Review of The Sting (1973) by Matthew H — 23 Mar 2014
Great period piece of pickpocketing and scams set in the 30's after the Depression.
Stylish costumes, solid acting, and a witty ensemble cast make this film flow singingly along with the superb ragtime music interpreted flawlessly by Marvin Hamlish.
Ragtime music enjoyed a revival in the 70s based on this music.
Based on the book The Big Con, the operation they attempt is called a long grift - its a bit long for a movie too, yes, but the smoldering tension builds smoothly w all the actors having sly, dry-humor sense of fun and are perfectly matched to their roles.
But the magic here is with Redford and Newman who create a buddy caper in the vein of Butch Cassidy and The Sundance Kid, this time looking to con a gangster type.
Just watch the darting eyes, the winks, and all the fireworks.
4 out of 5.
This review of The Sting (1973) was written by Matthew H on 23 Mar 2014.
The Sting has generally received very positive reviews.
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