Phil’s Quick Capsule Review:
The Irishman is more than just Oldfellas. It’s a film that bares the weight of its cast and directors ageing years and experience. Yes it’s long and yes it lacks the pace and stylish filming of either Casino or Goodfellas but it’s also not trying to be either of those films. The Irishman is a slower story, told over decades, that relishes in its character interaction and quiet moments. It’s also not THAT violent, certainly not compared with Scorsese’s other gangster and crime films. Nope The Irishman is a different film, genetically linked to his classic works but one that reflects the closing years of some of the most epic careers in the movie industry. Also side note – the de-ageing technology on display here is near faultless. Not bad for someone with a less than positive view of CGI heavy movies…
Best Bit: The technology
Cinema, Stream, Avoid: Stream (Netflix)
If You Liked this Try: Casino, Goodfellas, The Godfather
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Phil Hobden is the former Film Editor & Writer for renowned martial arts focused COMBAT MAGAZINE in the UK. He is also a filmmaker in his own right, having produced two cult Independent action films in LEFT FOR DEAD and TEN DEAD MEN. He was the host for the award nominated Filmsploitation podcast for 4 years, currently co-hosts Ross And Phil Talk Movies and is a writer/editor for his own blog Phil’s Quick Capsule Review…
