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Jon Bernthal’s 115-Minute Action Thriller ‘Baby Driver’ Is a Start-to-Finish Masterpiece
*Baby Driver*, directed by Edgar Wright, is a 2017 action thriller about a skilled getaway driver who tries to leave a robbery gang after falling for a waitress. The article argues that Jon Bernthal’s supporting role as Griff, the crew’s security chief, stands out for its restrained, carefully observed performance.
The film draws on classic heist movies while using music to shape its car chases and action scenes. It earned $227 million against a $34 million budget; Bernthal said he spoke with career criminals to better understand Griff’s mindset. The article notes that *Baby Driver* is streaming on Paramount+.
In short
- Jon Bernthal’s restrained turn as Griff is a standout.
- *Baby Driver* mixes heist influences with music-led action.
- The film made $227 million from a $34 million budget.