stuarb Review of Mikey and Nicky

Mikey and Nicky (1976)

Perfect buddy film, but with a heart (b/c it was written/directed by a woman)

[10/10 · 26 January 2000]

Dark, gritty and brilliant underrated/underseen buddy film. It's heart-string-tugging sensibility comes from the fact that it was written and directed by a woman (Elaine May), though in a near-perfect (and doubtlessly intentional) simulation of Cassavete's style. Falk & Cassavetes at the top of their respective & collaborative games.