Top Ten Gangster Films
The ten most awesome gangster movies in my opinion. Can think of heaps more, but these are essential viewing... in no particular order of preference.
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The Untouchables (1987, R)
Brilliant. Atmospheric, tense, great performances and the finsl scene on the stairs is legendary. Connery has some incredible lines. De Niro is badass with a baseball bat. |
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The Godfather, Part II (1974, R)
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Miller's Crossing (1990, R)
One of the great gangster films. Cool performances and that scene in the woods... priceless. |
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Billy Bathgate (1991, R)
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Scarface (1983, R)
Widely considered a classic, and in many ways it is. Pacino's performance as Tony Montana is part of what makes him a true legend. Perhaps a little overrated, since the story itself really isn't that good. Spawned multiple ripoffs and is ultimately quoteable. DePalma's direction and Pacino alone make this essential viewing. Not for the squeamish or those who try to avoid 'F bombs', but the chainsaw scene will haunt you forever. |
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Road to Perdition (2002, R)
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Gangster No. 1 (2000, R)
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The Long Good Friday (1982, R)
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Donnie Brasco (1997, R)
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GoodFellas (1990, R)
Scorsese at his stylish best. Can't ever see Ray Liotta without thinking of this film. If ever a film deserved an Oscar in 1990....... |
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