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drlowdonAug 25, 2023

A young man joins the mob and gradually works his way up the ranks, but his life of power and riches doesn’t come without consequences.

With fantastic direction and excellent performances all round, Goodfellas certainly ranks amongst the topA young man joins the mob and gradually works his way up the ranks, but his life of power and riches doesn’t come without consequences.

With fantastic direction and excellent performances all round, Goodfellas certainly ranks amongst the top tier of gangster movies.… Expand

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Sopa_de_BaconAug 23, 2023

In my opinion this is a awesome film, good characters, good history, great direction and acting. I love mafia and gang films I just don't give it 10 because in some parts the film gets a bit slow and the main character is a snitch. IIn my opinion this is a awesome film, good characters, good history, great direction and acting. I love mafia and gang films I just don't give it 10 because in some parts the film gets a bit slow and the main character is a snitch. I recommend it for everyone.… Expand

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clem666Aug 22, 2023

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Metacritic won't let me post my full review. So here is what it accepts:
I'll start with the scenario which is terrific even if its skeleton truly is unoriginal (classic rise and fall story). The way we follow Henry Hill (Ray Liotta) and his progression in the mafia is excellent. Special mention for the inclusion of his wife Karen (Lorraine Bracco) in the narration. This an amazing biography in which we gather informations about Henry's nuclear family, his intentions and projects, his routine, his evolution and love stories. I think I could blame the movie not to be psychological enough as Henry only acts by fear or by duty, never with thoughts. We don't know anything about his values and psyche. And it goes the same way for each and every character.
I really love the way the movie is addressing the passion and unhealthy interest of the overall audience in crime and easy money (as it is obviously still the case). I like its morale. I like its ending.

Robert De Niro and Paul Sorvino's acting skills are top notch. On the other hand, I don't get at all why Joe Pesci (playing as Tommy DeVito) owned a Oscar for his role. I mean his character definitely is impressive, but I can't say the same about his particular performance. I have the same opinion for Ray Liotta's acting which only shines in brief moments.

The pace of the movie is weird. There are long, meaningless scenes, counterbalanced by fast-paced plans explanations. It quickly becomes confusing to identify which character does what and why. There are so many characters on screen it is hard to sort them. Plus many of them don't have an important role at all.

The soundtrack obviously is as evocative as finely used.
Shots are wonderful, especially the one in the restaurant as well as many others. Staging is grandiose, impeccable. Lighting is gorgeous too.
The length of 'Goodfellas' is one of the main dark point of it. Of course you can introduce numerous characters. Of course you can produce numerous events during such a long on-screen time. But there are too many useless scenes in my opinion. It could have been shortened. And maybe it should have been.
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RefinedInsightsJul 30, 2023

Goodfellas: A Real-Life Drama Unveiling an Engrossing Tale Beyond Fiction - The Apex of Cinematic Excellence"
As a lifelong movie buff, I have journeyed through tales woven by cinematic geniuses, from Ridley Scott's "Gladiator" to QuentinGoodfellas: A Real-Life Drama Unveiling an Engrossing Tale Beyond Fiction - The Apex of Cinematic Excellence"
As a lifelong movie buff, I have journeyed through tales woven by cinematic geniuses, from Ridley Scott's "Gladiator" to Quentin Tarantino's "Pulp Fiction" and David Fincher's "Fight Club." Each of these narratives, while grounded in audacious fiction, left indelible marks on my cinematic memory. But none could quite surpass the experience offered by Martin Scorsese's magnum opus, "Goodfellas." A testament to the adage that fact can be stranger than fiction, Goodfellas not only mesmerized me but also reshaped my understanding of the power of storytelling.

While Francis Ford Coppola's "The Godfather" is hailed as the greatest film of all time, for me, "Goodfellas" ascends a step further. Beyond just being a film, it's an immersive experience, creating a world so compelling that one doesn't simply watch, but rather, becomes a part of it.

"Goodfellas" is no mere movie. It is a high-octane ride through the treacherous, yet intoxicating underbelly of the mafia. Scorsese adapts Nicholas Pileggi's novel, "Wiseguy," to present a gripping narrative rooted in reality, thus proving that a true story, when well-told, can be as, if not more, captivating than fictional works.

The dialogues of the film are a tour de force - memorable, impactful, and infinitely quotable. They're a powerful testament to Scorsese's skillful storytelling, etching themselves into your memory and sparking conversation years after you've left the cinema.

The cinematography is nothing short of masterful. Each shot, each angle, each frame serves a purpose, painting a vivid picture of a world not many of us know, but are nevertheless intrigued by. Scorsese takes you on a visual journey that's as captivating as it is unsettling.

At the heart of "Goodfellas" is Joe Pesci's electrifying performance as Tommy DeVito, for which he earned a well-deserved Oscar. His ten-second acceptance speech at the Academy Awards stands as a symbol of his raw and pure talent - no frills needed. Pesci's portrayal of DeVito is arguably one of the greatest performances in film history, embodying a character so complex and volatile, it's impossible to look away.

The pacing of "Goodfellas" is a masterclass in filmmaking. There's never a dull moment as Scorsese expertly navigates through decades of organized crime, maintaining the narrative tension throughout. The movie flows like a torrential river, carrying its audience through a whirlwind of emotions.

Complementing the visuals and narrative is the incredible soundtrack that pulsates through every scene, enhancing the emotional landscape of the characters. From the adrenaline rush of the criminal high life to the unnerving paranoia induced by overindulgence in drugs, the music adds a layer of authenticity that amplifies the cinematic experience.

"Goodfellas," in essence, is a cinematic tour de force, a triumph in storytelling that pushes the boundaries of film, and the #1 movie in my list. Its influence stretches far, inspiring masterpieces such as "The Sopranos." Yet, it stands tall in its uniqueness, a beacon of filmmaking that reminds us why we fall in love with movies.… Expand

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MrPajamasNov 21, 2020

I had to watch this film again. I didn't like it that much after the first viewing because I spoiled it unnecessarily for myself. I had a tendency to constantly compare it to other mafia movies and I kept comparing it to The Godfather. At theI had to watch this film again. I didn't like it that much after the first viewing because I spoiled it unnecessarily for myself. I had a tendency to constantly compare it to other mafia movies and I kept comparing it to The Godfather. At the time, although I thought Mafiosi was a great film, it was overshadowed by The Godfather for me. So I watched Mafians again a few years later and liked the movie much, much more. Awesome story and especially made even better by the fact that it was based on a true story. In some ways even a more interesting story than the aforementioned Godfather. 2 hours and 20 minutes went by pretty damn fast. I was absolutely immersed in the plot. Without a doubt one of the best mafia movies of all time. Excellent. As a fan of the mafia theme, I'm absolutely enchanted. Robert De Niro is great, as always. I'm glad I gave this film a second chance.… Expand

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AgentLviJun 27, 2023

Decent movie. The story is so --so, scoring is great, visual is decent, and the voice is also great

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liamexeApr 28, 2023

This, in my opinion, is the greatest mafia film ever created. The entire time, the acting was excellent. You'll be invested in this movie from the very beginning to the very end. Not suitable for youngsters, but a must-see for those whoThis, in my opinion, is the greatest mafia film ever created. The entire time, the acting was excellent. You'll be invested in this movie from the very beginning to the very end. Not suitable for youngsters, but a must-see for those who appreciate learning about the history and the mafia's heyday in Las Vegas and America.… Expand

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DunkaccinoApr 6, 2023

The stakes are getting higher and higher, our characters are taking greater risks. It all comes down to themes of trust, morality, and ultimately betrayal. And after the film we are all left stunned, having just experienced the mostThe stakes are getting higher and higher, our characters are taking greater risks. It all comes down to themes of trust, morality, and ultimately betrayal. And after the film we are all left stunned, having just experienced the most exhilarating crime journey of all time.… Expand

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moviefan23u429uOct 25, 2022

The Greatest movie ever made. Period. . .........

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Jesus_SavesMar 23, 2023

One of the best mob films ever made. It's very accurate in how it portrays the real events it depicts. You know it's good, the critics know it's good, I know it's good, so it's good. It deserves every bit of praise it gets.

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gracjanskiNov 13, 2022

Perfect movie: The story is classic mafia, but the content is interesting and teach you some nice stuff. Some of the characters are detailed and not always to see through. Some action stuff are crazy, out of nowhere someone is dead. GreatPerfect movie: The story is classic mafia, but the content is interesting and teach you some nice stuff. Some of the characters are detailed and not always to see through. Some action stuff are crazy, out of nowhere someone is dead. Great dialogues also, similar to Pulp Fiction. Actors...great again. In addition it was great to see how many things were changing because of the time it took place: It starts at the 50s and ends at the 80s… Expand

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DawdlingPoetOct 18, 2022

This is very much a Ray Liotta film and what I mean by this is that his character, Henry Hill, is the most memorable (indeed he is the main character) - his and Robert DeNiros (James Conway). I thought the soundtrack was very good, it wasThis is very much a Ray Liotta film and what I mean by this is that his character, Henry Hill, is the most memorable (indeed he is the main character) - his and Robert DeNiros (James Conway). I thought the soundtrack was very good, it was pretty memorable and indeed there's the irony of such upbeat tracks from the time its set in, , played while we watch some grim sights indeed - hence its very much a gangster film.

It has a good style about it and its certainly a decent example of its type, so yes, I'd recommend it.… Expand

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Onlyclassicvg1Sep 21, 2022

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Richard552Aug 10, 2022

If you enjoy gangster movies, then Goodfellas is a must see.It is one of the best movies I ever watched but why is it so revered? $1 to buy a Netflix account, Google search: vtvshare

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SuperbaDMIkeJun 15, 2022

This movie is a movie that gets every great thing about mob movies but should of been longer.

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shumatApr 14, 2022

amazing film fully recomended and really really nice to watch with family and friends

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savingApr 4, 2022

The best mob movie of all time after the first two parts of The Godfather and one of the best movies of all time

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kyle20ellisMar 10, 2022

It is hard to describe the brilliance that is Goodfellas. As good as Raging Bull and Taxi Driver are, I think Goodfellas is Martin Scorsese's best film and is a textbook example of a great director at the peak of his talents. The filmIt is hard to describe the brilliance that is Goodfellas. As good as Raging Bull and Taxi Driver are, I think Goodfellas is Martin Scorsese's best film and is a textbook example of a great director at the peak of his talents. The film crackles with raw energy and enthusiasm, the film is superbly directed and the final sequence is nothing short of stunning. The script is also excellent with memorable quotes, the story is never less than compelling and the pop and rock soundtrack is winning. The cinematography and detail is immaculate, and the ensemble cast is one of film's finest. Joe Pesci won an Oscar for his performance, and as good as he was, he is perfectly matched by Robert DeNiro and Ray Liotta. All in all, it is a brilliant film and an instant classic no matter what time, day, week or year. 10/10 Bethany Cox… Expand

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TheIrishmanJan 29, 2022

Martin Scorsese, like many of his compositions, is very shrewd in his good comrades, and in a narrative that is carefully constructed and avoids us as an audience.
Goodfellas is a better and more thoughtful version of his previous film MeanMartin Scorsese, like many of his compositions, is very shrewd in his good comrades, and in a narrative that is carefully constructed and avoids us as an audience.
Goodfellas is a better and more thoughtful version of his previous film Mean Streets, especially since Goodfellas takes us on a journey to find out who is telling us the story in the film. Reflect on whose words we listen to and tend to accept. This is an important question in the context of a film that asks us to consider gangsters as notable human beings. Henry Hill, the narrator and the main character of the film, seems to be in the role of our guide.
He talks to us throughout the film (using Voice Over) and what we see as the viewer is actually what he sees and the story seems to be controlled by him as the main character. As Scorsese constantly questions the fact whether humans have control over things or it is the circumstances and the story that happen to humans. This is one of the recurring themes and an important part of the main structure in this good director's films. The use of a omniscient (narrator) who is also the main character of the film in each of the films has made the viewer feel inside the story.… Expand

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Filippos1987Nov 27, 2021

Short and sweet - Scorsese's best film, and arguably the most well-paced, virtuoso piece of film-making ever to be released. Several of Scorsese's efforts are considerable works of art themselves (Taxi Driver chief among these "other"Short and sweet - Scorsese's best film, and arguably the most well-paced, virtuoso piece of film-making ever to be released. Several of Scorsese's efforts are considerable works of art themselves (Taxi Driver chief among these "other" efforts), but with GoodFellas the director achieves a platonic balance - the film is stylish and enjoyable while also being gritty and disorienting. There is violence, profanity and moral darkness, yet the experience goes down smoothly and enjoyably. Few directors can make the sinister and even the brutally horrific seem palatable, or even alluring in the way Scorsese can. The performances, in particular by Joe Pesci as the hotheaded Tommy, are uniformly wonderful, with each actor perfectly suited to their parts. The cinematography is similarly peerless, while the accompanying soundtrack makes for the perfect background for the unrelenting narrative. Very few films truly deserve the title of "masterpiece," but this deathlessly popular and deservedly well-respected saga is as worthy as any film made of such a label; it serves as a potent reminder that, when in the hands of an artist who truly understands his craft and is able to forge an empathic link to their audience, film can be a transcendent and ravishing medium where art can gracefully meet commerce. GoodFellas is a modern, big budget picture with the verve of an old Hollywood studio classic mixed with the insight and craft of an arthouse staple. It's not to be missed.… Expand

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MafiaBossNov 15, 2021

Amazing, a movie I recommend all to see at least once in their lifetime, the acting, story, directing style, and a sense of class all make this not only the greatest gangster flic but arguably the greatest movie of all time. Overall, aAmazing, a movie I recommend all to see at least once in their lifetime, the acting, story, directing style, and a sense of class all make this not only the greatest gangster flic but arguably the greatest movie of all time. Overall, a classic that will age like fine whine.… Expand

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RayghataksenNov 8, 2021

"IF you hate this go watch F&F"............................................

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MediaEnjoyer201Nov 6, 2021

This movie is epic! 30 years being of mafia brilliantly depicted by the masterful work of Martin Scorsese and the shockingly realistic story by Nicholas Pileggi. Performances by Ray Liotta, Robert De Niro, Lorraine Bracco and of course JoeThis movie is epic! 30 years being of mafia brilliantly depicted by the masterful work of Martin Scorsese and the shockingly realistic story by Nicholas Pileggi. Performances by Ray Liotta, Robert De Niro, Lorraine Bracco and of course Joe Pesci are beyond good, they are flawless. Music, cinematography, editing are gorgeous. For me this movie will be the greatest gangster movie ever made. Pure masterpiece!… Expand

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NickTheCritickNov 4, 2021

Both the first time I saw it, and seeing it again after many years, I find this film decidedly unpleasant. Thelma Schoonemaker's masterful editing doesn't make up for a story that gets extremely repetitive and boring in the second part.Both the first time I saw it, and seeing it again after many years, I find this film decidedly unpleasant. Thelma Schoonemaker's masterful editing doesn't make up for a story that gets extremely repetitive and boring in the second part. Definitely unpleasant characters. The violence in this film is never measured and finalized but always over the top for the sole purpose of entertaining the audience. The movie remains full of skilled directing but it turns out to be a barely watchable movie for my tastes.… Expand

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Gamzguy17Aug 21, 2021

Briskly paced with tight editing, acting, and music placement, Scorsese's "Goodfellas" strikes moments of gold in an exciting adaptation of a survivor's true story.

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TaniapeartreeMay 15, 2021

Goodfellas is the perfect film! Anyone who thinks otherwise is wrong. It’s a cinematic masterpiece, perfection! They don’t make movies like this anymore. The story, the pacing, the narrating the lines all of it came together flawlessly 100/10

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mstaub87Apr 17, 2021

amazing is the one and the only word to say! one of the greatest films ever made, a landmark in the 90's or even in movie history. highly recommended to everyone!

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SDFismeApr 6, 2021

Martin Scorsese at his very best. Everything about the film is perfect. Real-life gangsters have attested to the accuracy of the film. A masterpiece!

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o_retyFeb 13, 2021

A gangster classic, for sure, but didn't blow me away. The memed scenes with laughing Ray Liotta took me out of it for a moment and I thought overall it glorified crime a little bit too much for my liking. What it was best at was building upA gangster classic, for sure, but didn't blow me away. The memed scenes with laughing Ray Liotta took me out of it for a moment and I thought overall it glorified crime a little bit too much for my liking. What it was best at was building up emotions. The franticness and craziness of it all. The paranoia that at the end becomes not irrational at all.… Expand

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MrIslamicFeb 9, 2021

A great movie. Basically just a movie following the life of a gangster. If you haven't seen it before you are missing out.

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geewahJan 29, 2021

One of the greatest gangster movies ever made.
The 2 1/2 hour runtime flys by in this captivating masterpiece.
The best movie of 1990.

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AJ_13Jan 11, 2021

The best mob film I have ever seen. Every character is amazing but Joe Pesci steals the show

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KelvinSelimorDec 12, 2020

Goodfellas. He wanted to become a gangster. This is the greatest film in which it is shown how much not the life of the main character Henry Hill, but the life of the entire mafia. The top three look great, but Robert De Niro's Jimmy ConwayGoodfellas. He wanted to become a gangster. This is the greatest film in which it is shown how much not the life of the main character Henry Hill, but the life of the entire mafia. The top three look great, but Robert De Niro's Jimmy Conway is the favorite.… Expand

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ethemakbasNov 16, 2020

Bu filmi yapanın allahına kurban olayım. Allah sizi başımızdan eksikEtmesin

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glommanSep 18, 2020

After this one I'm done with mob movies. WOW, it's sooo interesting, that your characters sniff coke the entire time, and look how bad they are! They even kill people, my god look how dramatic it is how they cheat on their wives! I don't evenAfter this one I'm done with mob movies. WOW, it's sooo interesting, that your characters sniff coke the entire time, and look how bad they are! They even kill people, my god look how dramatic it is how they cheat on their wives! I don't even know anymore, it's not as boringly infuriating as The Irishman, but I'll refrain from watching this type of movies from now on.… Expand

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RobwinzJul 31, 2020

Goodfellas is honestly a masterpiece. The movie's got a great plot, bloody action, amazing actors/actresses, beautiful songs and some beautiful cinematography from Michael Ballhaus. Overall, it's a masterpiece of a movie and it's honestlyGoodfellas is honestly a masterpiece. The movie's got a great plot, bloody action, amazing actors/actresses, beautiful songs and some beautiful cinematography from Michael Ballhaus. Overall, it's a masterpiece of a movie and it's honestly worth the watch.… Expand

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Guo56Jun 26, 2020

This movie is undoubtedly my favorite movie of all time especially with Robert De Niro’s role as Jimmy Conway.

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LoletinAlexisJun 24, 2020

Goodfellas is a great film, it deals with aspects of the mafia in ways I don't remember in other films about it.

However, it has problems of rhythm and connection with the viewer, there are moments that I don't care about the protagonists status.

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FnnJun 3, 2020

What can i say that hasn't already been said. This film is so good. Ray Loitta, De Niro, Joe Pesci and Lorraine Bracco give there best ever performances. The score is great and the film is shot beautifuly. Classic.

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superbatMay 28, 2020

Goodfellas is an thrilling and entertaining gangster epic about the benefits, and the inevitable consequences, of choosing to live as a mobster. The stellar performances, along with the outstanding narration, make the events in this filmsGoodfellas is an thrilling and entertaining gangster epic about the benefits, and the inevitable consequences, of choosing to live as a mobster. The stellar performances, along with the outstanding narration, make the events in this films feel very much like reality (though it is based off of a true story). Goodfellas is my favorite of the few mob films I've seen.… Expand

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zNeverSleepingMay 27, 2020

O modo com Scorsese dirige a obra, seu cast e suas atuações e toda cinematografia envolvida fazem com que GoodFellas seja único e pareça vivo!

Martin faz questão de avisar que o filme é baseado numa historia real, e assim se faz. Como é deO modo com Scorsese dirige a obra, seu cast e suas atuações e toda cinematografia envolvida fazem com que GoodFellas seja único e pareça vivo!

Martin faz questão de avisar que o filme é baseado numa historia real, e assim se faz. Como é de costume nas suas obras, o realismo aqui atingido é assustador em alguns momentos. O anti-romantismo aqui funciona bem. Fica bem claro que os personagens são psicóticos e corrompidos, e se você se deixa influenciar por eles, o problema está na sua cabeça.

A paranoia e a realidade luxuosa, "privilegiada", crua e imprevisível é muito bem retratada aqui. Isso nos deixa nervosos, pois sabemos que qualquer coisa pode acontecer, e a ciência do protagonista não melhora muito as coisas, afinal ele não está no controle.

Foi muito interessante ver a atuação explosiva e psicótica do Joe Pesci após assisti-lo em "O Irlandês", onde ele ocupa um papel bem diferente na mafia. Posso dizer o mesmo de Robert De Niro, que nesse filme da vida a uma pessoa mais temperamental, se comparada ao seu pape no filme aqui já mencionado. Lorraine Bracco estava excelente, e me fez sentir raiva da personagem dela as vezes, de tão bem que ela interpretava nos momentos de puro delírio.

Goodfellas é um filme essencial para quem é fan do gênero e se considera um cinéfilo. Além do enredo, o casting é lendário e a direção do Scorsese sempre é uma maravilha de se apreciar.… Expand

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jjarockiMar 24, 2020

Goodfellas is an amazing film, pitch perfect in every detail. Scorsese tells the rise and fall of Henry Hill with the ease of talent and panache that only years in the industry can bring. This film feels like a real look at the world of theseGoodfellas is an amazing film, pitch perfect in every detail. Scorsese tells the rise and fall of Henry Hill with the ease of talent and panache that only years in the industry can bring. This film feels like a real look at the world of these men, with each of our main characters fully fleshed out to the point where we understand them all perfectfully. Helped along by Thelma Schoonmaker working at her best, there isn't a frame that feels out of place.… Expand

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Steven1981Mar 19, 2020

Goodfellas is the ultimate mob/gangster/crime film from 1990 and directed by Martin Scorsese. The director named Scorsese has gone on to make many movies including Casino which may follow on from Goodfellas but that may be highlyGoodfellas is the ultimate mob/gangster/crime film from 1990 and directed by Martin Scorsese. The director named Scorsese has gone on to make many movies including Casino which may follow on from Goodfellas but that may be highly controversial and I may be wrong. Casino has some of the same actors like De Niro and Pesci and the same director so it's similar to Goodfellas and so how it was made too. ..... The main actor in Goodfellas is a guy named quite politely Henry Hill played by Ray Liotta, other characters are Jimmy Conway played by Robert De Niro and whatever Pesci's character was called, Tommy I think. The film revolves mainly around violence and family issues aswell as a few gangster scenes, a scene where an old friend insults Tommy (Joe Pesci) at a bar, says sorry and Tommy comes back later and with his friend Jimmy Conway (De Niro) beats the **** out of him on the floor after he insulted Tommy to the point where he's a bloody mess then dump him in the boot of a car then later stab him is genuinely one of the best scenes in this movie. There are many well made violent scenes but there's a few problems with Goodfellas and one is Lorraine Bracco who plays Henry Hill's wife because all she does is moan, cry, whinge, shout, yell and be absolutely annoying and you just want to knock her out. The other problem is that Goodfellas centres too much around family involvement and family issues which makes the film more boring than is necessary for a 18 rated violent movie, some of the characters are silly and even unlikeable. I thought drug use in the movie was a good idea but being mainly centred around family and family issues weakened it for me and having kids and babies star in an adult, graphic violent movie shot the director in the leg on this masterpiece. It just didn't work and Lorraine Bracco is unlikeable as Henry Hill's wife and even Henry Hill (Ray Liotta) is a bit dull or over the top at times. Joe Pesci was excellent in Goodfellas, Robert De Niro could of been much better but the violent scenes were good with plenty of blood. However mostly I found Goodfellas to be boring, bit too long with annoying Lorraine Bracco in it which is just absolute torture to sit through and experience and that annoying kid at the beginning of the movie who played a young Henry Hill putting petrol or gasoline over cars and setting them alight so all the cars explode into a ball of fire then running away was totally unnecessary. Mostly a bland, dull, boring movie with some annoying characters, some good characters, some horrible songs played throughout the film, some good violent scenes but nothing special and a bit gloomy.... Could of been much better a film.… Expand

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YesterJan 25, 2020

So ... Scorsese is a mobster, right? There is no way he can come up with a movie like that without being in the know. It's brilliant.

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TheEventsOf1989Jan 12, 2020

Movies that have an authentic era-defined style such as this one hardly go unnoticed. "Goodfellas" has some of the most iconic scenes in cinema, and the writing holds up. The dialogue in this film is perhaps the best part, each beat of eachMovies that have an authentic era-defined style such as this one hardly go unnoticed. "Goodfellas" has some of the most iconic scenes in cinema, and the writing holds up. The dialogue in this film is perhaps the best part, each beat of each scene is expertly crafted, and while some story elements aren't always as refined, the visuals are fairly creditable.… Expand

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alejandro970Nov 16, 2019

One of top of the mountain gangster movies. Once more, the chemistry between De Niro and Scorsese work as good as it gets for narrate the rise and fallout of Henry Hill, a son of immigrants who found in crime the fast track to success;One of top of the mountain gangster movies. Once more, the chemistry between De Niro and Scorsese work as good as it gets for narrate the rise and fallout of Henry Hill, a son of immigrants who found in crime the fast track to success; without the moral crime doesn't pay. The dark humor is omnipresent, with a tasty soundtrack. One of ignored by mean Uncle Oscar (Dance with wolves, my socks!)
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ocd6766Oct 20, 2019

I've watched this film several times now and each time I've grown to dislike it more and more. There are no life lessons to be learned from this movie, viewing this film will not enrich the spirit, rather it will leave a dark stain on your soul.

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DiptanshuOct 9, 2019

even though its a gangster movie feels relaxing!scorsese is brilliant made this awesome,Ending is good,movies pace and screenplay is smooth,Joe pesci with one liners stoled the laughs too,awesome and natural acting by all!

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JPKJul 4, 2019

Excellent
Goodfellas is yet another terrific gangster movie with a classic feel to it.

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Boonie2000Jun 10, 2019

The movie is great. Characters are great High quality movie about gangsters that is definitly a must see

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TyranianApr 13, 2019

This is Scorsese at his best, great acting and smart filmmaking, pure entertainment.

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timoneMar 5, 2019

Martin Scorsese was at his best when he made GoodFellas. It received five Oscar nominations and a winner for Best Supporting Actor for Joe Pesci. It's speechless for how great this movie was and it still is. GoodFellas is a fantastic crimeMartin Scorsese was at his best when he made GoodFellas. It received five Oscar nominations and a winner for Best Supporting Actor for Joe Pesci. It's speechless for how great this movie was and it still is. GoodFellas is a fantastic crime drama and it's impeccably done throughout. The story is based on a true story ad it's taken place from 1955 to 1980. It tells a story about Henry Hill played by Ray Liotta narrating about his life as a gangster. Lorraine Bracco sometimes narrates as Karen Hill, aside from that, Ray Liotta does all the narrating. It's in the book. It's in the non-fiction book by Nicholas Pileggi called Wiseguy. Of course, everyone knows the scene where Henry tells Tommy that he is funny cause the way he tells stories and Tommy says "What do you mean I'm funny?" "Funny how, I mean funny like I'm a clown, I amuse you?" This is a famous scene for Joe Pesci as his acting is incredible. As far as this film goes, this is a perfect film for everyone who is a huge fan of Martin Scorsese. It has a great story that is so true, fantastic Oscar winning acting by everyone who played great characters and best direction from Martin Scorsese. It's everyone's favourite film of all time and considered one of the greatest films of all time. Never rat on your friends, and always keep your mouth shut.… Expand

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BluewisneJan 20, 2019

You should watch this movie actually you must watch it but most of the people say that it hasn't a good fınal .never mınd that it is based on a real story and the movie really effects your lıfe .
my rating is 9.2 for this movie.

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jonslowDec 11, 2018

Imported rating from tomato rotten site but I lost my review as Thai language became unreadable text. Some of the movies I totally forgot the story. This is why I comment this. I need to comment this because it won't record my watched-list ifImported rating from tomato rotten site but I lost my review as Thai language became unreadable text. Some of the movies I totally forgot the story. This is why I comment this. I need to comment this because it won't record my watched-list if I just rate.… Expand

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OnaskNov 8, 2018

Scorsese nos ofrece un clásico del cine de gángsters y gracias a un trío protagonista excepcional y secundarios como la mujer de Henry o Paul Cicero hacen brillar a la cinta. Muy muy bien dirigida con un guión impecable, Goodfellas (Uno deScorsese nos ofrece un clásico del cine de gángsters y gracias a un trío protagonista excepcional y secundarios como la mujer de Henry o Paul Cicero hacen brillar a la cinta. Muy muy bien dirigida con un guión impecable, Goodfellas (Uno de los Nuestros) es a día de hoy una película que hay que ver obligadamente.

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TheGoodfellaOct 20, 2018

All the performances are incredible, and Martin Scorsese's direction is perfect. It might seem a little too over-the-top at times, but other than that, Goodfellas is one of the best mafia films of all time. It sure does leave a permanent markAll the performances are incredible, and Martin Scorsese's direction is perfect. It might seem a little too over-the-top at times, but other than that, Goodfellas is one of the best mafia films of all time. It sure does leave a permanent mark of itself in your brain.… Expand

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MartyMcFlyOct 2, 2018

My score 100
Metascore / User score 89 / 89
Tomatometer / Audience score 96 / 97
IMDB 87
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AndremaxSep 6, 2018

Gangster movies is an old and known formula to making movies. But in Goodfellas it works. Oh... and how it works.

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Cristofer21Aug 1, 2018

This movie is absolutelly brilliant, this is the best movie of Martin Scorsese.
Is funny, is scary is depressing and is a classic.

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FilipeNetoFeb 24, 2018

This movie revolves around Henry Hill, an American gangster, and the route he did within the restricted circles of organized crime. Directed by Martin Scorsese, it has a Nicholas Pileggi script and a cast headed by Robert De Niro, Ray LiottaThis movie revolves around Henry Hill, an American gangster, and the route he did within the restricted circles of organized crime. Directed by Martin Scorsese, it has a Nicholas Pileggi script and a cast headed by Robert De Niro, Ray Liotta and Joe Pesci. The film was nominated for six Oscars, winning only one of them (Best Supporting Actor).

This is a cult film for lovers of gangster movies. Based on real events, the film shows us a lot about the inner world of the Mafia and can transport the audience into the world of organized crime with great ease. It has an excellent script, which focuses its attention on the brutality of the men, and the superficiality of appearance of lives that crime allowed them to bear. All the actors were at the highest level but Joe Pesci exceeded expectations giving his character the soul of a true psychopath, with very strong action scenes. In fact, all the action scenes in this movie are intense, but they are even better for never losing realism and do not seem too far-fetched. De Niro achieved in this film, one of the most careful and well-achieved interpretations of his entire career to date. Much of the film's success is due to the painstaking efforts of Scorcese, a committed director who likes to make exceptionally good films. The photography is excellent, quite dark at times, which helps to capture the most tense moments of the film. All visual effects and sound were made carefully and look good on the screen.… Expand

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merijnjFeb 21, 2018

(97/100)
Stop busting my balls! Goodfellas is a must watch ganster movie that's funny, entertaining and engaging.

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daviddelnorte23Jan 18, 2018

Me parece una fantástica película aunque no es de mis preferidas, ni por supuesto, la mejor de Scorsese ni la mejor de gánsters. Se me hizo muy pesada por momentos y quitando al personaje de Joe Pesci, el resto me interesaron muy poquito. LoMe parece una fantástica película aunque no es de mis preferidas, ni por supuesto, la mejor de Scorsese ni la mejor de gánsters. Se me hizo muy pesada por momentos y quitando al personaje de Joe Pesci, el resto me interesaron muy poquito. Lo mejor de la película el plano secuencia, EXCELENTE.… Expand

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sharathegde1995Dec 23, 2017

If every Gangster film would have been like this Scorsese classic, it would have been so much fun.
Quite an evocative and thought-provoking Gangster flick.

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powercat7Oct 27, 2017

Goodfellas is a pure masterpiece. There is no other movie like it, when it comes to gangster flicks. There is never a dull moment, and it keeps you on the edge of your seat the entire length of the film. Goodfellas is Scorsese, De Niro,Goodfellas is a pure masterpiece. There is no other movie like it, when it comes to gangster flicks. There is never a dull moment, and it keeps you on the edge of your seat the entire length of the film. Goodfellas is Scorsese, De Niro, Pesci, and Liotta at their finest. This is a must see for any fans of gangster movies, or just movies in general.… Expand

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BroyaxApr 13, 2017

Cette épopée mafieuse est le meilleur film de Scorsese, maîtrisée du début à la fin : une oeuvre magistrale. Pas de temps mort contrairement à Casino et pas d'actrice en retrait (Sharon Stone dans Casino en fait des tonnes et n'est jamais auCette épopée mafieuse est le meilleur film de Scorsese, maîtrisée du début à la fin : une oeuvre magistrale. Pas de temps mort contrairement à Casino et pas d'actrice en retrait (Sharon Stone dans Casino en fait des tonnes et n'est jamais au niveau). Au contraire, Ray Liotta encore loin de la notoriété démontre déjà son talent alors que Joe Pesci que l'on a l'habitude de voir dans les bouffonneries style Arme Fatale incarne ici un gangster dangereux, violent et... con ! ses excès (!) incontrôlés et incontrôlables restent toujours hilarants !

De Niro complète le tableau : comme un poisson dans l'eau, il n'a jamais été aussi brillant (sauf dans Mad Dog & Glory). Sorcese choisit avec soin les musiques qui accompagnent son épopée et la met en scène avec une efficacité et une élégance peu communes : les voix off et les dialogues en font un film culte, ni plus, ni moins.… Expand

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MeritCobaApr 21, 2016

No doubt Goodfellas is a film with good actors, some of which play characters which seems to be written for them. There is Joe Pesci for example, who plays a most hateful gangster. He is the kind of man that pumps another man full of leadNo doubt Goodfellas is a film with good actors, some of which play characters which seems to be written for them. There is Joe Pesci for example, who plays a most hateful gangster. He is the kind of man that pumps another man full of lead because it is funny to see him twitch. A sociopath you want to be far away from you as he can be. Preferable in hell or something where he and his kind belongs.

Goodfellas oozes crime, deceit and violence. The main guy is played by Ray Liotta whom I find hard to like because he looks at you with a creepy stare. There is Robert de Niro, who plays Robert de Niro very well, and makes me feel uneasy by the slick manner that lays as a thin veneer over his violent nature. Non of the characters actually endear: they are nasty people who cause grief and this makes the movie so hard to like.

The key to the world of mobsters is that there is no save ground. You are in constant fear for your live or from the law. It is a eat or be eaten world. In the end it is the choice that Liotta faces: deliver yourself to the one or the other. One means death, the other means prison, another kind of death. Liotta gets away, but he doesn't seem to be happy with it. Yeah, it sucks to be a nobody. That his wife divorces him after 25 years of marriage might say something or nothing at all. She was as wacky as he was.

The events make for a good movie with a good story perhaps, but also a very unlikable movie which I wouldn't have watched if I had known. Perhaps this is a kind of revision of the Godfather that actually makes some of these criminals to likable. Perhaps Scorsese wanted to correct this by making a gangster movie with lurid abject people you can't really connect with. If that was the purpose he succeeded very well indeed.… Expand

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MovieMasterEdMar 22, 2016

Almost every filmmaker in the history of cinema would be thrilled by the knowledge that a feature of his (or hers) is considered an undisputed classic - a benchmark by which other, similarly themed movies are judged. Director Martin Scorsese,Almost every filmmaker in the history of cinema would be thrilled by the knowledge that a feature of his (or hers) is considered an undisputed classic - a benchmark by which other, similarly themed movies are judged. Director Martin Scorsese, considered by many to be the finest American film craftsman working today, can claim a unique distinction - he has been responsible for a classic during each of the last three decades of the 20th century. In the '70s, it was Taxi Driver. In the '80s, it was Raging Bull. And in the '90s, it was Goodfellas (the most lauded, at least in terms of official awards and nominations, of the director's features). No one else, not even greats like Ingmar Bergman, Stanley Kubrick, and Eric Rohmer, can make a similar claim. With patience, care, and strict attention to detail, Scorsese has staked out an impregnable position in the history of motion pictures.

It is not a coincidence that Scorsese's three masterpieces all star Robert De Niro. These two men, who have worked together eight times, bring out the best in each other. Even their "lesser" collaborations, such as Casino and The King of Comedy, possess an energy and intensity that shows how well they understand one another. Scorsese is at his best when directing De Niro, and De Niro is at his best when being directed by Scorsese. The pair has become inextricably linked in the public consciousness because of Taxi Driver, Raging Bull, and Goodfellas.

There are essentially two kinds of Mafia movies: those that romanticize the life and those that depict it with gut-wrenching clarity. The best known and most accomplished of these films, The Godfather, stakes out its territory firmly in the first area, leaving Goodfellas to stand atop the other. Both pictures have fully realized, three dimensional characters and strong atmospheres, but Francis Ford Coppola's effort embraces the mythos of the gangster, while Scorsese's exploration is more pragmatic. Violence is a key component of each, but it is a more brutal companion in Goodfellas than in The Godfather. Clearly, the different approaches adopted by the directors result in films that, while populating the same genre, are dissimilar in temperament and tone.

Goodfellas is, as we learn at the very beginning, based (however loosely) on a true story. Developing the screenplay's skeleton from the events related in the novel Wiseguy by Nicholas Pileggi (who also co-wrote the script), Scorsese has used the facts from an infamous '80s case involving an important mob informant to develop a rich and multi-layered study of three characters and the culture that shaped their lives. It's a fascinating exploration of a lifestyle that has beguiled Americans for most of this century, whether in movies, in novels, or on television.

oodfellas is as compelling and absorbing as any crime drama I have ever seen. The script shows all the facets of these characters; they are all fully developed individuals capable of great good and great evil. The moral ambiguity of their lifestyle is treated with a shrug. Goodfellas is not about Mafia dons, but about those who exist on a lower level. It's about the bonds that are formed between compatriots in crime, and how betrayal is the most heinous offense imaginable. The mob is a fraternity - an all-boys club where everyone looks after each other.

The story, which spans a quarter of a century, has an epic feel despite its intimate perspective. The first forty minutes, which detail Henry's childhood and his acceptance into mob life, is presented almost as a fairy tale, using the same kind of romanticized approach embraced by The Godfather. The purpose of this segment is to forge a bond between the audience and the main character while he is still relatively innocent. Henry does not grow up to be a nice man, but, because of the way Scorsese has structured the early portions of the film, we remain sympathetic to him throughout.

For character-based dramas such as Goodfellas to rise above the level of a well-crafted melodrama, strong acting is a necessity, and this movie contains several unforgettable lead performances plus solid support by those in lesser roles. The most flamboyant portrayal is turned in by Joe Pesci as the often out-of-control Tommy. Pesci won an Academy Award for his work here, crafting a character that can be charming at times and unexpectedly violent at others. (Pesci virtually replicated this part for Scorsese's Casino.) The brilliance in the performance is how easily and rapidly Tommy shifts from one mode to the other. A single minor thing - an action, a word, etc. - can set him off. Pesci makes the sudden transition seem credible rather than jarring.

Taken individually, each represents an amazing motion picture accomplishment, with Goodfellas standing alongside The Godfather as one of the two greatest mob stories told on film.… Expand

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PachekoviskMar 16, 2016

EXCELLENT
One of the best mafia movies and one of Martin Scorsese's Best.
I like how this film is not just about mafia, it's also about how your personal life interferes with your life into mafia and vise versa.
A truly work of a master.

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CinemassacreMar 13, 2016

Almost every filmmaker in the history of cinema would be thrilled by the knowledge that a feature of his (or hers) is considered an undisputed classic - a benchmark by which other, similarly themed movies are judged. Director Martin Scorsese,Almost every filmmaker in the history of cinema would be thrilled by the knowledge that a feature of his (or hers) is considered an undisputed classic - a benchmark by which other, similarly themed movies are judged. Director Martin Scorsese, considered by many to be the finest American film craftsman working today, can claim a unique distinction - he has been responsible for a classic during each of the last three decades of the 20th century. In the '70s, it was Taxi Driver. In the '80s, it was Raging Bull. And in the '90s, it was Goodfellas (the most lauded, at least in terms of official awards and nominations, of the director's features). No one else, not even greats like Ingmar Bergman, Stanley Kubrick, and Eric Rohmer, can make a similar claim. With patience, care, and strict attention to detail, Scorsese has staked out an impregnable position in the history of motion pictures.

It is not a coincidence that Scorsese's three masterpieces all star Robert De Niro. These two men, who have worked together eight times, bring out the best in each other. Even their "lesser" collaborations, such as Casino and The King of Comedy, possess an energy and intensity that shows how well they understand one another. Scorsese is at his best when directing De Niro, and De Niro is at his best when being directed by Scorsese. The pair has become inextricably linked in the public consciousness because of Taxi Driver, Raging Bull, and Goodfellas.

There are essentially two kinds of Mafia movies: those that romanticize the life and those that depict it with gut-wrenching clarity. The best known and most accomplished of these films, The Godfather, stakes out its territory firmly in the first area, leaving Goodfellas to stand atop the other. Both pictures have fully realized, three dimensional characters and strong atmospheres, but Francis Ford Coppola's effort embraces the mythos of the gangster, while Scorsese's exploration is more pragmatic. Violence is a key component of each, but it is a more brutal companion in Goodfellas than in The Godfather. Clearly, the different approaches adopted by the directors result in films that, while populating the same genre, are dissimilar in temperament and tone.

Goodfellas is, as we learn at the very beginning, based (however loosely) on a true story. Developing the screenplay's skeleton from the events related in the novel Wiseguy by Nicholas Pileggi (who also co-wrote the script), Scorsese has used the facts from an infamous '80s case involving an important mob informant to develop a rich and multi-layered study of three characters and the culture that shaped their lives. It's a fascinating exploration of a lifestyle that has beguiled Americans for most of this century, whether in movies, in novels, or on television.

Goodfellas is as compelling and absorbing as any crime drama I have ever seen. The script shows all the facets of these characters; they are all fully developed individuals capable of great good and great evil. The moral ambiguity of their lifestyle is treated with a shrug. Goodfellas is not about Mafia dons, but about those who exist on a lower level. It's about the bonds that are formed between compatriots in crime, and how betrayal is the most heinous offense imaginable. The mob is a fraternity - an all-boys club where everyone looks after each other.

The story, which spans a quarter of a century, has an epic feel despite its intimate perspective. The first forty minutes, which detail Henry's childhood and his acceptance into mob life, is presented almost as a fairy tale, using the same kind of romanticized approach embraced by The Godfather. The purpose of this segment is to forge a bond between the audience and the main character while he is still relatively innocent. Henry does not grow up to be a nice man, but, because of the way Scorsese has structured the early portions of the film, we remain sympathetic to him throughout.

Film critics will argue over which represents Scorsese at his best - Taxi Driver, Raging Bull, or Goodfellas. Each movie has its fierce advocates, but to single out one at the expense of the other two seems to be a pointless and counterproductive enterprise. Taxi Driver and Raging Bull are more focused on an individual than Goodfellas, which examines how a culture shapes values, life choices, and relationships. Taken together, these three offer insight into the themes and ideas that are closest to Scorsese's heart. Taken individually, each represents an amazing motion picture accomplishment, with Goodfellas standing alongside The Godfather as one of the two greatest mob stories told on film.… Expand

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EpicLadySpongeFeb 5, 2016

Goodfellas is a must-see for everyone who's a Goodfellas and related films fan. To include a bunch of characters in my review, I'll type all of this information in to reach to the 150 character limit.

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Trev29Jan 24, 2016

An indisputable classic. An epic tale of the mafia that is intense, funny, entertaining, and acted fantastically. The dialogue, the music, everything is just near perfect.

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CriviewerDec 26, 2015

Simply, an amazing film, a great glimpse in the life of an otherwise secluded society. The constant feeling that all this could be real, that's what makes it so great.

It's such a fine reflection of the mafia culture, the actors are fitSimply, an amazing film, a great glimpse in the life of an otherwise secluded society. The constant feeling that all this could be real, that's what makes it so great.

It's such a fine reflection of the mafia culture, the actors are fit perfectly their roles and the scenes are so natural. Surprise and urgency are the two main emotions which define the movie constantly. Although the main turning points are predictable (after all, that the mafia quietly takes that rattles everyone out), they are are still masterfully done. All is well acted with no signs of hesitation nor mercy. It's a clinical performance.

Also, the obsessive psychological inspection of the characters, the carefully developed plot and they way everything makes sense in the end are all the reasons for a straight 10. This is, hands down, straight 10.

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Compi24Dec 23, 2015

Gangster films don't get much better than this. Martin Scorsese's "Goodfellas" is a masterfully made love letter to crime, long form storytelling, and the more complicated elements of Italian-American history.

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SEROJDec 19, 2015

I haven't read "Wise guy" but i this movie is a must watch for every fan of criminal movies! The acting was absolutely fantastic, however we should remember that this movie is based on a true story, so we can't argue about the story! TheI haven't read "Wise guy" but i this movie is a must watch for every fan of criminal movies! The acting was absolutely fantastic, however we should remember that this movie is based on a true story, so we can't argue about the story! The highest 7/10 i can possibly give!… Expand

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phantomlordOct 16, 2015

Goodfellas has everything a mafia film should have and then some. Great casting, memorable scenes, humor, twists, violence and that obvious Scorsese feel. Easily one of the best.

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BeastincSep 19, 2015

Goodfellas is one of the best gangster movies of all time. Definitely my favorite gangster movie. Joe Pesci nails it. What a crazy Son of a B*****!. If you like gangster movies, then its a must see.

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Hemp316Sep 8, 2015

Goodfellas was and is one the best Mafia Movies of all time.Martin Scorsese did very realized and thorough depiction of life seen through the eyes of main character Henry Hill (played by Ray Liotta) through the 1950's to 1980's. It doesn'tGoodfellas was and is one the best Mafia Movies of all time.Martin Scorsese did very realized and thorough depiction of life seen through the eyes of main character Henry Hill (played by Ray Liotta) through the 1950's to 1980's. It doesn't matter what part of the Country you are from,because you will live and see as Henry saw events.The supporting cast that in Robert Di Niro and Joe Pesci are at the top of their craft as far as acting is concerned.As A matter of fact everyone on the Movie acted superbly and without fault whatsoever.It's A absolute classic and although it is not A literal interpretation of Henry Hill's actual life the key moments are still there and it still stands the test of time as one of the best Movies ever made and I will continue to watch it from beginning to end every single time I have the opportunity to watch it.… Expand

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EOB900Aug 25, 2015

The best Martin Scorsese Film Ever He knows how to direct his films
I remember watching this and I was so impressed by how well this is done Pesci De Niro are fantastic

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RubenhJul 10, 2015

Utterly brilliant. A timeless, flawless masterpiece documenting the rise and fall within an organized crime family. Better than The Godfather. Pesci's performance in this movie is unequaled and mesmerizing. Must watch!

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moslegend34Jun 18, 2015

'Don't worry-don't worry!'
A very entertaining and dramatic film. While I feel as though it dragged on a bit, the ending burst into life. Not quite at the level of 'The Usual Suspect' or 'LA Confidential' but a gritty Scorsese mob dash.'Don't worry-don't worry!'
A very entertaining and dramatic film. While I feel as though it dragged on a bit, the ending burst into life. Not quite at the level of 'The Usual Suspect' or 'LA Confidential' but a gritty Scorsese mob dash. Great dialogue, top accents and no shortage of depth into an intriguing period of American history.
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CinemaSinsMay 9, 2015

Almost every filmmaker in the history of cinema would be thrilled by the knowledge that a feature of his (or hers) is considered an undisputed classic - a benchmark by which other, similarly themed movies are judged. Director Martin Scorsese,Almost every filmmaker in the history of cinema would be thrilled by the knowledge that a feature of his (or hers) is considered an undisputed classic - a benchmark by which other, similarly themed movies are judged. Director Martin Scorsese, considered by many to be the finest American film craftsman working today, can claim a unique distinction - he has been responsible for a classic during each of the last three decades of the 20th century. In the '70s, it was Taxi Driver. In the '80s, it was Raging Bull. And in the '90s, it was Goodfellas (the most lauded, at least in terms of official awards and nominations, of the director's features). No one else, not even greats like Ingmar Bergman, Stanley Kubrick, and Eric Rohmer, can make a similar claim. With patience, care, and strict attention to detail, Scorsese has staked out an impregnable position in the history of motion pictures.

It is not a coincidence that Scorsese's three masterpieces all star Robert De Niro. These two men, who have worked together eight times, bring out the best in each other. Even their "lesser" collaborations, such as Casino and The King of Comedy, possess an energy and intensity that shows how well they understand one another. Scorsese is at his best when directing De Niro, and De Niro is at his best when being directed by Scorsese. The pair has become inextricably linked in the public consciousness because of Taxi Driver, Raging Bull, and Goodfellas.

There are essentially two kinds of Mafia movies: those that romanticize the life and those that depict it with gut-wrenching clarity. The best known and most accomplished of these films, The Godfather, stakes out its territory firmly in the first area, leaving Goodfellas to stand atop the other. Both pictures have fully realized, three dimensional characters and strong atmospheres, but Francis Ford Coppola's effort embraces the mythos of the gangster, while Scorsese's exploration is more pragmatic. Violence is a key component of each, but it is a more brutal companion in Goodfellas than in The Godfather. Clearly, the different approaches adopted by the directors result in films that, while populating the same genre, are dissimilar in temperament and tone.

Goodfellas is, as we learn at the very beginning, based (however loosely) on a true story. Developing the screenplay's skeleton from the events related in the novel Wiseguy by Nicholas Pileggi (who also co-wrote the script), Scorsese has used the facts from an infamous '80s case involving an important mob informant to develop a rich and multi-layered study of three characters and the culture that shaped their lives. It's a fascinating exploration of a lifestyle that has beguiled Americans for most of this century, whether in movies, in novels, or on television.

Goodfellas is as compelling and absorbing as any crime drama I have ever seen. The script shows all the facets of these characters; they are all fully developed individuals capable of great good and great evil. The moral ambiguity of their lifestyle is treated with a shrug. Goodfellas is not about Mafia dons, but about those who exist on a lower level. It's about the bonds that are formed between compatriots in crime, and how betrayal is the most heinous offense imaginable. The mob is a fraternity - an all-boys club where everyone looks after each other.

The story, which spans a quarter of a century, has an epic feel despite its intimate perspective. The first forty minutes, which detail Henry's childhood and his acceptance into mob life, is presented almost as a fairy tale, using the same kind of romanticized approach embraced by The Godfather. The purpose of this segment is to forge a bond between the audience and the main character while he is still relatively innocent. Henry does not grow up to be a nice man, but, because of the way Scorsese has structured the early portions of the film, we remain sympathetic to him throughout.

Over the years, few directors have exhibited Scorsese's ability when it comes to using pop music to set a scene or cement the atmosphere. On many occasions, the appropriation of period songs seems like a transparent attempt to sell the movie's soundtrack album. But, in Goodfellas, Scorsese's selection of "Then He Kissed Me", "Ain't That a Kick in the Head", "Gimme Shelter", "Monkey Man", "The Magic Bus", "What Is Life", and dozens of others proves to be invaluable. The songs mesh perfectly with the visuals, successfully taking the place of a strong score.

Film critics will argue over which represents Scorsese at his best - Taxi Driver, Raging Bull, or Goodfellas. Each movie has its fierce advocates, but to single out one at the expense of the other two seems to be a pointless and counterproductive enterprise. Taxi Driver and Raging Bull are more focused on an individual than Goodfellas, which examines how a culture shapes values, life choices, and relationships.… Expand

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mmeese1Apr 22, 2015

What a classic. The quintessential MOB movie. Interesting because none of the main characters are actually in the MOB. This film stands on a pillar to all influenced by films of this genre. From directors to actors, curious onlookers toWhat a classic. The quintessential MOB movie. Interesting because none of the main characters are actually in the MOB. This film stands on a pillar to all influenced by films of this genre. From directors to actors, curious onlookers to actual gangsters, this film is more a documentary than a mere movie. Celebrating its 25th anniversary it still is as influential as it became the summer of 1990. Hailed by notorious film critics Siskel and Ebert as "the greatest MOB mover ever". The two critics often disagreed but when it came to "Goodfellas" they shared a rare collaboration of positive notions as to the direction of the ever influential Martin Scorsese as well as great performances by Ray Liotta, Robert Deniro, and Joe Pesci whom took home a gold statue as best supporting actor.
I recently read an article that caught my eye about the making of Goodfellas. It is in the most recent May 2015 issue of Playboy magazine. It tells of the numerous walkouts at the preview screening. Irwin Winkler, the films high powered producer says in an interview " People started running out of that theater like the place was on fire," "we had 38 walkouts alone after the scene where Joe Pesci's character Tommy DeVito, knifes the body of Billy Batts in the trunk of a car. And that was just the beginning of the movie." "The screening didn't go badly it was disastrous." Funny that this was the reaction the night of screening. I wonder what the people who walked out that night think of this movie now? Obviously it was a different time but nonetheless this movie is now immortal. Fun fact to prove this point, Goodfellas holds a place in the Library of Congress's National Film Registry. If you are unaware the film registry is a prestigious list of culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant films. Even the much more modern MOB portrayal HBO hit "The Sopranos" owes its creative roots to Goodfellas. The shows creator David Chase has acknowledged his debt to the film, saying, "Goodfellas is the Koran for me".
Personally, this film moves me a great deal. Having grown up watching it, I still find it interesting. I have literally watched the film hundreds of times yet find new chuckles every time I watch it. I find particular joy in the event I am able to share this all time great with an unfamiliar audience. It is a violent movie yes, but also an unfolding drama and love story of epic proportions. Depicting the rise and fall of an Irish-Italian American street thug whom eventually becomes a real life Mafia insider. Every time I pop it in my VHS player I smile. Yes VHS, it gives it even greater charm I assure you. In conclusion this movie is not to be missed and worth re-watching year after year.esumptuous to say it will remain MOB film for decdes to come. It is always funny to me that people assume the MOB is a thing of the past. I suppose you just don't hear much about it anymore. I always joke to people they didn't disappear, they just went to Congress! HA! With that being said I will leave you with the infamous first line of narration: "As far back as I can remember, I always wanted to be a gangster."… Expand

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fracko333Apr 4, 2015

"For as long as I can remember I always wanted to be a gangster. To me that was better than being president of the United States." The opening lines of Goodfellas couldn't have set up what was to follow any better. This is without a doubt"For as long as I can remember I always wanted to be a gangster. To me that was better than being president of the United States." The opening lines of Goodfellas couldn't have set up what was to follow any better. This is without a doubt "The Godfather" of gangster films.… Expand

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Cinefile95Mar 30, 2015

A masterpiece of Cinema, Scorsese's crime classic Goodfellas is an example of filmmaking at its finest. Filled with 4 terrific performances, a great soundtrack and classic moments such as the fantastic opening sequence. Goodfellas is one ofA masterpiece of Cinema, Scorsese's crime classic Goodfellas is an example of filmmaking at its finest. Filled with 4 terrific performances, a great soundtrack and classic moments such as the fantastic opening sequence. Goodfellas is one of the finest gangster films in cinematic history. An all time classic crime film from beginning to end.… Expand

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LelchelseaJan 31, 2015

It even Challenges the Godfather if not triumphs over it as one of Scorsese's greatest Achievements. It is truly one of the greatest films to ever hit the screens.

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mrrogerzDec 12, 2014

Not the best gangster film. The greatest movie of all time. Period.

24 years later and nothing has come close since, if The Irishman is half as good it will be phenomenal.

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MarickNov 26, 2014

Now that the film simply too good. I did not expect to like so much. Honestly till the end I never realized it was based on reality. Movie masterpiece.

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GladismoxyOct 7, 2014

Such an immersive experience thanks to the wonderful soundtrack... The commentating on their lives really works, except with Karen, but aside from that, I have no problem whatsoever with this movie. Worth watching even if only for theSuch an immersive experience thanks to the wonderful soundtrack... The commentating on their lives really works, except with Karen, but aside from that, I have no problem whatsoever with this movie. Worth watching even if only for the soundtrack from the age of many peoples favorite musical era. Definitely worth spending money for it, one of the greatest gangster movies made. Made me look up at Scorsese as a great director. Must see.… Expand

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jools123Aug 6, 2014

This amazing gangster tail is jam-packed with action, f-bombs, and quality film making. With Martin Scorsese at his best, this film tops "mean streets", and "hugo" by far. Great acting, great writing, great movie.

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ReubenIsAGodJul 4, 2014

I believe that Martian Scorsese is my favorite director, not once have i had to sit down and watch a **** film from him. Good-fellas, based on a true story, is an absolute master-peace of a film that truly shines in about everything fromI believe that Martian Scorsese is my favorite director, not once have i had to sit down and watch a **** film from him. Good-fellas, based on a true story, is an absolute master-peace of a film that truly shines in about everything from cast, Plot and Characters, everything just flows so perfectly from beautiful shots to dark gritty and violent scenes to beautiful numbers filled with fine song and dance numbers. The film is **** fantastic and recommend all to sit down and watch… Expand

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McgillacuddyJun 16, 2014

On Wikipedia, this film is described as "the best film ever made" for a reason. An absolutely riveting and upstanding true story with a knockout cast make this film an absolute masterpiece. If you are an action, drama, horror... I don't careOn Wikipedia, this film is described as "the best film ever made" for a reason. An absolutely riveting and upstanding true story with a knockout cast make this film an absolute masterpiece. If you are an action, drama, horror... I don't care what kind of films you may like, you cannot live without seeing this.… Expand

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heeldavidMay 3, 2014

Goodfellas is undoubtedly one of greatest movies of the 1990s, This motion picture has very smart dialogue, great direction and superb performances by Joe Pesci, Robert De Niro, Ray Liotta and Lorraine Brasco and a good supporting cast.Goodfellas is undoubtedly one of greatest movies of the 1990s, This motion picture has very smart dialogue, great direction and superb performances by Joe Pesci, Robert De Niro, Ray Liotta and Lorraine Brasco and a good supporting cast. Goodfellas is the best movie of the 1990s… Expand

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Bob_LoblawApr 26, 2014

Martin Scorsese's last classic film (The Departed was borderline, and for me it was on the wrong side of that border) gives an incredibly realistic depiction of life in the mafia. Surpassed only by the first two Godfather films in terms ofMartin Scorsese's last classic film (The Departed was borderline, and for me it was on the wrong side of that border) gives an incredibly realistic depiction of life in the mafia. Surpassed only by the first two Godfather films in terms of crime films, but this is more re-watchable and more entertaining. Joe Pesci gives one of the greatest supporting performances of all time. Should have been the third oscar for Martin Scorsese (with Taxi Driver and Raging Bull). Yet another academy **** up… Expand

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roorApr 6, 2014

Absolutely brilliant piece of art. Joe Pesci gave his best performance ever and the Scorsese's genius made me hold my breath until the very end. This film is one beautiful masterpiece!

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joao1198pedroMar 27, 2014

This is one of the best martin scorsese movies ever made and absolutely one of the greatest mafia movies ever produced in the hole history, i like that movie a lot

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hipposeatfreeMar 3, 2014

One of my favorite movies of all time. Definetly my favorite gangster movie. If you haven't seen this film, you owe it to yourself to watch it. Its exciting, fun, exhilarating! Not to mention its based on a true story! Great movie, watch it.

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rory_sFeb 9, 2014

Whoa. This movie is incredible. Scorcese created a masterpiece. The acting, the story, the characters...wow. It shows off the grittiness of mob life, and how you work your way up the food chain. Its about lies. Its about violence. Its aWhoa. This movie is incredible. Scorcese created a masterpiece. The acting, the story, the characters...wow. It shows off the grittiness of mob life, and how you work your way up the food chain. Its about lies. Its about violence. Its a fantastic movie.… Expand

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carloswalnutsFeb 4, 2014

Una increible direccion, Una excelente trama que te atrapa en el primer minuto, grandes interpretaciones, Maravillosa banda sonora compuesta de grandes canciones de la epoca, y la forma de contar la historia en tres decadas diferentes, laUna increible direccion, Una excelente trama que te atrapa en el primer minuto, grandes interpretaciones, Maravillosa banda sonora compuesta de grandes canciones de la epoca, y la forma de contar la historia en tres decadas diferentes, la película perfecta sobre la mafia con el respeto de The Godfather 2.… Expand

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gmnzJan 31, 2014

A classic mafia movie that is very accurate according to a former mafia boss. For me this is one of De Niro's, Pesci's and Liotta's, respectively, their greatest performance I've watched.

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Blakehunter198Jan 20, 2014

One of the best movies of all time. As all ways Martin Scorsese does not disappoint. This is defiantly the best mob movie ever made. Just truly amazing.

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