I hear you paint houses and think I'm funny.

Rating: 10/10 (28 November 2019)

This was worth the wait. With actors who can be described as icons of cinema, plus a director who is getting even better, if that is possible. This film impresses so much.
This is a long film but it does not seem long, it holds your attention from the very start. It even commands it, such is its power.
This film will be for Martin Scorsese, what " Once Upon A Time in America was for Sergio Leone. And will become even more appreciated with repeated viewings.

So much praise has been given to Robert de Niro, Al Pacino and Joe Pesci, it is fully justified. Seeing these three actors at the height of their artistic powers, is truly a privilege to value and appreciate. It would come as no surprise if they were all nominated for academy awards. Along with Ray Romano, what a performance by him.
Could Robert de Niro win best actor beating Joaquin Phoenix, the hot favourite for the excellent Joker ?. In one word, yes.
It would be fitting that this film win , Best Picture, Director, Actor in a leading role, supporting actor, editing, cinematography and numerous technical awards. In fact it should sweep the board, with academy nominations and awards.
Finally in my view it was Joe Pesci who stole the show, he has a habit of doing that. Goodfellas is a perfect example. The way he projected power and authority, in a quite, understated way, was simply breathtaking.
The Irishman is not just a film to go see. It is a film to learn from, it is a film to study. It is a look at American history, the past ,even if that past is dark and troubled.
It is a film that we all should be thankful and appreciative to the team involved in it.