A classic by Al Pacino

Rating: 9/10 (23 January 2011)

There are many parts to this film that makes it very enjoyable. The film begins with Tony (Al Pacino) arriving to the states as an immigrant from Cuba. From the beginning few scenes you begin to notice Tony's ambitious tendencies but you soon realises that his ambition trespasses into the realms of overreaching which eventually leads to his downfall. As well as hubris Tony is guilty of other sins which contribute heavily to his downfall and it becomes only a matter of time before he falls.
The movie uses an archetypal base to the plot, however still leaves you marveling at the end. It is a very good film and one that i have watched many times.