As good as Goodfellas.

Rating: 8/10 (3 February 2020)

'Casino' is somewhat overlooked and underrated, when it comes to critical reviews. More than a couple (on IMDb) have pointed out it's actually as good as 'Goodfellas' and quite quickly becomes a riveting watch. Time goes by pretty sharpish and you soon forget it's indeed a three hour movie. Just like its counterpart, all of the characters are nasty pieces of work and you start to revel and enjoy the last thirty mins. Again Martin Scorsese, delivers a coldness and detached feeling, towards the 'Mafia', whilst at a same time writing a love letter to the 'Mob' and the criminal underworld. Obviously a compelling and highly popular subject, for such prominent film directors.