Clever and riveting,The Outfitis a gangster thriller done right.

Unlike many other gangster movies,The Outfitisn’t flashy and adopts a well-known approach.

Meanwhile, cop Richie Roberts becomes determined to bring Lucas down.

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Instead, it treats every major character as a flawed yet crucial piece in an ever-evolving story.

Its a slick, quietly tense, and, in some ways, timeless British gangster flick.

ButLe Samourainever feels boring, because its always precise and controlled, not to mention exceptionally stylish.

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Its premise is an airtight one, seeing not just one character go undercover, but two.

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