Proof that filmmaking IS art!!

Rating: 10/10 (21 July 2002)

To give the proper prospective, the conditions in which I saw this film must be explained. I have suffered from insomnia since I was 14, and one night, around three or so, I noticed Taxi Driver was on so I decided to watch it. I will not give away any explicit details of the film for those have not seen it, but for those who have, I'm sure you can imagine what sort of effect this had on me. I spent the next hour with my kidneys aching from the adrenaline rush caused by the shootout. I experienced more emotions throughout the duration of this film than I had in the past three months. Martin Scorsese and Paul Schrader created a work of art, not just a film, that goes deep inside the human mind, or rather, what happens when it finally snaps. Robert DeNiro is beyond a doubt the only person who could play Travis Bickle. His performance in this film is by far one of the best ever; he certainly deserves his recognition. Also, I was extremely impressed by Jodie Foster. Even at her young age, her talent is more than apparent, it's almost disturbing. Her portrayal of Iris was incredible, better than anything I've seen from most actresses. A brief summary: If you haven't seen this film, watch it right away, YOU ARE MISSING SOMETHING!!!