Released in 2001, this slick remake of the 1960 Rat Pack film is a masterpiece of cool. The plot follows Danny Ocean (George Clooney), a charismatic thief who orchestrates the most sophisticated casino heist in history less than 24 hours after being released from prison. Alongside his right-hand man Rusty Ryan (Brad Pitt), Danny assembles an 11-man crew of specialists, including Matt Damon's neurotic pickpocket, Don Cheadle's eccentric explosives expert, and Carl Reiner's wise old con man. Their target: over $150 million from three Las Vegas casinos—the Bellagio, the Mirage, and the MGM Grand—owned by the ruthless Terry Benedict (Andy Garcia).
The film is presented in its original theatrical aspect ratio of 2.40:1, using the VC-1 video codec to deliver a sharp, detailed image that brings the neon-lit glitz of Las Vegas to life. The 1080p resolution captures the fine grain of the film stock, the texture of the costumes, and the intricate details of the sets without any digital artifacts. The audio experience is equally impressive, with an English Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound track (640 kbps) that immerses you in the casino floor, from the clinking of coins to the subtle whispers of the crew's planning sessions. Ocean-s Eleven -2001- -George Clooney- 1080p Bl...
Ocean’s Eleven is a movie that demands to be seen in high definition. Steven Soderbergh, pulling double duty as his own cinematographer under the pseudonym Peter Andrews, crafted a visually distinct world for this film. The 1080p Blu-ray presentation breathes new life into his artistic choices. Released in 2001, this slick remake of the
Saul Bloom (Carl Reiner), a retired con artist brought in for one last high-stakes masquerade. Their target: over $150 million from three Las
Danny Ocean recruits a team of eleven specialists—each with a unique skill (pickpocket, demolitions, acrobatics, surveillance, etc.)—to rob three casinos during a high-profile boxing match. The heist involves intricate misdirection, synchronized timing, and personal stakes, as the target casino owner, Terry Benedict, is dating Danny’s estranged wife, Tess.
Beyond the plot, the film is a celebration of competence. There is a specific joy in watching experts do their jobs well, from the acrobatics of "The Amazing" Yen to the tech-wizardry of Livingston Dell. The climax, set to Claude Debussy’s "Clair de Lune" by the Bellagio fountains, strips away the tension of the heist to provide a moment of shared, quiet victory, cementing the film as a timeless piece of entertainment. Further Exploration Learn about the making of the film and its legacy on Rotten Tomatoes Explore the history of the Bellagio Fountains , the iconic setting for the film's finale.