Review of The Panic in Needle Park (1971) by Philip B — 04 Oct 2007
This, along with Scarecrow, showcases a talent and range in Al Pacino that may go unnoticed after years of fiery, testosterone-fueled roles. Playing a character that attracted the attention of Francis Ford Coppola (who screened this film to Paramount executives as a testament that Pacino could handle the role of the troubled Michael Corleone) Pacino is in top form as a small-time smack pusher who drags his girlfriend down into the world of strung-out junkies and tricks.
An important precursor to Drugstore Cowboy, Requiem for a Dream, Trainspotting and 20% of the films on the Sundance Channel, the seedy underbelly and dark corners of 1970s New York City is grittily portrayed in Al Pacinoâ??s fantastic leading debut.
This review of The Panic in Needle Park (1971) was written by Philip B on 04 Oct 2007.
The Panic in Needle Park has generally received positive reviews.
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