What's it aboutThe movie traces the life of Tony Montana, a Cuban immigrant who reaches the US and slowly rises in life as a drug dealer. He is a real aspirant for the high life. He indeed becomes big, owns a big house, marries his lady love, helps his sister settle in life and even raises a pet tiger... With the big money comes many problems, many enemies and he causes destruction to his family, aides and finally to himself too.
Montana's dope addiction, his narcissistic attitude and absolute lack of tolerance towards people who confront him make him a real handful to deal with.
Hits
- AL PACINO. Yet another feather in his cap. Glorious portrayal of this ruthless & aggressive go-getter. He has made subtle changes to his look particularly the hairstyle. His accent has undergone a sea change. The way he says 'fuck' innumerable times and the way he snorts dope and goes on a destructive rampage are dangerously terrific. His dialogs are filled with punch and cult-like.
- A good BGM track which is haunting, pulsating and innovative. A huge backbone to the movie.
- Great supporting role for Steven Bauer as Manny, Tony's trusted aide till the very end. His end is very touching.
- Mary Elizabeth as Gina and Michelle Pfeiffer as Elvira are two of the solid female characters in the movie.
- The rise of Tony has been portrayed in a very detailed way. All his enemies and the various bosses he faces, are a pivotal part of the movie.
- The climax sums up the movie and Tony's character. A stoic and heroic end.
- Too much focus on dope addiction and usage.
VERDICT
One of the cult gangster movies. AL PACINO lords over the movie entirely ...
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