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The Mexican

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The Mexican
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R,2hrs 3min
Released:
March 2, 2001
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DreamWorks Pictures
Synopsis: A clumsy criminal is put in a position where he not only has to save his own skin, but that of his girlfriend in this comedy with strong undercurrents of romance. Jerry Welbach (Brad Pitt) is a low-level Mafia "mechanic" whose ineptitude is countered by frequent (but unpredictable) bursts of dumb luck. Jerry's girlfriend Samantha (Julia Roberts) wants him to get out of the business, and after his latest blunder lands capo Arnold Margolese (Gene Hackman) in jail, so does mid-level crime kingpin Bernie ... Full Synopsis
Critics' Reviews
Gandolfini comes in from left field and provides a character with dimensions and surprises, bringing out the best in Roberts. Their dialogue scenes are the best reason to see the movie. Full Review
Metascore
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43
Mixed or Average Reviews
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Featured Cast
Jerry Welbach
Samantha
Bernie Nayman
Photos
Brad Pitt attends a special screening of "The Mexican" at the National Theatre in Westwood, Calif.,...
Julia Roberts attends the Los Angeles premiere of "The Mexican" on Feb. 23, 2001.
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Brad Pitt at "The Mexican" premiere.
Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston at the L.A. premiere of The Mexican, Feb. 23, 2001
Elizabeth Daily at "The Mexican" Westood Premiere
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