The Most Brilliant Film Ever

Rating: 10/10 (27 July 2006)

'Heat' is an unparalleled masterpiece with an unparalleled cast. As mentioned by another reviewer, this film's back-up roles are just as famed as the lead ones. I love the way Mann has developed the friendship between Pacino and De Niro despite their opposition. I love the way the movie runs for a good two and a half / three hours, yet you don't once get the impression the movie has just been drawn out and milked for all it's worth. And I love how you can sympathize with both Pacino and De Niro, as opposed to just simply the anti-hero or the protagonist. There are a handful of incredible scenes in this film but, not to take anything away from the final shootout, the one that has always stuck with me is the battle in the streets about mid-way through the movie. Another unforgettable moment is the one in which the two main characters meet face-to-face and bond over a cup of coffee.
"I will not hesitate. Not for a second."
Magnificent film: 10/10.