Taxi Driver - hmmm

Rating: 5/10 (18 September 2004)

I would like to start by saying that I really respect De Niro as an actor and performer and recognise all superlative aspects of this film, but..... I didn't enjoy it!
Now I know that it's a 'dark tale' and it's not a cheery comedy but I generally like to feel entertained and content after watching a film. I think De Niro is class in the film and the story is good... he's obviously been affected as a Vietnam vet and this is evident the whole film. You can feel the tension build throughout...
This is a good film and I would obviously advise everyone to watch it... but I don't have it in my collection - sorry.
Favourite part in the film is actually the scene with Scorsese in the back of the taxi... - class!
Watch it! But for the record, I only gave it a 5