Martin Scorsese Finally Gets It

Rating: 10/10 (20 March 2007)

I've always had a problem with Scorsese's style. It always seems like he chooses the wrong style for his films, most especially "Gangs of New York." He isn't a visual director like Spielberg, however he's a superb acting director. Moreover, Scorsese, like Hawthorne, is usually weak on plot. However, it should be noted that he has an avid passion for history, so he often focuses a little too hard on capturing the era.
Then along came "The Departed", perhaps the most riveting cop thriller I've ever seen. At last, Scorsese dropped the "character piece" act and employed the best of his skills where they belong. Judging by the results, Scorsese is excellent on plot when he wants to be.
Regarding another member's comments (hornestar):
The FBI addition is very important to the plot. Perhaps you should have been paying attention.
The "affair" you're so quick to judge as "sop" is in my opinion one of the best ploys in the story. ------------------- The Departed is a quality film. I'd recommend it to anybody 12 and up.
PS: Make sure you look closely at the Balcony railing just as the movie closes.