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Kevin Hart's 'Lift' on Netflix: A Heist with a Twist of Comedy

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Get ready for Kevin Hart's latest heist adventure on Netflix! Find out if his performance in 'Lift' shines brighter than the gold they're after.

Kevin Hart takes center stage in Netflix's latest heist movie, 'Lift,' where he leads an international team of thieves in a daring mission. Despite the implausible and silly plot, solid performances by Hart, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, and Vincent D'Onofrio make the film a decent winter diversion for action fans. In this glossy action flick, the twists and turns of the meticulous gold heist keep viewers on the edge of their seats.

As the narrative unfolds, viewers witness Cyrus Whitaker, played by Kevin Hart, navigating through a blend of Fast and Furious elements with Ocean's Eleven-like heist setups. The chemistry between Kevin Hart and Gugu Mbatha-Raw, who plays Interpol agent Abby Gladwell, adds a touch of romance to the high-stakes drama of the heist. 'Lift' may not reinvent the heist movie genre, but it offers a lighthearted, entertaining experience for fans of action-packed adventures.

In a saturated market of action films, 'Lift' stands out as a forgettable addition, leaving audiences craving a more memorable cinematic experience. Despite Kevin Hart's charisma and the star-studded cast, the film fails to deliver a unique or gripping narrative that sets it apart from its counterparts. With a formulaic storyline and generic action sequences, 'Lift' struggles to soar above mediocrity, leaving viewers with a sense of unfulfilled potential.

Director F. Gary Gray discusses the franchise potential of 'Lift,' hinting at a possible sequel to explore the world of international heists further. As Netflix continues to churn out content based on algorithmic preferences, 'Lift' serves as a prime example of the streaming platform's strategy to cater to diverse audience tastes by blending comedy and high-stakes drama in a single package.

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Netflix's Kevin Hart Vehicle <i>Lift</i> Is Absurd—But Still Kind of Fun (TIME)

The new Kevin Hart heist movie is implausible and silly, but solid performances make it a decent winter diversion.

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Netflix's New Heist Movie Lift Wastes a Fun Cast (Vulture)

In the new Netflix heist movie Lift, Kevin Hart, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, and Vincent D'Onofrio are trying to steal Jean Reno's gold. And somehow, we don't really ...

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Lift Ending Explained: What Happens During Cyrus' Gold Heist (Screen Rant)

Starring Kevin Hart, Netflix's Lift walks through a meticulous gold heist that presents many gripping twists and turns before it reaches its ending.

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Lift review: Netflix's dismal Kevin Hart heist movie sinks like a stone (Polygon)

Kevin Hart, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, and Jean Reno star in a dreadful blend of a Fast and Furious movie and Ocean's Eleven. Lift is streaming now on Netflix.

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Lift movie review & film summary (2024) | Roger Ebert (Roger Ebert)

“Lift” is as generic and forgettable as its title, the kind of glossy, empty action picture that Netflix just keeps pumping out, whether we need it or not.

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Kevin Hart Wears Audemars Piguet During the "LIFT" Press Tour (Haute Time)

It's been quite the week for former Haute Time cover star, Kevin Hart, as he has been on a press tour promoting his latest project, "LIFT."

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Review: 'Lift' is a humdrum heist movie that steals time you'll never ... (ABC News)

But Cyrus Whitaker, the suave thief he plays in "Lift," is dressed to wow as he puts the moves on gorgeous Gugu Mbatha-Raw as Interpol agent Abby Gladwell.

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'Lift' Cast & Character Guide: Who Joins Kevin Hart in the Heist Movie? (Collider.com)

Lift follows the story of Cyrus Whitaker, a master thief who gets blackmailed by his ex, Abby, who also happens to be an Interpol agent, to pull off an ...

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Kevin Hart's 'Lift' is soon to be released on Netflix. Full cast and ... (The Economic Times)

The storyline of Lift revolves around Cyrus Whitaker, an accomplished leader of an international heist team. Cyrus assembles a group of like-minded thieves ...

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'Lift' movie review: Kevin Hart's heist outing is grounded on the runway (The Hindu)

There is nothing to salvage this film that must have sounded brilliant at the script stage and then came apart in the execution.

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lift: Kevin Hart's Thriller 'Lift': Check out release date, time, cast, plot ... (The Economic Times)

Netflix gears up for the release of "Lift," a heist thriller featuring Kevin Hart and an ensemble cast. Scheduled to premiere on January 12, 2024, the film ...

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Kevin Hart's 'Lift' shows how the Netflix algorithm has revived the 'B ... (CNN)

Kevin Hart's new movie “Lift” is fine for what it is, featuring a heist designed for light escapism. Yet it's also a prime example of the Netflix algorithm ...

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Lift (Empire)

Cyrus (Kevin Hart) heads a tight-knit international heist crew who are recruited by the FBI — via his ex-girlfriend Abby (Gugu Mbatha-Raw) — to commandeer a ...

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'Lift' Director on Kevin Hart Movie Franchise Potential (Variety)

F. Gary Gray talked his approach to setting 'Lift' apart from other heist films, making audiences root for criminals and the potential for a sequel.

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Lift review: an unpolished Netflix heist thriller | Digital Trends (Digital Trends)

Lift has seemingly everything it needs to work, but it just doesn't. The new, Kevin Hart-led heist thriller is streaming now on Netflix.

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6 Gadgets Used By Cyrus & His Team In Netflix's Lift (Screen Rant)

Cyrus and his team use a military-grade laser to break into the vault in the A380 aircraft without making too much noise. · Magnus uses a Stewart platform to ...

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Why Netflix's Lift Feels So Much Like A Fast & Furious Movie (Screen Rant)

Netflix's film Lift, starring Kevin Hart, shares similarities with the Fast and Furious movies, from international settings to high-stakes heists and noble ...

Gray Has Franchise Hopes For "Lift" - Dark Horizons (Dark Horizons)

The Kevin Hart-led mid-air heist film “Lift” premiered on Netflix on Friday to mixed reviews. Hart plays Cyrus Whitaker, a man who leads an international ...

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