Great performances along with touching scenes make this movie what it is.

Rating: 10/10 (16 August 2004)

The Untouchables is a movie based on the true life story of Al Capone and the cops who eventually brought him to justice. While often over the top and hard to believe, it's an overly enjoyable ride through 1930's Chicago and the problems with prohibition that ran rampant at the time. However, if your're looking for a more mob themed movie, you'll most likely be disappointed. Most of the shots are detailing the cop's point of view, and not much more.
The cast and acting performances couldn't be better, in my opinion. Costner stars as the determined Elliot Ness, the man that started it all. He is pretty much the 'leader' of the team. Sean Connery, who is by far the best performance, plays Jim Malone, a tired but wise character who turns out to be very likeable by the time the movie is up. Other important characters include Al Capone (Robert De Niro), George Stone (Andy Garcia) and Oscar Wallace (Charles Martin Smith), who all do a fine job.
The score could've used a bit more work, but other than that, I recommend.