A Great Movie

Rating: 10/10 (9 October 2006)

Martin Scorsese has directed a modern classic, with a well written script which recounts an enthralling police/crime drama. The actors gave stellar performances, including a quirky, demonic, at times humorous, and consistently brilliant character study by Jack Nicholson, who can add this role to his many classic portrayals. Both Matt Damon and Leonardo Di Caprio gave complex and riveting performances. I have admired Di Caprio ever since he played the developmentally disabled young man in "What's Eating Gilbert Grape?". He brings a depth and sensitivity to his roles, and in this film, surrounded by great actors, he is the focal point. He gets across volumes in a facial expression, and his complex hero is fed by many hidden springs. He deserves many awards for this extraordinary piece of work, including an Academy Award. Hopefully, Martin Scorsese will finally receive that much deserved Academy Award for his magnificent work as director. I highly recommend this film.