Review of American Boy: A Profile of Steven Prince (1978) by Lucas M — 15 Feb 2010

A nice, loose portrait from Scorsese of one of his friends (also featured briefly in "Taxi Driver"). There isn't the depth of affection and sweetness that makes "Italianamerica" one of Scorsese's best films, but this is very similar stylistically--just Prince talking and telling stories about himself for an hour.

He's an interesting character, an engaging personality, and some of his stories are amazing. The result isn't exactly profound, but it's a very good film, and a must for Scorsese completists.