Gangster SquadMovie Reviews

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  • Must Go!
    Written January 11, 2013

    Dang That Gangster Squad

    by Darkola

    First off, I would advise anyone who read "critic" reviews to simply ignore them, as they gave this movie pretty bad reviews. I went with my wife today, expecting just an ok movie, but found myself really enjoying this movie, and wondered why critics didnt like it for what it was. There are alot of top name actors in this movie, and they all equally pulled their parts and did great jobs. This movie is based around ganster Mickey Cohen, and the group of police that formed together to take him and his mafia type out of Las Angelas. This movie was inspired by true events, in otherwords, the story is going to be doctored up some to make for a better movie, I'm not sure of the whole story on how he was taken down, but found the movie to be entertaining in the way he was taken down none the less. This all happened in the 1940/50's era, and they did a great job depicting that time on film. I'd recommend seeing this movie, and would give it 3 out of 4 stars myself, enjoy :)

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    Written January 11, 2013

    Mickey Cohen Fan Fiction

    by MedRed

    Based on the trailer and the subject material, I assumed Gangster Squad would be a story driven mob movie. After noticing the sub 2 hour run time when ordering tickets, I realized it would be a lot more action driven.

    Gangster Squad is a fun movie that overflows with testosterone. The plot is simple, predictable, and often cheesy. This movie exceeded the level of violence I was anticipating. That's not a bad thing.

    Sean Penn, Ryan Gosling, and Josh Brolin all give very respectable performances...especially when considering the script. The set designs are authentic retro.

    For the record, Gangster Squad is a complete work of fiction. It in no way coincides with the life and times of the actual Mickey Cohen.

    If you're looking for a quick shoot 'em up high and don't mind a predictable plot, Gangster Squad will definitely fit the bill.

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  • Must Go!
    Written January 12, 2013

    OSCAR REEL!

    by foreveraircalgal

    THIS MAY BE A FILM REEL; YET. IT HITS HOME WITH NO-HOLDS-BARRED REALISM! WASN'T THERE (JUST 2YRS OLD); BUT, SURE FELT REAL! GREAT ACTING BY SEAN PENN, WITH RYAN AND JOSH HOLDING THEIR OWN. NOW I KNOW WHY LAPD HDQ'S WAS NAMED PARKER CENTER; AND, FOR WHOM AND WHY!!!

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  • So-so
    Written January 16, 2013

    A Typical Gangster Movie

    by big_screen_cowboy

    Although I like visual period films that's about the only thing that set this movie apart. Halfway through the movie I told myself, "This is nothing special.".

    • 22 out of 35 found this review helpful.
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  • Must Go!
    Written January 12, 2013

    INCREDIBLE!!!

    by kacihiggins

    The character development is so rich, the setting, costumes, & make-up so authentic, & the fight scenes spine tingling & heart pounding! I want to see this over & over!!

    • 26 out of 43 found this review helpful.
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  • Must Go!
    Written January 14, 2013

    Violent but Good !!

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    There is a great deal of violence in this film. Sean Penn did an amazing job as Mickey Cohen... he was a nasty, ruthless ******* who you wanted to be blown away all through the film. I loved Ryan Gosling and Emma Stones chemistry. But, if you do not want to see horrific violence to not go to this movie. It is violent from the beginning to end....

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  • Must Go!
    Written January 12, 2013

    excellent movie...

    by agray10

    Gosling and Brolin delivered really strong performances..I thought movie was just going to be a shoot em up gangster flick but the story is more deeper than that...Sean Penn gets a good nod as well...very convincing Micky Cohen...go see this movie!!!

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  • So-so
    Written January 18, 2013

    Better than I thought, but not great. Dont listen to Critics...ever

    by starjowns

    After reading some reviews that described a lot of action, violence and fun dialogue, I decided to go. I see why the critics panned it because I was actually enjoying it, a lot of action, great acting. I just got a little bored in the middle of it, started and ended really well, just runs a little longer than need be to establish their point. But not bad, if you like stuff like Sin City and Lawless, this should be right up your alley.

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  • So-so
    Written January 13, 2013

    Great acting!

    by celianoemi

    It is a good movie to watch at home on friday night. I was expecting more between Ryan G. and Emma S.,since I love them to work together.I felt like the over all movie wasn't connected from one scene of the story to the other. Great acting btw!I just wanted to see more about the real story and more about how it changed after the bad boy was taken in jail. I just want to say that it was good but it could have done better!

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    Written January 13, 2013

    The Critics judged this unfairly

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    This movie was gruesome, entertaining, well-acted, etc. etc. There were actually some points when I was literally on the edge of my seat. Glad I didn't listen to the critics on this one.

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    Written January 25, 2013

    Won't blow your socks off

    by Lizardo94

    This was an entertaining flick but it won't bow your socks off. Little bit o' blood, lotsa violence but a really good time. My big complaint is What was up with Ryan Gosling's voice???

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    Written January 12, 2013

    Gangster Squad

    by harpo-rider

    Entertaining. Blood as hell (think "almost" Quentin Tarantino)
    Don't expect reality. Don't expect an accurate representation. Don't expect true emotion. However, if you like nonrealistic gangster movies, ...go see it.
    Oh, and Sean Penn is a pretty good character actor.

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  • Must Go!
    Written January 18, 2013

    Gangster Squad

    by cquattrin

    Excellent good guys/bad guys movie. More bullets than Predator. Violent but not too gorey. And who wouldn't love to see see Sean Penn get his face beat in?

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    Written January 12, 2013

    Sean Penn shines

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    This is not my kind of movie but I went because my husband wanted to see it. Its violent and graphic and feels kinda like a western. BUT, the acting is fantastic-Sean Penn was born to play this role. He really should get an award for his performance. The chemistry between the 6 guys who form the posse in this film is wonderfully played by each character. Also Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling are very good together and will always make for a great believable couple onscreen! The production felt very authentic and they should win an award for that as well because they did a great job-the clothes, the architecture, the cars, the train station scenes, the club sets, even how they smoke their dang cigarettes-..all of it very easily transports you back to the gangster era. If you liked Bonnie and Clyde from decades ago; you will like this even more : )

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    Written January 21, 2013

    Pretty good.

    by strawberrymlkshk

    Although critics will probably rip this film apart for being too original, you should still see this movie. Josh Brolin is excellent! I appreciated the character development. The ending was awesome. Of course, Ryan Gosling never disappoints. The cinematography was neat. I think they could've chose a better female to play Emma Stone's part, but all in all - go see it.

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