Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair

Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair; 1st time viewing this format, elicits a different response. Original split worked as two clear tonal differences btwn films felt pronounced. Viewed as one, the climactic scene of Vol. 1 loses some juice, as the Bride still has more to avenge in the same film; A+
 

Thelma & Louise

Thelma & Louise; Every bit as enjoyable and pertinent today as it was 30 years ago. Leads are funny, strong, smart and have such great chemistry together. Supporting cast compliments the storytelling. Pacing is phenomenal, adding to the timelessness of this classic; A+

The Hateful Eight

The Hateful Eight; Why watching movies exists. What screenplays are all about. A new Tarantino film is an event. Masterful stage craft; A

Donnie Brasco

Directed by:  Mike Newell
Starring:  Johnny Depp, Al Pacino, Michael Madsen, Bruno Kirby, Anne Heche
Running Time:  2h 06min

A thespian lover's ideal pairing of one of today's greatest actors and tomorrow's best, as Pacino and Depp form an amazing relationship at the heart of what would be just another mob movie.  Now mob movies are generally interesting and the reason why they usually hold strong to their audience is the combination of a good script, interesting characters, excellent acting, talented direction, and the portrayal of a different set of morals and lifestyles.  This movie has all of that, as well as a constant presence of danger.  Depp plays the role spendidly, really intertwining his character's relationship with Pacino.  At first it seems forced, but as he grows in the movie you see that Depp purposely plays it that way.  There isn't room for all my praise.

Grade: A