Movie Section Editor’s Film of the Week (VIDEO)
9 comments so far (is that a lot?)
Written by Parcbench on November 17, 2009
One of the greatest gangster films ever made, Martin Scorsese’s Goodfellas, is my film of the week. For most of us, we were hooked upon hearing the words “as far back as I could remember, I always wanted to be a gangster.”
The film is based on Nicholas Pileggi’s Wise Guy, which is about the life of Henry Hill (played in the film by Ray Liotta) who spent many years in the mob. We see Hill’s life traced from his younger years as a small time crook to a made man and eventually into witness protection. This cautionary tale is one of the most in-your-face accounts of the mobster lifestyle.
The documentary-style narration also ads an element of realism that is unmatched in any other gangster film. Goodfellas is full if iconic scenes, including Joe Pesci’s famous “funny how?” scene (as the hot tempered Tommy DeVito). This film remains extremely entertaining while giving a serious commentary about living a life of crime. It is compelling from every angle and is the standard brilliance from mafia master Martin Scorsese.
The trailer speaks for itself:
If you haven’t seen this film yet, here is the first ten minutes. Hopefully it will motivate you to check out the rest of the film!
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Tags: Goodfellas, Henry Hill, Joe Pesci, Martin Scorsese, Ray Liotta
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Comments (9)
assume_away
December 7th, 2009 at 7:21 pm
Goodfellas, really??
Miles
December 7th, 2009 at 11:52 pm
Have a problem with this film "assume_away?"
Chris Yogerst
December 8th, 2009 at 12:08 am
Here we are again, "assume_away," you question my judgment due to my liking of Stiller's films, yet you question my pic of Goodfellas? Take a look around and read a little bit about film, you will find out that if you don't like Goodfellas you are in a huge minority.
assume_away
December 8th, 2009 at 12:54 am
I would never discredit this film. And contrary to your infantile defensive disorder, it has nothing to do with Ben Stiller (especially since I already stated I appreciated his attempts and triumphs in humor). But perhaps when you sport those big boy pants and take the position of Film Editor on a publication such as this seriously, you'll pick (not pic) something other than a basic cable rerun.
Goodison Park
December 7th, 2009 at 9:36 pm
I think Leonardo DiCaprio should have gotten the oscar for his role in The Departed.
perfidy2012
December 8th, 2009 at 3:48 am
and that people, is the magical art of deflection.
kellen
December 8th, 2009 at 3:53 am
hahahaha!
Matt
December 8th, 2009 at 4:35 am
….says the "tough guy" hiding behind an fake name.
Rob Schneider
December 8th, 2009 at 4:47 am
I agree with assume_away. You should pick something like the anime he watches in his moms basement.
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