The Order
Directed by Justin KurzelA series of bank robberies and car heists frightened communities in the Pacific Northwest. A lone FBI agent believes that the crimes were not the work of financially motivated criminals, but rather a group of dangerous domestic terrorists.
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- VarunJanuary 2, 2025Formulaic and boring with an uninteresting by the books investigation. I’ll give it a bit of slack for being based on a true story and it was also nice seeing Jude Law play this kind of role. The movie did a good job depicting the domestic terrorism of white supremacy. But I’ve seen this kind of movie so many times before, it really does nothing new.
- d-harvJanuary 23, 2025Great potential, but at the end there was a message about domestic terrorism that used the January 6th protests and the Oklahoma bombing in the same context. Whoever decided to add this message at the end had propagandist intent. There is no comparison between these two events. These same people who still call January 6th domestic terrorism will tell you the people who tried to burn down court houses and tore down statues were just peaceful protesters.
- dannyol43February 5, 2025Justin Kurzel nails it every time! Two of the best performances of 2024. Jude Law and Nicholas Hoult got overlooked big time for this. You know the whole time what the ending is going to be, but your eyes are glued to the screen regardless. Also, this really makes me want to visit the PNW.
- Kevin WardJuly 1, 2025As far as true crime thrillers go, this was well done. The heists and robberies are really well constructed and the cast is excellent up and down the call sheet. Hoult is probably the standout performer as an off-shoot neo-nazi leader, Bob Matthews, in the PNW who’s building a revolution with the guidance provided in The Turner Diaries, the “handbook for white victory.” On his tail is seasoned FBI agent Terry Husk (Jude Law) with help from a local deputy, Jamie Bowden (Tye Sheridan). Though, I enjoyed the film quite a bit, I have to say, this film doesn’t really feel as anti-neo-nazi, as I would have liked. The FBI is borderline incompetent and not given much characterization, while Matthews is given a rousing speech where he professes the things they stand for. Intended or not, I came away feeling like it could be a low key recruitment piece. Like in a….” if you recently had your job taken away, you’re fed up with government, and sympathize with Timothy McVeigh and/or the J6ers….I’ve got a book that you need to read” kinda way. I guess in a way this film is similar to Justin Kurzel’s Nitram which I also really liked, but depicts the days leading up to an infamous true life mass murder, and follows the perpetrator of the crime providing a glimpse into his psyche a somewhat sympathetic lens. To be fair, I think the Marc Maron messages as radio host Alan Berg does provide a voice for tolerance, even if that voice is silenced part-way through for…[redacted]. I can’t deny that I enjoyed the watch, though.
- MrterrytoyouJune 26, 2025Fantastic
- Deep HouseJune 25, 2025Fantastic
- PatrikStarFebruary 6, 2025Not surprised that this movie is based on true events. To date, almost nothing has changed.
- keithy077April 12, 2025Pretty good, worth a look
- burtjohansonFebruary 14, 2025Some really strong performances from Law, Hoult, and Sheridan here. Script/writing felt a bit jumpy at times but still a really fascinating story that is acted out convincingly.
- SpoonsFebruary 8, 2025The Order delivers a gripping, if familiar, procedural narrative, elevated by strong performances and breathtaking scenery. While it doesn’t stray far from the conventions of the genre, it’s the underlying historical context and unsettling modern parallels that make it linger in your mind long after the credits roll. Jude Law brings gravitas to his role as a determined FBI agent investigating a series of violent crimes tied to a far-right extremist group. He’s all furrowed brows, tense silences, and the kind of man who’s seen too much to be surprised but can’t stop himself from caring. Law’s performance anchors the film, offering a steady, brooding presence that contrasts sharply with Nicholas Hoult’s role as the antagonist—the selfish, single-minded leader of the militant faction. Hoult leans into his character’s ruthless obsession with his mission, showing little regard for those around him. His portrayal is chilling not because of any charm, but because of his cold, unwavering infatuation with his cause. Visually, The Order is stunning. The cinematography captures sweeping landscapes and stark urban decay with equal skill, creating a world that feels both beautiful and oppressive. It’s a fitting backdrop for a story that’s as much about the setting’s history as it is about the characters within it. The film’s foundation in true events from the 1980s adds a chilling layer, especially when considering the rise of fascist ideologies today. From the echoes of January 6th to disturbing cultural nods like Elon Musk’s on-stage Nazi salutes and MMA fighters casually revising history to suggest “Hitler wasn’t too bad.” The Order serves as a stark warning, reminding us that the horrors of the past are not as distant as we’d like to believe. It’s a sobering reflection on how certain subcultures and political groups continue to perpetuate these dangerous ideologies. While the film might not reinvent the wheel, its timely relevance and strong performances make it a must-watch for those interested in stories where history’s dark shadows stretch into the present. A solid, visually striking procedural that packs a punch with its historical resonance and timely warnings, even if it doesn’t break new ground narratively. If you like modern cop noir movies like Zodiac, Seven, True Detective or Wind River then this is for you.
- RyezooFebruary 4, 2025Great performances, action, and cinematography. Didn’t know this story and it’s crazy how much people got away with for how long back then. Defenetily a recommend from me. Slight spoiler: just want to say I do feel it ends a little anticlimactic but that’s just how it goes when it comes from telling a true story. Felt the same about The Bikeriders, both are still great movies.
- michael.r10December 28, 2024A powerful, timely and well made movie about white supremacy and real consequences of hate.
