A1) Al Pacino> 12 of

I wanted to see what the fuss was about with this film, having had so many recommendations for it, admittedly I'd put it off thinking it was going to be a romance film.

This has to be my favourite performance from Pacino yet, what a great character, I though Chris O'Donnell's performance was very very good also.

The reason for me why this film doesn't quite make the full ratings is simply because of the typical 'Hollywood' clapping part, otherwise a fantastic film.

VERDICT: A Definite recommendation

My favourite of Colin Farrell's films, this is a great storyline, I really enjoyed it.

A monster of a movie which sees America's finest two Actors; De Niro and Pacino play a game of cat and mouse in this high paced action thriller.

Such a large cast of stars and so much going on, it certainly benefits from several viewings, despite being a lengthly film.

The Godfather films require stamina because of the length, at over 3 hours long, the film is not fast paced, yet elegantly created.



The introduction of De Niro in the flashbacks gave another dimension to the already established story, which I?m sure is contributory to most fans thinking this was the best of the Godfather trilogy.



It?s a must see for any fan of this genre.

Yes this really is the first time I have watched this, despite this genre being one of my favorites a few years back.

This really is a film of two halves for me, with the second half being so much better. In the first hour, I really was wondering why a lot of people refer to it as a masterpiece, but as the film escalates it certainly becomes more enjoyable and transform into a memorable and worthy piece.

Pacino, although not quite the actor then (in my opinion) to the one we see today, still carried off a great role.

I agree with pretty much everyone else that has watched this film that it is a must see and I?ve also been told by many that Part II is the best, so looking forward to watching that one.

4 STARS

Not quite the masterpiece I was expecting, however a great performance by Al Pacino.

Based on true events, that makes this story all the more interesting, however there were moments in the story where I was bored.

Highly controversial in it?s time, both in subject matter and portraying the Gay scene and Leather scene in a bad light. It?s very much a film way ahead of it?s time.

Partially based on true events and a real-life undercover cop situation, the film is of interst on many levels. What the film lacks (to it?s credit) is lack of explanation, justification and a particular view point ? leaving viewers to make their own views on the film itself.

I think this film is of interest more as a controversial piece than perhaps just it?s storyline, but one that was an interesting watch, suggestion and subliminal messaging are key behind it?s non graphic impact.

Moments of confusion from the story can be easily cleared up by the Special Features, which are worth taking a look at.

A much better film than I had previously rated it. Certainly one of Keanu Reeves better acting roles (shall we say), with great performances from Al Pacino and Charlize Theron, a film about vanity, ego and the Lawyer theme was a good example choice of how right and wrong are not necessarily the justification in a material world.

Thought provoking in many ways.

A watchable film although therer were quite a few boring parts.

Well, there are good parts and bad parts to this film. I felt the basis of the storyline was good and this could have turned out to be a pretty good Thriller, but the film somehow felt way too corny to have Al Pacino star in it.

Pacino himself played an ok role (in comparison to his many outstanding roles in other films), but the acting elsewhere lead this film to look like a very average slasher film.

The biggest problem I feel, was it?s lack of suspense and the use of other known Actors, this gave the game away from the very beginning, it?s pretty obvious that if they are in it, they are going to be in the film throughout. This type of film always benefits from new unknown Actors, that way it keeps you guessing.

The (not so) grand finale opens with options of who the killer may be and so much more could have been made of the build up toward this, giving it rather an anti-climax feel.

On a more positive note, despite all the faults mentioned, it was watchable, disappointingly though it really gives nothing original to the offering.

Rec by Tom

Rec by Roger

Recommended by Deano

The Godfather films require stamina because of the length, at over 3 hours long, the film is not fast paced, yet elegantly created.



The introduction of De Niro in the flashbacks gave another dimension to the already established story, which I?m sure is contributory to most fans thinking this was the best of the Godfather films.



It?s a must see for any fan of this genre.