I retract my previous statement

Rating: 10/10 (7 March 2008)

I had previously said this movie was a modernized version of Goodfellas but upon viewing it again, I realize I was mistaken. This movie is completely original from Goodfellas except for the fact that its a street film like Goodfellas. This movie was very well written and every little detail comes into play one way or another. Leonardo DiCaprio is actually pretty low on my "Actors" list but he actually pulled this movie off quite well. Matt Damon showed us a different character than the Jason Bourne we are all used to seeing him as. They make a very good pair of characters; very similar but different as well. Jack Nicholson proves to us he is still a great actor after all these years. He was very good as Costello and was able to be convincing, insane, and memorable all at the same time, much like he was as McMurphy in One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest 31 years before. Mark Wahlberg was great as the sarcastic, aggressive, angry, smart-mouthed Sgt. Dignam, the part seems to fit his acting skills perfectly. Martin Sheen also proves he can still play great parts as the smart, peace-keeper Capt. Queenan. With a great cast, they need a great story to work with, which is just what they get here. A great story. Add a great sound mix and camera work and you have the best movie of 2006. I recommend this movie to action and gang movie fans, you will not be disappointed in any way. 10/10.