Review of Black Mass (2015) by Themoviemachine — 28 Sep 2015
Gangster movies have been a popular Hollywood staple since the 1940's, making them larger than life rebels, and though machine-gun toting criminals, heroes nonetheless. Brando's GODFATHER was so a 70's folk icon.
Even Pacino's SCARFACE evoked a awkward love from the audience. Now comes Johnny Depp's portrayal of real life mobster James "Whitey" Bulger in the movie BLACK MASS, and we see the visceral, brutal side of what gangsters really do.
There's no cheering for Bulger from the audience. Deep's portrayal is cold, calculating, and relentless in his brutal vengeance against his enemies. What is remarkable about the story is how the locals in South Boston DID consider him a folk hero, and spoke of his time in prison like a boy scout merit badge.
BLACK MASS is dark, unsettling, fascinating and honest. When you leave the theatre you won't be quoting "I'll make him an offer he can't refuse" or "Say hello to my little friend".
But you will have been impacted by the brutality of a Boston mobster, and Depp has him down cold.
This review of Black Mass (2015) was written by Themoviemachine on 28 Sep 2015.
Black Mass has generally received positive reviews.
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