A multi-layered masterpiece. A crime movie that delivers action, emotion and humor woven together with multiple developed characters and several story lines to create a fast paced yet very complete work.
A tremendous cast delivers some of the finest dialog ever committed to film. What puts it over the top is that it's smart and clever while sounding completely natural, unlike many other "hip" movies in which it often sounds calculated and awkward.
In my opinion, this is Andy Garcia's finest performance. In fact, from top to bottom, the performances are first rate. There is no one to point at as a weak link. (Although the love interest comes close) If more films were at this Claiborne, the cinematic world would be a much nicer place to visit.
A tremendous cast delivers some of the finest dialog ever committed to film. What puts it over the top is that it's smart and clever while sounding completely natural, unlike many other "hip" movies in which it often sounds calculated and awkward.
In my opinion, this is Andy Garcia's finest performance. In fact, from top to bottom, the performances are first rate. There is no one to point at as a weak link. (Although the love interest comes close) If more films were at this Claiborne, the cinematic world would be a much nicer place to visit.