban
Bernie Nayman
Gene Hackman
Arnold Margolese
Michael Cerveris
Frank
Richard Coca
Car Thief #1
Castulo Guerra
Joe the Pawnshop Owner
Salvador Sánchez
Gunsmith
Jeremy Roberts
Bobby Victory
José Carlos Rodríguez
Hotel Clerk
Daniel Escobar
Raoul
Sherman Augustus
Well Dressed Black Man
Mayra Sérbulo
Emanuelle (as Maira Serbulo)
Reviews
It’s been a while since I’ve seen this and maybe my tastes may have evolved but I recall liking it a lot and watching it a second time at one point. I was pleasantly surprised by James Gandolfini’s brave choice of his small role, after the tough gangster roles. I would watch it again just for that. I would recommend this move to anyone looking for a nice early 2000’s romantic comedy.
FAQ about The Mexican
What is The Mexican about?
Jerry Welbach, a reluctant bagman, has been given two ultimatums: The first is from his mob boss to travel to Mexico and retrieve a priceless antique pistol, known as "the Mexican"... or suffer the consequences. The second is from his girlfriend Samantha to end his association…
When was The Mexican released?
The Mexican was released in 2001.
What genres does The Mexican belong to?
The Mexican is categorised as Action, Comedy, Crime, Romance.
Who stars in The Mexican?
The cast of The Mexican includes Brad Pitt, Julia Roberts, James Gandolfini, J.K. Simmons, David Krumholtz.