State of Grace

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State of Grace

R

1990

2h 14m

Crime

Drama

Action

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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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Critics Consensus

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

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Variety Staff

Variety

A handsomely produced, mostly riveting, but ultimately overlong and overindulgent gangster picture.

Mar 26, 2009

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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

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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

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Rene Jordan

El Nuevo Herald (Miami)

A brilliantly unbalanced gangster melodrama. [Full review in Spanish]

Dec 6, 2022

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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

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Eddie T

2 hours of terrible! Unlikeable characters, especially Oldman.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

09/17/24

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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

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Jelisije J

Such an underrated gangster classic.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

09/18/23

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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

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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

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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

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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

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