Review of The Sting (1973) by Vítor M — 10 May 2014
A very impressive ode to the depression era of the 1920s. Makes that decade look lighthearted compared to how it was, but still manages to delight and put a grin on our faces when we start to consider our heroes journey in taking revenge on one of the bad guys.
A mean gambler by the name of Doyle Lonnegan kills one of Johnny Hooker's partners. Hooker is on the run from Lonnegan, but Lonnegan doesn't know what Hooker looks like which gives Hooker an advantage when he meets up with Henry Gondroff to pull off a sting on Mr.
Lonnegan. Aside from the chemistry from the two lead actors, it's setting and fun these two have in scheming a big wig out of his dough really had me smiling the whole time. Quite inspiring stuff I must say.
Almost makes me want to go out and con some assholes.
This review of The Sting (1973) was written by Vítor M on 10 May 2014.
The Sting has generally received very positive reviews.
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