Bringing Out the Dead

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Audience Member If you think about it, all, or almost all, Scorsese films are full of violence. However, "Bringing Out the Dead" is one of the few that isn't about the mafia, or even Italians, but, surprisingly, about paramedics working in an ambulance. I was expecting a heavy drama, but Scorsese made something between a black comedy and a kitsch thriller, which is generally unusual for him. The film's atmosphere and editing feel surprisingly modern and fresh. The acting is excellent, and there's a serious social subtext. And the film offers virtually no answers about what should be done about all the darkness that people themselves create. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 11/05/25 Full Review Gerald H This is not a good movie, Mister Scorsese. This film feels like Scorsese’s misfired attempt to craft one of his signature works, infused with the stylistic flourishes of rising talent Tarantino. Rated 1.5/5 Stars •  Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 09/14/25 Full Review thiago s Filme fraco, o roteiro é fraco, as cenas são fracas, a história é fraca, o elenco é fraco, e ninguém ajuda a melhorar o filme, os personagens são fracos, e o filme deveria ter cenas bem melhores e relevantes, para fazer o filme ser bom Rated 0.5/5 Stars •  Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 07/11/25 Full Review Oaklee D An underrated film in Martin Scorsese's back catalogue, well worth seeking out, it is a fun thriller if anything. Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 03/29/25 Full Review Dylan G Interesting movie to watch going into EMT training, haha! Definitely not representative of a typical day. Reading the Wikipedia page, interested to learn that Nicholas Cage singled it out as one of his best films, and that Martin Scorcese made it in part as a tribute to the role first responders had played in his life. It also quotes the editor as stating that the movie is about empathy, not car chases or anything dramatic -- which changes the effect of watching it, I'd say. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bringing_Out_the_Dead Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/23/25 Full Review Isa B This film is different in comparison to most of the other films in Martin Scorsese's illustrious career. I love when an artist shows versatility. Bringing Out the Dead isn't my personal favorite from Mr. Scorsese's filmography, but it is most definitely a good film. The story is brought to life quite nicely by a star-studded cast that collectively deliver entertaining performances throughout. The great direction and nice soundtrack make this a must-see for Martin Scorsese fans. I certainly recommend it. 84/100 Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 12/12/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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