Equals at opposite ends of the Law.

Rating: 9/10 (5 September 2008)

I watched this film a while ago, when i was a bit younger. After watching it again recently, i realise i appreciate this film a LOT more. Main reason i watched this again is mainly in preparation for 'Righteous Kill' as I'm still not sure what to make of it after watching the trailer.
Like most people, Pacino and De Niro are among my favourite of actors. So this film really gets points for just having them in anyway. Although the other cast still put on a great performance (VAL KILMER, TOM SIZEMORE, young NATALIE PORTMAN etc). The film also has some of the best quotes EVER, mainly from Pacino's side '...you get killed walking your DOGGIE!' Classic.
De Niro, Pacino and Michael Mann are both on top form here. I still feel that the scene in the café is one of the most intense i have ever seen. Without these two, i think the film would have been forgotten in a month.
Some people complained that the film dragged on. I think it was paced quite well. The last scene was good in building suspense to the finale. Also thought the ending was one of the best I've seen, with both characters showing each other mutual respect.
Awesome film and cant wait to see 'Righteous Kill' now. Highly Recommended.