Review of Donnie Brasco (1997) by Mike C — 07 Dec 2012

A rather serious infiltration movie, a thriller with a bang! Maybe somewhere between Goodfellas and Godfather with abit of Scarface thrown in the mix. Liked the interesting relationship Depp has with Pacino, a father figure to a degree. Michael Madsen's character was very hard and crazed, liked how angry he was in this film.

Actually found some interesting scenes in this flick, a number that I intensely liked. Always pleases me movies with car scenes and theres interaction. In the Japanese restaurant and Donnie (Depp) refuses to remove his shoes, then they beat up that Jap guy in the toilets. Appealed to my sick sense of humour, felt a little remorse for him (nah!).

Very graphic scenes which was good, good acting, story was slow at times. Did feel abit taky at times too, yucky 70s taste! although the music was appealing. Would give it five but its not the best film ive ever seen. Johnny's acting didn't feel totally at ease in some parts. Al Pacino is flawless due to experience. Feels like its been done before to a degree.