Gangs of NY

[mad_for_it]

Having seen the film and enjoyed it (although it seemed like it lasted for ever at the pics!) does anyone think there was something missing that could've made it a really great movie? i cant put my finger on but there was a little spark missing?

[j2buttonsw]

Actors? A plot?

[ravenhair]

Some of the many things that were wrong with it, IMHO, were: the normally great Martin Scorsese was just out of his depth, I think, what with all the budget/time etc problems the film had and the finished movie looks like he wasn't keeping a tight enough rein on it. Also, the extensive editing that took place means that some scenes are a bit baffling and the overall movie lacks coherence. Next, I think none of the characters was likeable enough - the audience just didn't get involved enough in their struggles (DDL was great, but LdC was out of his depth and CD completely miscast). That said, it looked absolutely great and was beautifully filmed, but it just didn't hold my attention (and Scorsese has done some of the best epic-saga-type movies ever, in my opinion).

[mad_for_it]

Well ravenhair thanks very much - couldn't agree more. That's exactly what i thought but couldn't actually get it out. now when anyone asks me what the film was like i'll say exactly what you did. cheers

[ravenhair]

no problemo, have you seen City of God yet?

[mad_for_it]

No, any good?

[ravenhair]

Oh, it's so incredibly good, if I see another film this year that's better, I'll be surprised. Really - go and see it and let us all know what you think.