Donnie Brasco

USA 1997, 126 minutes
Dir. Mike Newell
Rating: [R16]
Genres: Suspense/Crime, Drama / Gangsters

Topics: Period 1970s, Period 1980s.

Feat. Al Pacino, Johnny Depp, Michael Madsen, Bruce Kirby, Anne Heche

Aroview: Riveting, true-life tale of an FBI agent's perilous infiltration of the New York Mafia in the 70s. A knife-edge dramatic tension is maintained throughout, aided by superb performances, especially that of Al Pacino in his most restrained and dignified role in years. Satisfaction is guaranteed.

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4 stars (Very Good) A great cast, although somewhat typical performances if you’ve seen other films of this genre (Goodfellas), the true story of honour and betrayal in the Mafia will carry you all the way through, citing memorable lines for months after: "Fo'get about it. ~Tom H
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4 stars (Very Good) ~normfilmbuff
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5 stars (Exceptional) Depp is great, Pacino isn't constantly shouting and the script is full of tension and a surprising amount of humour. A hugely enjoyable gangster flick. ~Wizzums
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2 stars (Good Try) It was okay when seen on release but the characters haven't aged too well and are now (in 2022) two a penny. Although it is well produced some of the violence is over the top. ~Tubbs