New Jeff Nichols (with Butler, Comer & Hardy)

According to a Redditor, the film was test-screened on March 2nd, and looked ready, here’s their posted reaction:

I went to a test screening last night and it seemed like 90% finished. So I’m surprised at this [Deadline] article. At the screening we were told some of the sound isn’t finished mixing and some of the score was temporary. It was a pretty good movie! Really well made, and there’s just enough humor and gritty violence to accompany a screenplay that we’ve more or less seen before. Not a bad thing, though! Everyone in the film was great.

I wasn’t underwhelmed, overall had a great time. And maybe it wasn’t trying to be something really unique? After all, it is based off a book. It’s familiar, but in a good way. These days you just have to make a well crafted film that captures your attention for the whole runtime (which this did) to get some form of critical acclaim. I think the movie will do well with critics and some audiences. As for reshoots, not super necessary. I would maybe add or replace scenes with certain characters to get more of an impact at the end of the film. Expect an “R” rating as well. Mostly for language and violence.

It’s still a good 4 star movie. And just given the way that the Oscars have played out the last few years…I’d still expect this film to be in contention at some point in the race. I could see Jodie Comer and possibly Butler and Tom Hardy sneaking in…but I doubt it given there’s tons of films coming out this year with probably powerhouse lead performances. In regards to the R rating….no nudity or sex. But Butler and Comer have good chemistry for what their relationship is.

They go on to mention that this is a very good addition to Austin Butler’s filmography. He’s not necessarily the lead but shares equal screentime with Hardy.

There’s also comparison to the raw grittiness and vibes of “The Place Beyond the Pines,” an authenticity that Nichols is very much known for.

www.worldofreel.com/blog/2023/3/bhohzxas011ezujyjblb1xbb3d52ts

“Inspired by Danny Lyon’s iconic book of photography, “The Bikeriders” immerses you in the look, feel, and sounds of the bare-knuckled, grease-covered subculture of ’60s motorcycle riders.

Kathy (Comer), a strong-willed member of the Vandals who’s married to a wild, reckless bikerider named Benny (Butler), recounts the Vandals’ evolution over the course of a decade, beginning as a local club of outsiders united by good times, rumbling bikes, and respect for their strong, steady leader Johnny (Hardy). Over the years, Kathy tries her best to navigate her husband’s untamed nature and his allegiance to Johnny, with whom she feels she must compete for Benny’s attention. As life in the Vandals gets more dangerous, and the club threatens to become a more sinister gang, Kathy, Benny and Johnny are forced to make choices about their loyalty to the club and to each other.”