Gangster SquadMovie Reviews

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  • Must Go!
    Written January 13, 2013

    Surprising!!!!!

    by monica_espinoza2

    I went into this movie not expecting much besides a typical action movie. I was very surprised at how funny it was as well it was. Overall I would recommend this movie to anyone.

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  • Must Go!
    Written January 15, 2013

    Well Done

    by Team-NE

    This movie was very well done. The integrity of the time period was kept very well, the plot was developed, the characters were interesting, and the storyline moved along well. We loved it.

    • 4 out of 4 found this review helpful.
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    Written January 12, 2013

    Mr

    by andrea2cortese

    Too much violence.
    If I would have to pick which mob movie was better on the west coast between The Gangster Squad and Chinatown with Jack Nicklas and Fay Danaway, I would pick Chinatown.

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    Written January 13, 2013

    A TERIFFIC 40"S STYLE GANGSTER MOVIE

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    This movie is loosely based on the xploits of the gangster era, on the west coast of the 1940"s...........if you enjoy good shoot in ups, and period cars clothes, and good looking women, dont miss this one........

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  • Must Go!
    Written January 27, 2013

    Very good flick.

    by srduff52

    Great casting. Sold story. I might go see it again at the theater... for the "big screen" affect. Penn was exceptional. Gosling was a good - tough guy. The main leader on the Gangster Squad stood his ground to Penn's acting and was super hero type charter.

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  • So-so
    Written January 12, 2013

    Good movie, but save your money and don't see it in theaters

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    I liked the film, but I didn't love it, which is why I wouldn't pay to see it in theaters...save your money. The actors were great, an all star cast, but you never get attached to them. Ryan Gosling was charming and probably the only character that kept my attention. There are so many great gangster movies and this one just didn't stand out or even compete.

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  • I'm In
    Written January 14, 2013

    Gangster Squad

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    Can't say enough how much I enjoyed this movie. Acting, cinematography was excellent. When it is out on DVD I will purchase it for my favorite movie collection.

    • 4 out of 4 found this review helpful.
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  • So-so
    Written January 14, 2013

    The seats were confy

    by wrestlerjay07

    The movie is very slow and I dont think any gangster movie is going to come glose to scarface but.It has its moments and if you lioke the 50's then its good but if you dont then just stay home or rent it.

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  • Must Go!
    Written January 15, 2013

    Exciting

    by lyrix

    I really enjoyed the movie. Had some funny moments but also kept me on the edge of my seat. The acting and action was amazing. Very good plot and story line.

    • 6 out of 8 found this review helpful.
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    Written January 15, 2013

    Overall good, though a bit confused

    by westyle

    This is a dark movie with humorous jokes, some great performances but then almost comic book fantasy like abandonment of reality. It's not Scorsese reality. It is fun though. Some very good acting, and lots of blood and action. Excellent wardrobe and set- the cars in this movie are amazing and everything true to the era.

    I think Penn's character performance would have been better served in a more realistic setting, but nonetheless a fun time of a movie. Just expect something shot well and entertaining while not overly worried about realism or a true story. Think comic book.

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  • Oh No!
    Written January 19, 2013

    Such a cast and such a bad movie...

    by strawlions

    Its all the same again to me: writer/directors' films suck! Always!
    Gangster Squad's story is pretentious and melodramatic, the action is cheesy and not convincing. Characters lack dimension, the acting.... How do yo manage to use A list actors and have them act like amateurs? This is a worst act I saw from Penn, Gosling sounds repulsive...
    And the look of this film... Dreadful digital look of this film is just horrible. Action scenes look
    like they were shot on video camera.
    Another film shot digitally - another crap. Long and boring - not worth of watching.
    Hollywood at its worst.

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    Written January 14, 2013

    Josh Brolin goes to work on some fools!

    by ajwatson796

    Great action, weak story. Critics arent gonna like it because of lack of character development and structure to the story. Bottom line, if you're a fan of action, you will enjoy this movie. Plus it's easy to follow.

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  • Must Go!
    Written January 13, 2013

    Good Guys!!!

    by Oma Hnybee

    I was happy to see the Good Guys win, yes violence, but at last everyone was not nude, you can bring some family to see this one.

    • 6 out of 8 found this review helpful.
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    Written January 14, 2013

    Gangster Squad

    by svenard

    Love the actors and the humor...all but Sean Penn. Face acting has never been my favorite. He just phoned in this role which was arrogant cuz he was appearing with some really competent folk. Some funny exchanges to make one laugh. Too many bullets per killing! Gratuitous gang land violence. That being said, my grandchildren and I enjoyed the escape factor.

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  • Must Go!
    Written January 21, 2013

    Great shoot 'em up film

    by robert.gallegos33

    Very good action movie very loosely based on the reality that the LAPD did take strong action to keep the Eastern Mobs from gaining a foothold in the City of Angels. Good acting, humor and plenty of action. Took my girlfriend's 70 year old mother along and she thoroughly enjoyed it. Fast paced action made it an enjoyable time at the movies.

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