Sleepers
By Barry Levinson
1996
Crime / Drama
2h27
Synopsis
After a prank goes disastrously wrong, a group of boys are sent to a detention center where they are brutalized. Thirteen years later, an unexpected random encounter with a former guard gives them a chance for revenge.
Community Reviews
Viewers are deeply moved by 'Sleepers', praising its intense narrative and stellar performances, especially from Kevin Bacon and Robert De Niro. The film's handling of heavy themes like justice, revenge, and the impacts of abuse resonates strongly, evoking a mix of emotions from anger to sadness. The realistic portrayal of the characters' traumatic experiences and their quest for vengeance is both compelling and heart-wrenching, making it a memorable watch.
👍 Stellar performances and intense narrative
👎 Themes may be too heavy for some
