The rise of Frank Lucas (Denzel Washington) and his fall through Richie Roberts (Russel Crowe) is subject to this solid film by Ridley Scott. However the film doesn't offer anything new we haven't already seen before in one of the most exploited genres in cinema. It reminds of other great but more superior films from the 70's. American Gangster can be seen more as an homage than creating a new classic. The film and performances are as good as you expect it from the A-list talent involved. However Scott plays it safe and doesn't take any risks. YRCinema's coverage of films on DVD.
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
American Gangster
The rise of Frank Lucas (Denzel Washington) and his fall through Richie Roberts (Russel Crowe) is subject to this solid film by Ridley Scott. However the film doesn't offer anything new we haven't already seen before in one of the most exploited genres in cinema. It reminds of other great but more superior films from the 70's. American Gangster can be seen more as an homage than creating a new classic. The film and performances are as good as you expect it from the A-list talent involved. However Scott plays it safe and doesn't take any risks. YRCinema's coverage of films on DVD.
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