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The movie centers on four girls, each of who have been sent to prison for various reasons, all of who are guilty. They form a rock band, and make a break for it on their way to a performance at a policeman's ball. Hijinks ensue, as they become a popular, best selling rock band. Of course, being wanted and having your face on your album cover is never good. They make a few live performances, and always manage to escape just in time before being caught (although I can't recommend you jump off a very large bridge (sorry, but I'm not familiar with German landmarks, but I'd compare it to the Golden Gate in San Francisco?)). Watching this movie, I began to wonder about the German Police, but I bet foreign countries begin to wonder about American law enforcement after watching an episode of "The Simpsons"... As a final "plus", the music is sung in English, which I, being an English-speaking American, enjoyed. ^_^

For some reason, I keep wanting to compare "Bandits" to "Josie and the Pussycats", but to do so would be comparing apples to oranges -- yeah, both round, but there's not much more in common. "Bandits" is a dark, deep movie, while "Josie" is a fun, brainless comedy (which is good for the body every once in a while). I equally enjoyed both movies, but for different reasons, and wouldn't necessarily recommend "Bandits" to the average American who enjoyed "Josie". "Bandits" is a movie that was fun, but had it's dark side, too.

It also brought up a interesting question: do I want to see girls who robed banks and murdered people escape to South America, or be sent back to prison? Was Emma justified in what she did?

Overall a great movie, some very cool editing tricks I'll have to "steal", and a powerful, well written soundtrack.

Worth Getting!
This was one of those movies that came on while I was on the computer with the TV on in the background. After a few minutes I was watching this terrific story and enjoying the music of these four German women. After watching it a couple of times after that, I came to Amazon.com and bought the CD, which is wonderful! I am decided to buy the movie and would recommend it to others!

this band of bandits will rock your world
this is your film if you love hip german flicks like "run lola run", rockin' musicals, or chick flicks as a general rule of thumb. here is one film which is as well-acted & well-written as it is choreographed. i can't imagine anyone in their right mind who wouldn't be entertained by this film & i sincerely pray no idiot american will try to remake bandits. so as not to bore you with a lengthy review of why i love this film, just go out & pick up a copy at your local blockbuster while you still can. i mean, while it's still in print. i will give you a few tidbits as to why you should want to see it though. every song is 100%addictive & you will probably find yourself tapping your foot, snapping fingers, or perhaps singing along with these talented german chicks. unlike some prison chick flicks, this one is neither excessive in the sex or violence department so there isn't a great deal of objectionable material. yes, you could probably pop it in with mom & dad or while teens are doing homework in the living room. lastly, there is never a dull moment in the entire film. each scene is as mesmerizing & exciting as the one before so you are constantly immersed in the grand scheme of things & you will care about each of the women. if nothing else, you will find bandits to be great eye candy just like the sleeper german film "run lola run" with the incredible photography. i bought this film in a used vhs bin & have watched it by myself many times & with friends.