Pros: Pacino, Depp, Screenplay, Direction, Cinematography Cons: Not more introspective mob movies like this
"A wise guy's always right. Even when he's wrong, he's right." Lefty Ruggiero Donnie Brasco is the story of an FBI agent who penetrated the inner circle of the famed New York Italian underworld. The real agent was named Joseph Pistone ...
Pros: Two high-caliber performances, a remarkable script and gritty sense of realism. Cons: Anne Heche's whining; some mildly clichéd moments.
It was a match made in heaven. Like black and white in a cookie (yes, that’s Seinfeld reference, if anyone is keeping count). Abbot and Costello. Laurel and Hardy. James Bond and his flavor-of-the-week girl. I could sit here naming names all day, but...
Pros: excellent depiction of the relationships involved, terrific acting by Depp and Pacino, supporting cast, cinematography Cons: violence is in the background and might have a feeling of being glossed over
I doubt that the American cinema has been more fascinated of any subject than it has of the mafia. The way it’s often been portrayed, you would think there were wall-to-wall gangsters all over the Northeast, especially in New York ...
Pros: As a film about two men, each working in opposite directions, this one is unparalleled. Cons: Familiar story of the infiltrator, mixed with Death of a Salesman storyline.
It pays to have a sense of where you are, in the development of a genre. Like anything else, a genre has a life cycle which it goes through before it ends up moribund, drops off the face of the earth, and comes back again - to entertain a whole new ...
Pros: Outstanding lead acting, excellent ensemble cast, Intelligent script that develops characters well and provides new insights into the Mafia Cons: One lame and overused joke, overuse of the "predator" motif
Donnie Brasco may not have the epic qualities of Coppola’s Godfather series, nor the dynamic construction of Scorcese’s Goodfellas, but this under rated Mafia film ranks at the top when it comes to emotional intensity, character...
Pros: Outstanding performances; detailed screenplay; suspenseful Cons: Very vulgar and violent (the Japanese restaurant scene is disturbing and gratuitous); unravels at end
When it comes to modern gangster movies, it's really difficult to describe and review them without making comparisons to other films of the genre. I've always subscribed to the philosophy that any idea (no matter how many times it's been used before) can ...
Pros: It's Al Pacino baby! Awesome story Cons: Isn't true to the real story, watch the movie before you read the book
This has to be one of the best mob movies ever. Not only does it show some sweet gunplay scenes, but it also shows a different side to gangsters than most movies show. This movie has taken Pacino out of his usual roles as the main guy with everything...
"Donnie Brasco" is much different than your typical mob film like "The Godfather" and "Goodfellas" because it involves elements of life that we, as average citizens, are more familiar with. While other classics such as...
Pros: Depp's amazing performance, some nice atmosphere created by Newell (director), and a very feature film-worthy true story Cons: Hmm, well, I don't know. even if I feel you don't like mobster films, you can appreciate this film nonetheless
Donnie Brasco, starring Johnny Depp, Al Pacino, Michael Madsen, Anne Heche and Bruno Kirby. Directed by Mike Newell. Rated R for sometimes explicit violence, language and brief nudity.
Pros: I liked it. Cons: Let me mull this one over...
Charlie Chaplin, the most famous silent comedian who ever lived, once spoke, "Life is a tragedy when seen in close-up, but a comedy in long-shot." I used to think this was a clever observation, until I tried applying it to a film that's very...
Pros: Johnny Depp, story Cons: Lack of closure, predictable
"Donnie Brasco" falls into that unfortunate category of true stories that seem like a great movie idea, but sadly are not. The real life story of F.B.I. agent Joe Pistone leaves little room to be unpredictable, and no character for which to...
Pros: An outstanding job by Depp and Pacino... Cons: Like they say about great talent going unrewarded...
Man, I couldn't find this flick in Epinions' alphabetical movie listing! Whatever made crime movie buffs, and movie fans in general, overlook this one beats the hell out of me. Both co-stars got snubbed by the Academy despite awesome performances, and...
Pros: Great performances, interesting story. Cons: A little long.
Before I saw DONNIE BRASCO, my attitude towards films about the mob was "if I ever see another one again in my life it will be too soon." I'm glad I was talked into watching it. It was more about the relationship between Depp and Pacino's...
Pros: excellent acting, script, and direction Cons: none
"Donnie Brasco", directed by Mike Newell, is an absolutely brilliant film. A combination of compelling storytelling, stunning acting performances, and graceful direction of a potentially worn-out subject makes it a must see for drama fans and...
"What a great surprise! I was hooked on Donnie Brasco after a minute preview at Blockbuster. It is a gripping true story of an FBI undercover agent (Joe Pistone, alias Donnie Brasco - Johnny Depp) who infiltrates a New York gang of wiseguys....
Joe Pistone Johnny Depp is an FBI mole who integrates himself into the Mafia pecking order by posing as "jewel man" Donnie Brasco. He finds his loyalt...More at Family Video
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