A movie about a criminal who escapes prison and hides out in a Toys “R” Us doesn’t exactly scream romance. But that’s exactly what filmmaker Derek Cianfrance brings to Roofman, his new film starring Channing Tatum and Kirsten Dunst.
The film, which is based on a true story, follows Jeffrey Manchester (Tatum), who was sentenced to 45 years in prison for robbing McDonald’s franchises. He later breaks out of jail and into a toy store, and starts a relationship with a woman named Leigh (Dunst)—who has no idea that Jeffrey is a fugitive. Tatum and Dunst deliver outstanding work in the film, creating layered and surprising characters that have incredible chemistry onscreen.
After a strong world premiere at the Toronto Film Festival (including a warm standing ovation), Tatum and Du