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New Trailer for Motorcycle Drama THE BIKERIDERS Starring Tom Hardy and Austin Butler

THE BIKERIDERS

Focus Features recently unveiled a fresh trailer for the highly anticipated film by writer and director Jeff Nichols, titled The Bikeriders. Originally slated for release under Disney’s 20th Century Studios, the movie found a new home at Focus Features after a change of plans. My excitement for this film has been steadily building, especially considering the stellar cast that includes Austin Butler, Tom Hardy, Jodie Comer, Michael Shannon, Boyd Holbrook, and Norman Reedus. The setting in the tumultuous 1960s and the narrative revolving around a motorcycle club promise a gripping cinematic experience.

The film delves into the tumultuous journey of a fictional Midwestern motorcycle club throughout the 1960s. Drawing inspiration from Danny Lyon’s iconic photography book, The Bikeriders immerses its audience in the gritty, visceral subculture of ’60s motorcycle enthusiasts. The synopsis teases a compelling narrative centered around Kathy, a resilient member of the Vandals married to the audacious bikerider Benny. Kathy recounts the club’s evolution over a decade, starting as a local group of outsiders bonded by revelry, roaring bikes, and admiration for their steadfast leader Johnny.

As the story unfolds, Kathy grapples with her husband’s untamed spirit and his allegiance to Johnny, creating a dynamic where she must vie for Benny’s attention. The narrative intensifies as the Vandals teeter on the edge of transforming from a local club of rebels to a more ominous gang. The trio—Kathy, Benny, and Johnny—find themselves at a crossroads, forced to make profound choices about their loyalty to the club and to each other.

Adding an authentic touch to the film, most of the cast members took on the challenge of riding period-correct bikes themselves. This commitment to realism contributes to the immersive experience promised by The Bikeriders. U.S. theaters are set to welcome the film on June 21st, promising a cinematic journey through the turbulent and riveting world of ’60s motorcycle culture.

Originally posted 2023-12-18 21:01:52.