3000 Miles To Graceland Movie
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Crime Is King.
It was an ingenious enough plan: rob the Riviera Casino's count room during an Elvis impersonator convention. But Thomas Murphy decided to keep all the money for himself and shot all his partners, including recently-freed ex-con Michael Zane. With $3.2 million at stake, the Marshals Service closing in, and single mom Cybil Waingrow and her son Jesse constantly confounding things, Michael must track down Murphy.
| Kevin Costner | Thomas J. Murphy |
| Courteney Cox | Cybil Waingrow |
| Kurt Russell | Michael Zane |
| Bokeem Woodbine | Franklin |
| David Arquette | Gus |
| Jon Lovitz | Jay Peterson |
| David Kaye | Jesse Waingrow |
| Kevin Pollak | U.S. Marshal Damitry |
| Christian Slater | Hanson |
| Ice-T | Hamilton, Gunman |
| Howie Long | Jack, Gang Pilot |
| Thomas Haden Church | U.S. Marshal Quigley |
| Louis Lombardi | Otto Sinclair, Boise Lawyer |
| Shawn Michael Howard | Roller Elvis |
| Michael Kopsa | Jefferson |
| Demian Lichtenstein |
5.40 out of 10 (11506 votes)
Visitor Reviews
Minus 3000 Miles and Counting
posted on 09 Aug 2009Start the countdown and get ready for the trip of your life! "3000 Miles to Graceland" is one far-up, far-out, no-holds-barred movie. Kurt Russell and Kevin Costner are two diametrically in tandem partners. Gun battles, car chases, doubles crosses, twists and turns abound in this high-octane pursuit to the closet thing to utopia these characters can possibly conceive. Trust no one and believe only half of what you see is the best way to survive this cross-country quest for El Dorado. This is the 21st century's version of the `Auteur theory' at work here. However, as usual I can see the handwriting on the wall. This is another great Kurt Russell movie that nobody is going to go to take serious.
Some redeeming qualities
posted on 06 Aug 2009I would like to say that this film is the most serious case of miscasting that I've ever watched. The redeeming points for the entire production would be the special effects, Courtney Cox and Christian Slater.Kevin Costner is in the wrong film, Kurt Russell struggles to make anything of his part - cliched as it is anyway - because he's no actor to begin with. The dialogue is stilted and the acting lousy most of the way around except for Cox and Slater.It is cliched ridden and pointless and I'm astounded to read here at IMDB that this dribble cost $63 million to make ????????I basically saw this film because I'm a major Kevin Costner fan, and it did hold my interest so I gave it a 6 out of 10. But when it comes down to the crunch...don't buy it, don't rent it as a new release. Wait long enough and it'll be in the weekly section for $1.00 a week. No kidding.
This movie rocks!!!
posted on 25 Jul 2009This movie rocks!!! Technically perfect, crazy story, great cast,
excellent soundtrack, funny... Don't miss it if you like action, road
movies, sfx or even weird stories like Natural Born Killer, if you've
enjoyed True Romance, Pulp Fiction and Heat, and if you're crazy about The King :-) GREAT!!!
Crime might be king...This movie sure isn't!
posted on 05 Jul 2009I was going to write a long review of this movie, but I don't have to. You can all read Keyser Soze12's review, cause he's right on about this incredibly stupid movie!I was bored after 35 minutes of this film, and wished I could have turned it off right there and then. Guess what? I didn't...To make errors, is DEFINETLY human!WARNING: Do NOT watch '3000 Miles to Graceland'Why? Cause it's crappy.I'll give it 2 out of 10, just because it makes an effort to be different and it tries to be cool...Too bad it ends up being nothing but stupid, annoying, and boring.
A comedy with action and lots of violence.
posted on 01 Jul 2009It was interesting to see that some one could bring together so many well known actors and actresses to produce a comedy based on the old theme of robbing a Las Vegas casino. If it was supposed to be a serious effort then someone goofed. The outrageous acting, the barfy customs and plot made it a poor excuse. I almost stopped watching it, but did make it to the end. The one stand out was David Kaye, playing the part of the kid, Jesse. Take the scenes he is in with his exchange with Kurt Russel and Kevin Costner and you have comedy. Watch this one if you want, but by all means do not get to involved and do not take it as a seriously work of art.
5/10
Pick Someone You Want to Punch!
posted on 01 Jul 2009What the? This movie was so bad, I thought that the Brady Bunch episode where Bobby got lost in the Grand Canyon was more intense! What is this movie's obsession with jarring camera angles? It was like a Spike Jonze album on speed. I can't believe there was a crew for this movie. This was 30 million dollars well spent. Kevin Costner was having a Sealy Posturepedic morning, and the "impersonators" were in the film for nine minutes, total. I want to take a shower and wash off this movie! Rating: 3/10 (I've got an idea for a movie: THE JETSONS: AFTER THE APOCALYPSE)
one of the BEST action movies ever
posted on 25 Jun 2009After watching the trailer, I thought it would be a funny movie, a bit stupid but funny (Costner and Russell as Elvis impersonators are hilarious). What a surprise! What I finally saw is one of the best action movies I've seen in a long time. It even has a plot you can follow, doesn't need bloody guts and severed body parts to be shown in close-up. It is "just" a film about bank robbers, that decided to rob a casino, "because everybody else robs banks". There is a huge shootout and security guards and innocent bystanders drop dead by the dozen. The rivalry between the robbers evolves and finally leads (through some twists)to the showdown between Costner / Russell / dozens of law enforcers. The way Costner portraits the lunatic (actually believing himself to be one of Elvis' illegitimate children)is just fantastic and worth watching the movie. Russell is also wonderful to watch, as the ex-con who just wants to get enough money to settle down on his boat (nice twist there)and who doesn't share the enthusiasm of the others for killing. Even Cox as the "woman in the middle" shows a surprisingly good performance. Admittedly, you don't have to switch on your brain to understand it, but it is really cool to watch, funny and entertaining. If you don't want to spend any money on a theater ticket, get it on DVD - it's worth it.
This is my third movie with Kevin Pollack, Willow and Good Men being the other two.
posted on 05 Jun 2009This movie was very exciting, with a raw edge. I did not know that Kevin Pollack was in it. I don't want to give away the plot. But there may have been a clash of two actors name Kevin in the same film. Same with the clash of the two current Wyatt Earp portrayers in the film industry. Kurt Russell's Wyatt killed Thomas Haden Church's Billy Clanton Character. I will definetly add Kevin Pollack to my rental film list. May be I will see the Wedding Planner.
Some People Just Don't Get It
posted on 31 May 2009I've read reviews whining because some people thought this movie was about Elvis. I guess I just don't see criticizing a movie because of an erroneous assumption, when the movie is GOOD. I mean, damn good. Kurt Russell, in not his first stint as Elvis (or in this case, an impersonator for the sake of a robbery) is wonderfully understated and kind of the calm during the storm in this movie. The storm? That would be Kevin Costner, who plays the baddest bad man of his career, I dare say. With all of the romantic hero roles he's played, this role goes a long way in showing the many talents of this actor. How he could be so bad and yet, likeable, is amazing to me. Courtney Cox has the trashy-sex-kitten-with-a-good-heart thing going on, and her son is too wise for his years in a realistic, yet sad, way. Yes, this movie has some violence. Is it more violent than other movies? Well, yeah, if you're talking about Bounce, it does. The point is, this movie is immensely entertaining, and never boring. And that's what movies are all about, yes?
Crap but great crap
posted on 24 May 2009Like True Romance, and Pulp Fiction this film is movie junk food that I love to eat. Film purest will classify this film as crap, and so it is; but this is crap that the masses want and the movie elite hates. For action films this is great, a few slow parts, and the action scene at the end got a little predictable, with the high kill counts, but rebounds with a great ending. An old western show down, and being a road movie it gives the junk food escapism I love and need. The acting is great, Costner plays such a great jerk in this film, his attitude makes the viewer dislike him, like a bad guys in wrestling. Costner should keep playing bad guys. I believe this is his strong point. Russell plays the hero or the not too bad bad guy. Russell character is the all American type he acts too the tee. Stay at the end of this film for they have a bonus with the credits, an Elvis video and a funny out take from the film. Taker easy, and give yourself a break and watch this film.
Big Dumb Loud Violent Sexy Trashy FUN
posted on 08 May 2009You know, I think the makers of this film have established a formula that works: Elvis impersonators + automatic weapons + trashy women - any socially redeeming value = GOOD TIMES.This film is a guilty pleasure. I was fully aware that this movie was an utter train wreck from the opening credits, yet I enjoyed every worthless moment of it. Lots of crude humor. Lots of eye candy (Courtney Cox in tight trailer trash pants being the main offering in this area). LOTS and LOTS of gunfire (almost enough to give John Woo shell-casing envy). All the critcs hated this film, and when the critics universally hate something, it's either really really bad, or it's so bad that it's good. This would be one of the latter.Don't think about the plot (such as it is). Don't expect any credibility in the characters or their actions or motivations. Just shut off your brain and roll with it.
3000 miles beyond awesome . . .
posted on 05 May 2009It was great to see Kevin Costner and Christian Slater playing in yet again another movie together. Throw in Courtney Cox, Kurt Russel, and (who was that cute little blue-eyed boy?-soon to be the newest brad pitt) you've got an awesome movie. The shooting scenes were awesome, they even had a few car chases. The beginning of the movie was fast-paced and took a few twists, and you're thinking "okay, now what is the rest of the movie going to be about?", but it slowly shows you the plot. Anyone who goes to see this for the great action will love it. Anyone who goes to see it for Elvis, won't. It's not a movie about Elvis. Sure, Kevin Costner is a huge Elvis fan in the movie, but that's about it.
Violence is back!
posted on 02 May 2009Wow, what a action packed, violent film. Not for the young or weak stomach viewer. Fast paced, good jokes, lots of actors you like, blood and guns. The Vegas Shoot-Out is one of the most exciting and stomach turning scenes. Would have liked the film better if it did not use so many edits to jump around. All in all, its a good action film, but one thing is the opening credits are really lame, so if you get to the theater late, no loss.
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posted on 02 May 2009ok..well. im not going to sit here and tell you the entire movie because then what would be the point in seeing it? i, being a HUGE courteney cox arquette fan(ive seen all of her movies, and own more than half of her movies). this was not her best film. the film is not...THAT good. but i enjoyed it. the violence at times is over the top. but courteney was dazzling(we'll. im a huge fan so, of course id think that). if you dont like violent-action crazy stuff, this is one you can miss. but if violence doesnt bother you, than u may or may not enjoy it.
A masterpiece of stylized violence
posted on 28 Apr 2009(Caution: May contain spoilers) First of all, I think a lot of people are bad-mouthing this film just because they don't like Costner. He is undoubtedly the most under-rated actor in Hollywood. Second, there have been some major oversimplifications in previous comments on what a good action movie is. Action movies do not require a plot. If they did, then all movies by John Woo, Jackie Chan, Silvester Stalone, and all of Oliver Stones action movies, would have sank into oblivion. A good action movie is all about how it's done. And the film _3,000 Miles to Graceland_ is a perfect example of how an action film is supposed to be done. Now, obviously the director has studied the masters like John Woo. A lot of Woo's inspiration came from Westerns, and much of that is seen in this film. The stylized violence in this film is the best I've seen since Pulp Fiction, and I probably won't see it this good again for a few years at the least. Let's start from the beginning. The film starts with two computer-generated scorpions fighting. You see them using wrestling moves, martial arts, and even some Matrix-style combat. This ends with one of the scorpions dramatically stabbing the other with his stinger. When I saw this scene, I knew this wouldn't be any ordinary film. Since I didn't know much about the film beforehand, I didn't know what to expect. The introduction of Costner's character, Murphy, was quite dramatic. A gradual swoop from above to show him stepping out of the car in a sweet pair of shades. He and Russel's character reunite, and they drive off into the desert with a plan for a heist. Up to this point, I expected this to be a somewhat cute heist/comedy movie. The plan: four of the guys, including Murphy, sneak into the counting room of a huge casino disguised as Elvis impersonators at a convention and rob the place at gunpoint, while Russel's character provides a getaway elevator to the rooftop where a helicopter picks them up. Very sweet plan. However, they then walked through the casino brandishing their assault rifles, and the dazed security guards tried to stop them. And here's the point at which I realized this was going to be a bloody, gruesome, violent film. Murphy raises his shotgun and blows a cop across the casino. There's a moment of silence, then the whole casino erupts into the bloodiest battle since Gettysburg. And this was one of the best filmed action sequences I've ever seen. It switches frequently between the gunfight, and an Elvis impersonator singing on stage. Very interesting technique. This is an EXTREMELY violent scene, but it's very well orchestrated. In fact, it's a beautiful scene because it's shot so well. Later, Murphy gets into an absolutely stupid argument with Slater's character about whether they should split up their dead comrade's money. Murphy ends up using a gun under the table to shoot him in the knee. He then walks over and blows his brains out. When Murphy then shoots his other two partners, it's obvious that the argument was just an excuse. And that scene in the motel room where Murphy shot Slater, was the best execution scene I've seen since Hard-Boiled.From that point on, the movie just gets more and more evil, and that's what makes it great. The film has such great stylized violence, and it holds back nothing. Murphy, driving through the desert, stops at a gas station. Not wanting to pay for the gas, he kills the fat, bald gas station attendant, who was incestuous with his daughter (or maybe grand daughter). The girl is shocked, but asks to come with Murphy. So he takes her with him. Later, you see Murphy driving alone in the car. There's no one in the passenger seat. Then you see the girl's head pop up, and she wipes her mouth. Disgusting, gritty, reality. This movie, though it may seem far-fetched, is actually realistic. Gas station attendants getting shot; happens all the time. A guy with a girl's head in his lap doing you-know-what; this happens in real life. But this film doesn't hold these things back. It includes it all in this masterpiece of stylized violence. (MAJOR SPOILER AHEAD)
At the end, Murphy is cornered in a large warehouse by at least 50 heavily armed cops. You think, "There's no way they can win this one." Surprisingly, Murphy whips out a machine gun and starts shooting. This shootout between Murphy, his boys, and the cops, may have broken John Woo's record for the most bullets in an action movie. Murphy's guys die pretty quickly, and he ends up with 20 cops aiming assault rifles right at his chest. He freezes, and looks at all the red dots dancing around on his chest. He has a little moment of deep thought, and maybe prayer, then raises his M-60 and starts shooting. The cops blow him to oblivion, absolutely riddling his body with bullets. All in all, this movie is a masterpiece of stylized violence. It has superb acting; I've never seen Costner play someone so evil. The action scenes almost rival those of Woo and the Chinese Masters. And something to keep in mind: even my mother loved this movie. I give it 9 out of 10 stars.
A good idea that didn't T.C.O.B.
posted on 20 Apr 2009I think this film started out with a great premise and great comedic possibility. And, not knowing anything about it before I saw it, it looked like that was where it was going when it started. All of a sudden, the film degenerates into this massively violent gore & blood fest, and a plot, that originally had so much going for it, that fell into a completely predictable pattern. I rarely think, "Wow, this blood & gore fest would have made a really good comedy", but this is one of those times.
Very good movie
posted on 08 Apr 2009This is a good movie with an imaginative story and great acting, especially by Kevin Costner and Courtney Cox, who give really impressive performances. As for Kevin Costner, he gives a great "bad guy" performance as a psychopathic killer who believes he is Elvis Presley's son. At first the movie seems to be a comedy, with a gang of guys posing as Elvis Presley look-alike trying to rob a casino, but after the robbery, which nets 3 million dollars, the story takes a far more serious turn as Kevin Costner sets out to systematically eliminate everyone who directly or indirectly had anything to do with the robbery. Kurt Russell plays one of the robbers who ultimately confronts Kevin Costner. This is a good movie and is worth watching.
3000 Miles to Graceland and 125 minutes of action all the way!
posted on 22 Aug 2009This movie is one of those hard core action movies that never slows down. They have three sex scenes (no nudity though), and violence and language throughout. Kevin Coster plays Murphey, a man who believes himself to be one of the son's of Elvis that Elvis never knew about. Him and his friend Michael (Kurt Russel) who plays the bad guy gone good who tries to get a cache of money back from Murphey after a daring Las Vegas casino heist.*SPOILERS* This movie is a violent blood bath from start to finish. Everyone who is involved with the casino heist is either immediately killed off or....immediately killed off. Bokeem Woodbine is killed off during the heist. Christian Slater is killed off while arguing about dividing up shares of the money. And Murphey kills David Arquette's character off (for no other apparant reason that just killing him out of boredom) while helping him dump Christian Slater's body. I also wish that we could've seen more of Howie Long. He was under used and underdeveloped. Jon Lovitz is also killed off in his first and only scene of the movie. He is only in there for about ten minutes at the most. All of these people are listed as the film's main characters and they are killed off within the first forty-five minutes of the movie! But, Kevin Coster is really good at making the audience hate him. His role in this film is much different than what we normally see him in. Although I don't know what was so special about this movie that attracted such great stars (other examples being Kevin Pollack and Thomas Haden Church who play two detectives trying to follow Murpehy's trail of blood). Ice-T even has a small part. He plays a mercenary that is hired to kill off cops while Murphey and Jack (Howie Long) try to retrieve the money from whatever happened to it. Courtney Cox also has a part as the damsel in distress. Her scenes are some of the most boring (except for the shot of her tight butt through her leather pants). Hehehe. So, my overall opinion is that 3000 MILES TO GRACELAND is a volatile action thriller. It deserves atleast 2/5 stars for being different.