Life (1999)
Updated: Aug 28
R | 1h 48min | 7/10 |
Parental Rating: R (Restricted. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian)
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"Life" (1999) intricately weaves the tale of Ray Gibson and Claude Banks after a mistaken murder charge binds their fates together with a life sentence. Set against the backdrop of a Mississippi prison camp, the film navigates through their journey of friendship, survival, and the dream of freedom. Despite the grim premise, "Life" is infused with humor and heart, showcasing the resilience of the human spirit and the power of friendship in the darkest times. Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence deliver performances that blend comedy with emotional depth, making their characters' decades-long saga both entertaining and poignant.
Director
Ted Demme
Writers
Robert Ramsey
Matthew Stone
Starring
Eddie Murphy as Rayford "Ray" Gibson
Martin Lawrence as Claude Banks
Obba Babatundé as Willie Long
Nick Cassavetes as Sergeant Dillard
Produced by
Brian Grazer
Eddie Murphy
Imagine Entertainment
Universal Pictures
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Distributed by
Universal Pictures
Release date
April 16, 1999
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Country
United States
Languages
English
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