Just when I’m ready to cancel my Netflix subscription due to disappointing reboots and lackluster comedy shows, something like this arrives. The film was made on a limited budget, but that’s cleverly hidden; the production values feel elevated by the cast's abilities. It has an authentic look, convincingly recreating the atmosphere of the 1930s. The performances are excellent, and the movie manages to balance h…

Drawing from a true account, “The Highwaymen” (1983) follows two former Texas Rangers—Kevin Costner and Woody Harrelson—who are asked to hunt down and kill Bonnie & Clyde in 1934 when other law enforcement couldn’t manage it. This film provides a valuable contrast to the 1967 movie starring Beatty and Dunaway, which portrayed the criminals with more sympathy, as well as “Bonnie & Clyde: The True Story” from 1992, …

I was anticipating a historical drama focusing on the pursuit of Bonnie and Clyde and the circumstances surrounding their story. That’s precisely what it is. This isn’t necessarily going to appeal to all viewers, but those seeking an authentic period setting with believable action sequences will likely find enjoyment in this film.