The Departed (2006)
Cat and mouse gangster masterpiece by Scorsese.
Presentation:
New Englanders will especially appreciate this setting. The film follows Massachusetts crime with thoughtful and motivated characters brought to life. Violence, deceit, malevolence, realism all brought to life in this cat and mouse thriller that never has a dull moment. Leonardo plays a good lead, Nicholson is always a pleasure as the villain and Mark Wahlberg somehow fits perfectly into this Boston undercover cop thriller.
Conclusion:
This is one of the most compelling scripts that will make you invested in each character. The script is tight and dialogue never holds your hand for a moment. I think this is one of Scorsese’s best films, which never makes you lose interest for a second. Although this is a remake of Infernal Affairs, I think this is better in every way. It’s more polished, tightly presented and more satisfying in every metric. This is textbook definition of nail biter edge of your seat experience. What all thrillers should strive for.
Recommendations
One does not simply get revenge on Billy the Butcher.