The Bikeriders (2023)
The Bikeriders (2023)
Directed by: Jeff Nichols | Starring: Jodie Comer, Austin Butler, Tom Hardy
Set in the 1960s Midwest, The Bikeriders tells the story of the rise and fall of the Vandals motorcycle club through the eyes of Kathy (Jodie Comer), the wife of rebellious biker Benny (Austin Butler). As the club shifts from brotherhood to violent crime under the leadership of Johnny (Tom Hardy), loyalties are tested and danger escalates.
Highlights:
Atmospheric & Stylish: Gritty visuals, vintage motorcycles, and a moody, retro vibe capture biker culture authentically.
Strong Cast Performances: Jodie Comer commands the screen with a fierce yet vulnerable presence, while Butler and Hardy deliver charismatic, unpredictable energy.
Quiet Tension: The story simmers with slow-burning dread as friendships crack and the club turns darker.
Character Focused: Less about action, more about identity, loyalty, and belonging inside a crumbling world.
Retro Soundtrack: Classic rock and blues tracks enrich the 1960s setting. Rating: 7.0/10The Bikeriders is a stylish, brooding drama about freedom and lost ideals—rich in mood and character, but light on plot momentum.
