Review of Serpico (1973) by Lorenzo R — 21 Jun 2015
A decently long drama, a biopic on NYPD cop Frank Serpico before the formation of Internal Affairs divisions in police departments.
As always Pacino does a splendid job selling his character, and presents a believable presentation of the real life man to the screen. Pacino plays him clear and concise, in dealing with the rediculing and real threat of his peers.
This along with Dirty Harry are police drama classics, although this movie has a bit longer running time. The pacing is a bit slower than modern day crime thrillers.
Never the less, I feel that this film is still applicable to today's standards, and presents a good portrayal of what it was like before there was any committee to investigate police above them.
This review of Serpico (1973) was written by Lorenzo R on 21 Jun 2015.
Serpico has generally received very positive reviews.
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