: Written by Shane Black, who also wrote Lethal Weapon and Kiss Kiss Bang Bang , the script is filled with "razor-sharp dialogue" and "unexpected heart". It successfully blends slapstick humor with a dark, sprawling conspiracy involving the automotive and adult film industries.

While it wasn't a massive box office hit, it has gained a significant cult following and holds a rating on Rotten Tomatoes .

“Genuinely one of the first things I said after leaving No Way Home was that I wished she [Angourie Rice] was in it more even if it's just for brief gags.” Reddit · r/blankies · 4 years ago

“I find it quite mind-boggling that this is not seen as one of the greatest comedic films of the last decade. Both Gosling and Crowe have great chemistry, the writing is refreshingly funny, it's well-paced, and possesses an unplaceable charm and wit.” Reddit · r/movies · 3 years ago

: The film is praised for its "uniquely enjoyable atmosphere," where the culture and music of 1977 Los Angeles wash over the entire narrative rather than just serving as background.

: The film's biggest strength is the dynamic between Ryan Gosling (Holland March) and Russell Crowe (Jackson Healy). Reviewers from The New York Times note that Gosling’s "full goofball mode" perfectly balances Crowe’s role as the "serviceable straight man".

The Nice Guys (2016) is widely regarded by fans and critics as one of the best comedic "hidden gems" of the last decade. Directed by Shane Black, it revitalizes the buddy-cop genre with a sharp, 1970s noir aesthetic and an unexpected comedic pairing. Why It’s a "Good Piece" of Cinema