Review of Donnie Brasco (1997) by Barry S — 28 Apr 2009

Still a solid choice; great performances all around.

This review of Donnie Brasco (1997) was written by Barry S on 28 Apr 2009.

Donnie Brasco has generally received positive reviews.

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Watching Johnny Depp as the lead character, an FBI agent who goes undercover to infiltrate the mob, I have to wonder why he isn't considered…

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Rated M for Meh. The cast is fine, some great actors with Al Pacino and Johnny Depp. But the story is rather dull and slow…

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