Gangster SquadMovie Reviews

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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.

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  • So-so
    Written January 17, 2013

    There's no "Wait for it to come out on Netflix" option, huh?

    by primesilver

    When I first saw the previews, I remember thinking, "Oh, it's basically The Untouchables," except after Prohibition. What I should have realized was that it was basically The Untouchables without a script written by David Mamet. There are so many words I can use to describe the script: clunky, convoluted, predictable...but "hack" is probably the lead. There is literally a line where Sean Penn says, "You know the drill," and then one of his cronies grabs a drill and uses it on someone. So clever!!

    I can't tell if the people in this movie knew how bad it was going to be, and so they embraced it, or if everyone just brought in terrible performances. The acting was pretty wooden, and although there were genuine moments of cuteness in the movie (pulled off well), the theater I was in laughed the hardest at a serious scene at the end. This is a movie to watch at home with friends and rip apart (in that fun way). No need to pay full price.

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

    It was a decent entertaining movie

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    Not as great as expected but it was good enough to recommend to others. The texture and characters were gritty and tough. Well shot (photography that is) and acted.

    • 4 out of 4 found this review helpful.
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    Written January 21, 2013

    Worth the $$$

    by HapCrazCool

    Josh Brolin is AMAZING! As usual!!! Sean Penn was a hard ass, but he looked coked out the whole time. I don't know he just didn't look like the Sean I know and love. But he was still good. The story line was good. I'd recommend it.

    • 5 out of 6 found this review helpful.
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  • So-so
    Written January 11, 2013

    Not exactly the best gangster movie

    by wzphoto

    Perhaps it was intended to be a cartooned version of a classic gangster movie but I thought it fell short of what it might have been.

    • 7 out of 10 found this review helpful.
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  • No
    Written January 29, 2013

    Forgettable

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    Despite poor critic reviews I had high hopes going into this movie because a friend said it was awesome. I was very disappointed to say the least. I expected better things from this all star cast. The movie was predictable and boring, Sean Penn's accent was confusing because it changed throughout the movie, and I stopped paying attention but still knew exactly how this story would end within the first 5 minutes. I get what they were trying to do here with the old school, cheesy, shoot em up drama, but this movie either needed to go darker or lighter. It was in a gray area so it really didn't make a whole lot of sense. That being said, I still love Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling, and I'll forgive them eventually.

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  • Must Go!
    Written January 13, 2013

    Excellent

    by tarawa

    Sean Penn very good in his role as well as the rest of the cast. Sometimes close to more than needed, ut doesn't detract from the movie as a whole. Nick Nolte better than I expected as Parker. Well worth it.

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    Written January 18, 2013

    Next Generation's "Untouchables"

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    I was pretty excited about "Gangster Squad" when I first saw the trailer. Great cast, I love Emma Stone, and the film noir feel was very intriguing. Not that I was let down, but it was a bit different than I was expecting. I thought it was going to be more along the lines of a "The Departed" but I could not help but think of "The Untouchables" throughout much of the film. The film's gore is a bit on the cheesy side and some of the camera work was very artistic and De Palma-esque. However, I enjoyed it a lot. As expected, the acting was great and is really balanced out when your supporting roles are Michael Pena, Giovanni Ribisi, Anthony Mackie and Robert Patrick, aka T-1000. It is a fun trip to the movies that is worth the price of admission, which is more than you can say about a lot of movies these days.

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    Written February 18, 2013

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    by MovieMeister66

    I don't see what the Critic's are thinking. I found the movie entertaining, full of shootouts and action, plus Sean Penn really nailed being a bad guy (and I don't generally like him as an actor). I say Go.

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    Written January 14, 2013

    Loved it!

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    Went to this movie with my husband with few expectations because of the general description. I was pleasantly surprised. It is violent but nothing out of the ordinary from a "gangster" film. I thought Josh Brolin, Ryan Gosling, and Sean Penn were excellent in this movie. Emma Stone looked beautiful, as always. I would recommend this film to friends.

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  • Must Go!
    Written February 16, 2013

    Excellent! don't listen to critics.

    by theravens

    My wife and I agree, this was a great show. It was non-stop action. There was great character development. And sometimes, it is great to see the good guys kick the butts of the bad guys. It was a bit predictable, but I don't care. The preformances of the great cast measured up to all I wanted to see. Sean Penn was the baddest bad-guy. Josh Brolin was the most heroic hero. Ryan Gosling was an querky playboy with a heart of gold. And, I love Emma Stone. She was gorgeous and played her part perfectly. The rest of the emsemble were just as they should be. I was a little hesitant to see the show since the critics did not love it, then I thought, when have they ever been correct? The fans said Go! I say must go!

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  • Must Go!
    Written January 14, 2013

    Great Period Movie

    by united9198

    Gangster Squad tells a great story that is based in fact. The visual on this movie is outstanding. Conveys the L.A. area of the 1940's in exquisite detail. The film noir quality comes through very well as the set design, cinematography, costumes, dialog are all first rate.

    Casting was done well and the characters are right on. Nick Nolte is great as the Police Chief and Sean Penn is scary as Mickey Cohen. Emma Stone is great to look at as the glam doll, Ryan Gosling as the romeo playboy cop. Last but no least is Josh Brolin who looks made for the part of the honest Police Sgt.

    I really liked this movie and might consider going again. Not for kids due to the violent theme, but a great movie.

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  • Must Go!
    Written January 12, 2013

    Glamorous, Thrilling, Strong

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    This is a first time review for me. I felt compelled to - the critics have this one all wrong.

    This move was a true pleasure - unbelievable cinematography, witty banter, and an aching nostalgia.

    If you love Mad Men, you'll swoon.

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  • Must Go!
    Written January 12, 2013

    Exciting movie with great acting

    by Les Grosmann

    Sean Penn and Josh Brolin were great. Supporting cast, including Nick Nolte were also strong. Movie could have been better without some of the gratuitous violence but would still rate it as a must see.

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  • Must Go!
    Written January 12, 2013

    Loved it1

    by aud2

    Although I don't care for Sean Penn, I really enjoyed this movie. There was a lot of action along with humor. Although a lot of blood.

    • 5 out of 6 found this review helpful.
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