Review of The Untouchables (1987) by Felix B — 08 Apr 2014
"The Untouchables" isn't your average mega budget Hollywood movie. What sets it apart from most extravagant movies is that it actually has a good story and showcases fine acting. You would expect nothing less from a Brian de Palma film.
Set in Chicago during Prohibition, this movie is based on a book by Oscar Fraley titled "The Untouchables." Eliot Ness (Kevin Costner) is the protagonist who hires a small and efficient team to take down the biggest gangster in Chicago, Al Capone (Robert De Niro). The movie has a sense of sophistication and class to it with its subtle use of comedy and the Armani suits donned by the characters. The star of this movie is Sean Connery as Jim Malone, who delivers some very iconic dialogues. He knows how to get around the law and with his unorthodox technique he plays a vital part in trying to arrest Capone. He calls it the "Chicago way.".
The movie is full of ups and downs and the background score really accentuates the suspense and thrill of this vastly engaging movie. The film captures the spirit of Chicago in the 1920s. Robert De Niro makes a fantastic villain and he has a sense of pride and arrogance about him, which can be associated with Capone. The cinematography in certain scenes gives the viewer a sense of anticipation, such as the scene when the man is peering into Jim Malone's house.
"The Untouchables" is an engaging movie, which will have everyone at the edge of their seats for two hours.
This review of The Untouchables (1987) was written by Felix B on 08 Apr 2014.
The Untouchables has generally received very positive reviews.
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