Ah, The Hustle, where dreams of financial deceit come to life and glamour meets the art of persuasion, all while playing a game of financial chess with those who thought they could outrun two charming con artists.
June 26, 2019
Mark your calendars for August 6, folks! Rebel Wilson and Anne Hathaway are gracing your digital screens with their shenanigans in The Hustle. Trust me, it’s the kind of hustle that even your most ambitious high-school classmate would envy. This riveting spectacle drops on Blu-ray, DVD, and on demand starting August 20, courtesy of the benevolent overlords at Universal Pictures Home Entertainment.
In this cinematic gem, we find our stars—Hathaway, a glamorous rogue with a seductive accent that could charm the pants off a banker, and Wilson, the scrappy neighborhood hustler who appears to have been raised by raccoons. Together, they concoct a scheme to drain the finances of all the morally questionable men who’ve crossed their paths. Because why not team up with your frenemies when it comes to scamming the unsuspecting rich?
The film grossed a modest $35.1 million at the box office, which is almost enough to fund a small nation—or at least a couple of decent dinners. It’s the whimsical tale of two strong women who take advantage of the worst in people. Such empowerment! Who needs an inspirational memo when you can just watch this movie?
For those who feel that merely watching the film isn’t quite immersive enough, the Blu-ray and DVD release comes with various features that are sure to tickle your brain. Included are “Hitting the Mark,” which I can only assume is about the planning stages of the film—because nothing screams “hilarious heist” like extensive pre-production meetings. There’s also “Comedy Class,” in which our beloved actors explore different comedic styles. Spoiler alert: Anne Hathaway tends to favor the ‘charmed life’ style, while Wilson swings more toward ‘bafflingly hilarious with a hint of sass.’
And as if that’s not enough, there’s “Con Artists,” dedicated to the masterminds behind the scenes, including a costume designer with the fabulous name of Emmer Fryer and a production designer named Alice Normington. With names like that, how could this not be brilliant? Let’s face it: who could resist the allure of fashioning high-stakes comedy while wearing an outfit almost as outrageous as their schemes?
In conclusion, grab your popcorn and prepare to be dazzled by a comedic romp that champions financial deceit with style and grace. After all, who wouldn’t want to learn the ins and outs of swindling while giggling uncontrollably? Unless, of course, you prefer your humor less on the ‘criminal’ side and more on the ‘safe for work’ side. But let’s be real; what’s life without a little calculated risk and a hearty laugh?
