Great moments, but disjointed and slow in parts

Rating: 7/10 (27 May 2001)

Some memorable sequences, in particular a string of assassinations intercut with the family at church, but too many overly long scenes. To me the film seems disjointed, and is let down by poor central performances (yes poor) by Brando (hammy), Pacino (stiff) and Keaton (invisible).
The Conversation, which Coppola directed a couple of years later, is a better film, with a brilliant performance from Hackman. But even that takes an hour to get moving.