Joe tells Maggie that if she continues with Danny, he cannot protect her any longer. What worries him as much is the murmuring discontent from those in his ranks who would rather kill a good cop than condone a compromise. It is not anarchy, rather a refusal to accept the concept of choice. The film has the courage of its conviction. There is uncertainty in every nook and waste bin.
Brave men die.
Day-Lewis has become the filmmakers' film actor. His dedication to the spirit of a role knows no bounds. He spent three years training with Barry McGuigan to perfect his ring skills and brings to Danny so much more than stiff-lipped heroics. This is acting on the edge, so close to the engine, it burns. Cox has been here before in a different guise.