Intense cop/robber drama

Rating: 9/10 (8 September 2009)

The movie looks fantastic. Los Angeles never looked better. As much as I love the more ghetto/gritty side of LA you get to see in movies like Falling Down, I think Heat has the best picturesque setting.
The dialog is way over the top, especially with Mr. Pacino. He's a pretty despicable character. I found myself rooting for the 'bad guys' the whole time. They're only 'bad guys' mostly out of desperation. Pacino's character is willing to sacrifice everything for his job... his family, his wife, etc.
Val Kilmer was put in a pretty weak role in my opinion. Such a great actor needs something more than what he was given.
I think that's my only complaint. Oh yeah, GREAT visuals and cinematics. Best cop/robber shootout EVER.
Top shelf Cop Drama.