Scorsese's ultimate classic

Rating: 10/10 (27 February 2007)

Over 30 years later and Taxi Driver is still a powerhouse film. Scorsese weaves an unpretentious tale and casts Robert DeNiro perfectly. Everything from the stylistically infused cinematography that lends itself perfectly to a gritty, dirty New York to the excellent score work wonderfully. Not only does DeNiro give an Oscar worthy performance, but Jodie Foster is brilliant as a child prostitute, Albert Brooks is perfect, Cybill Shepherd gives a great performance, and Harvey Keitel and Peter Boyle lend incredible class. As revolting as this film can be at times it can also be hauntingly beautiful as well - it is this contrast that sets Taxi Driver apart.