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State of Grace

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Gone for a decade, Terry Noonan (Sean Penn) is welcomed back into the fold in his Irish-American neighborhood in New York City. A one-time street tough, Terry is now an undercover officer targeting crime boss Frankie Flannery (Ed Harris). In the name of duty, Terry rekindles his dormant friendship with Frankie's younger brother, Jackie (Gary Oldman). But as Terry gets closer to his goal, his feelings for the youngest Flannery, his old flame Kathleen (Robin Wright), complicate his mission.
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State of Grace brings an impressive ensemble cast to bear on its epic gangster saga, elevating a largely familiar story with outstanding performances.

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Sheila Benson Los Angeles Times Every indulgence, including a two hour and 14 minute running time, is on display. Rated: 2/5 Jan 3, 2012 Full Review Variety Staff Variety A handsomely produced, mostly riveting, but ultimately overlong and overindulgent gangster picture. Mar 26, 2009 Full Review Derek Adams Time Out A hugely impressive piece of work for a young director previously known for his documentary U2 Rattle and Hum. Feb 9, 2006 Full Review Matt Brunson Film Frenzy It's (mob) business as usual, elevated by forceful turns by all the principals, particularly Gary Oldman as a twitchy live wire who's fiercely loyal to friends and family. Rated: 3/4 Feb 9, 2023 Full Review Rene Jordan El Nuevo Herald (Miami) A brilliantly unbalanced gangster melodrama. [Full review in Spanish] Dec 6, 2022 Full Review Ross McIndoe The Skinny Joanou is no Scorsese but he successfully builds a satisfying crime flick around Oldman's electrifying performance. Rated: 4/5 Aug 19, 2015 Full Review Read all reviews

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Eddie T 2 hours of terrible! Unlikeable characters, especially Oldman. Rated 1 out of 5 stars 09/17/24 Full Review Horacio P One of the best gangster movie ever. Great cast, acting at their very best but is Gary Oldman the one who stole the movie. Best acting of his career. A must see. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/04/24 Full Review Jelisije J Such an underrated gangster classic. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 09/18/23 Full Review isa e Simply put one of the finest movies in the genre ever made. Oldman and Penn were amazing, 100% believable as best friends, Harris chewed scenery as well as anyone, great writing, great characters and acting , Superb! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/31/23 Full Review ANDREW P A forgotten movie that shouldn't be. With a great cast and filmed in "Hells Kitchen", the scenery brings it all together. Sean Penn and Gary Oldman are great along with Robin Wright, Ed Harris, John Turtorro and John C. Reilly they form an outstanding and believable ensemble. The plot is a bit played out but the acting and cinematography make it a must see crime film. Definitely worth watching! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ out of 5. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 07/22/23 Full Review Mauricio L Not that good. The thing is...it builds up untill it ends en 2 minutes. And nither was really good. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 07/20/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Gone for a decade, Terry Noonan (Sean Penn) is welcomed back into the fold in his Irish-American neighborhood in New York City. A one-time street tough, Terry is now an undercover officer targeting crime boss Frankie Flannery (Ed Harris). In the name of duty, Terry rekindles his dormant friendship with Frankie's younger brother, Jackie (Gary Oldman). But as Terry gets closer to his goal, his feelings for the youngest Flannery, his old flame Kathleen (Robin Wright), complicate his mission.
Director
Phil Joanou
Producer
Ned Dowd, Randy Ostrow, Ron Rotholz
Screenwriter
Dennis McIntyre
Production Co
Cinehaus, Rank Organisation, Orion Pictures
Rating
R
Genre
Crime, Drama, Action
Original Language
English
Box Office (Gross USA)
$1.9M
Runtime
2h 14m
Sound Mix
Surround