Better than the Godfather part II

Rating: 10/10 (6 June 2002)

I just saw this movie and I always wanted to see it. It was on AMC so I deicded to watch it. I thought that it would be your ordinary Godfather like mafia movie, but it was way better. This movie might not have the best editing, but it has a great story and Acting. De Niro is good as always, But James Woods is the one that stands out in probably the best performance of his career. Like most Mafia movies it deals with the American Dream, but while Adding to the American Dream story there is also a theme of loyalty, friendship, and love. The love story between Noodles and Debroah is probably one of the best love stories ever on film. The scene where the youngest member of the gang dies and Noodles' retaliation is beautiful. I have seen alot of Gang/Mafia movies and probably this is my 2nd favorite (Behind the Godfather.) I thought the film would move slow but it moved fast un-like Godfather part II in which there was all this extra dialoge that the film didn't need. There is great direction from Sergio Leone, and a great Musical score by Ennio Morricone. I recommend all people to see this movie, it is a wonderful story. I would also like to buy this on DVD and see the original 6 hour film. I saw the 4 hour. 10/10