The Film Of The Year So Far By Far

Rating: 8/10 (6 October 2006)

OK so I hired out the original 4 days ago then bought it the day after, its a very good film with a super plot. However I'm not here to comment on the original.
I had reservations about Martin remaking this classic, especially as in my opinion his films have not been to my taste since Casino. Now after seeing what he's done I regret seeing the original first due to knowing what happens all the way through.
Everything about this film is brilliant and better than the original, obviously the story but also the additions to it, more violence, better sub plot with the love interest, the acting and shooting etc.
I don't want to spoil the complex plot by talking about it on here so all I'm saying is........Go see it ASAP; it's more than worth it.
Don't be put off by Leo or Matt being in it either, they are both great and the whole cast act superbly, 11 out of 10 for Jack who deserves and Oscar for his part.
I'll leave on one final note about Oscars and if the Oscar board is reading this take note.
Best Film - The Departed Best Director Martin - Martin Scorsese Best Actor - Jack Nicholson