Goodfellas

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Goodfellas

R

Released Sep 19, 1990

2h 26m

Crime

Drama

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A young man grows up in the mob and works very hard to advance himself through the ranks. He enjoys his life of money and luxury, but is oblivious to the horror that he causes. A drug addiction and a few mistakes ultimately unravel his climb to the top. Based on the book "Wiseguy" by Nicholas Pileggi.

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Critics Consensus

Hard-hitting and stylish, GoodFellas is a gangster classic -- and arguably the high point of Martin Scorsese's career.

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David Denby

New York Magazine/Vulture

GoodFellas, written by Nicholas Pileggi and Martin Scorsese, and directed by Scorsese, is the greatest film ever made about the sensual and monetary lure of crime, and the whole perversely brilliant movie comes into focus in a single, staggering shot.

Oct 18, 2023

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Joe Pollack

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Like everything Scorsese makes, it is crisp and clean, with exciting cinematography and superior acting. Despite its length, it is fast-moving and gripping. I walked away emotionally drained from more than two hours of tension.

Oct 18, 2023

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Kathleen Murphy

Film Comment Magazine

We're taken in at our own risk, hooked on the film's speed, the power of its sights and sounds. Our nerve endings occasionally scream caveats... But we never doubt that a master at the top of his game is calling the shots.

Oct 18, 2023

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KT Mahe

For Your Reference Podcast

Succinct filmmaking, satisfying performances and memorable dialogue assures Goodfellas position as a classic in the genre and Hollywood.

Rated: 4.5/5

Feb 14, 2024

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Oti

For Your Reference Podcast

Goodfellas excels in detailing the protagonist's journey within the mob, with narration that enriches rather than detracts. Despite a slower final act, it remains gripping.

Rated: 4/5

Feb 14, 2024

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Brian Eggert

Deep Focus Review

Goodfellas captures the pulse of gangster life, not just to understand what motivates these people and how they compartmentalize their choices, but to supply the audience with a shock treatment of aversion.

Rated: 4/4

Jan 26, 2024

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Chasity chase

the movie is awesome loved it especially seeing it again in the theater.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/28/22

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FA S

CLASSIC That doesnt get old..

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/24/22

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Tom G

I think i need to re-watch. I did very much enjoy the film, but I was a little bit let down due to how much I had heard about it prior to doing so. I failed to connect with some of the characters, so I think a second viewing is absolutely required.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

11/04/24

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mark g

The greatest gangster movie ever. Anyone giving a negative review of this film is an absolute moron.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/04/24

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Kayso K

Incredible movie! It is so good, I just sit and watch whole movie without moving, many unexpected scenes in the movie made it more interesting. Absolute Cinema !

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/31/24

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Audience Member

The quintessential gangster flick. 3 outstanding performances from ray liotta, de Niro and Joe pesci along with one of the best screenplays ever eith witty, sharp dialogue and brilliant narration. The movie is funny, tense, dramatic, and informative all at once. A undoubted masterpiece

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/12/24

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James "Jimmy" Conway

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Henry Hill

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Synopsis

A young man grows up in the mob and works very hard to advance himself through the ranks. He enjoys his life of money and luxury, but is oblivious to the horror that he causes. A drug addiction and a few mistakes ultimately unravel his climb to the top. Based on the book "Wiseguy" by Nicholas Pileggi.

Director: Martin Scorsese
Producer: Irwin Winkler
Screenwriter: Nicholas Pileggi, Martin Scorsese
Distributor: Warner Bros. Pictures
Production Co: Warner Brothers
Rating: R
Genre: Crime, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Sep 19, 1990, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Aug 15, 2008
Box Office (Gross USA): $42.6M
Runtime: 2h 26m
Sound Mix: Surround, Dolby Digital, Dolby A, Dolby SR
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1)

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