Wonderful but gritty

Rating: Null/10 (16 January 2003)

An often confusing plot outline, yet very Shakspearian. The true gem in this film isn't Leo, but methodical actor Daniel-Day Lewis. Lewis plays "Bill The Butcher" and amazingly likeable murderous, bigoted thug. He will surely get the Best Actor Nomination for this one. In the length of the film (160+ minutes) Scorcese tries to embody this film around EVERYTHING in 1860, so the full effect of the film won't sink in until a couple of hours after you finish watching this movie. Not Scorcese's best, but a must watch dude flick.
8/10