Review of American Gangster (2007) by Brianr — 08 Nov 2007
There was much to look at, but little to really appreciate. In terms of story, there is nothing new to this film in the least. There are visual and thematic reminders of many other, and many better, crime films.
In the end, this film strangely glorifies a truly dangerous and despicable man -- someone who has contributed mightily to the detriment of black and inner city people in America. The film seems to be mostly indifferent to that fact.
The acting is fine (Denzel is getting to mannered, though -- whats with the "My man" phrase in every performance now?) and the look is accomplished, but the movie is generally a bore.
This review of American Gangster (2007) was written by Brianr on 08 Nov 2007.
American Gangster has generally received very positive reviews.
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