Directed by:
Brian De PalmaScreenplay:
David KoeppCinematography:
Stephen H. BurumComposer:
Patrick DoyleCast:
Al Pacino, Sean Penn, Penelope Ann Miller, John Leguizamo, Ingrid Rogers, Luis Guzmán, James Rebhorn, Joseph Siravo, Viggo Mortensen, Adrian Pasdar (more)VOD (4)
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From the director of Scarface comes the critically acclaimed crime thriller Carlito's Way. Oscar winner Al Pacino gives on electrifying performance as former drug kingpin Carlito Brigante, who is sprung from prison by his high-powered attorney (Academy Award winner Sean Penn). He stuns the New York underworld by vowing to go straight from a history of violence, but his plans are undermined by misguided loyalties and an outmoded code of honor. In a life-or-death battle, Carlito takes on the relentless forces that refuse to let him go. Co-starring John Leguizamo and Luis Guzman, Carlito's Way is a powerful, action-packed ride all the way to its explosive conclusion. (official distributor synopsis)
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Al Pacino, Sean Penn and Brian de Palma are a guarantee of a perfect gangster movie. A beautiful story full of emotions, traitors, money, love, loyalty. This movie has balls and if you have balls too, you're guaranteed to enjoy it. It's a little short of perfection. 85%.
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A great old-school gangster movie where Pacino once again gives his best. His Carlito walks the line between a principled cool guy and a cold-blooded killer, so you just have to fall in love with him. Already the opening monologue grabs you by the heart. Slick and slimy Sean Penn was also great, and I now know who the model was for Ken Rosenberg from GTA: Vice City. De Palma plays with the camera, as is his tradition, especially in the final chase scene, which only confirms his directorial skills.
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“Sorry boys, all the stitches in the world can't sew me together again. Lay down... lay down. Gonna stretch me out in Fernandez funeral home on Hun and Ninth street. Always knew I'd make a stop there, but a lot later than a whole gang of people thought... Last of the Moh-Ricans... well maybe not the last. Gail's gonna be a good mom... New improved Carlito Brigante... Hope she uses the money to get out. No room in this city for big hearts like hers... Sorry baby, I tried the best I could, honest... Can't come with me on this trip, Loaf. Getting the shakes now, last call for drinks, bars closing down... Sun's out, where are we going for breakfast? Don't wanna go far. Rough night, tired baby... Tired....” One of the greatest mafia movies of all time.
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One of the best gangster films ever made, a stellar piece by Brian De Palma, with an outstanding performance by Al Pacino in the lead role. It's the story of a man with immense willpower to change his life, but unable to change his surroundings. Overall impression: 95%.
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Brian De Palma is a master of the genre. Unlike other gangster films, Carlito's Way dives straight into the action, propelling the plot at a breakneck pace. Carlito is your typical mafia man — a madman. Just as firm as his views are, so is the film's narrative. It doesn't hold back, hitting the viewer with the force of an open pressure valve. The acting is, of course, phenomenal.
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