Brilliant

Rating: 9/10 (8 October 2006)

Everything was perfect about this film except for the girl. I can't decide if it was poor casting, horrible acting or she just wasn't ready for this caliber film. Although her presence wasn't irritating enough for me not to enjoy this movie, it really made me question the professional opinion of who looked at her and thought... "yes, she's perfect." DiCaprio, Wahlberg, Damon, Nicholson & Baldwin gave masterful performances...even the supporting cast (with the exception of the girl) gave applause-worthy performance. Visually stunning. I expected nothing less from Scorscese. This film is the epitome of what film-making should be and it was long overdue from Hollywood. A film that makes you recall that film-making is an art-form. Although there were parts that made me cringe, I could respect their necessity and move on because I was thoroughly engaged in the rest of the film. I recommend that every true fan of films, film student, and respecter of fine art go see this movie and if you know Scorscese you know its not for the faint of heart think more Casino/Goodfellas/Raging Bull/Gangs of New York rather than Aviator or anything else he's done.