Bad Lieutenant
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Movie Reviews of Bad Lieutenant
Movie Review: Crackhead Cop
Summary: 4 Stars
The Bad Lieutenant is an interesting movie for the simple fact that Harvey Kietel's performance is one of his best.His is a character with no redeeming qualities whatsoever.If you wnat to see how many dispicable acts a Police officer can commit in the space of 90 minutes or so, this is the movie for you.
Other reviewers have knocked the Director for his style here so I will not disagree with that.To me that is of secondary interest to the inhuman meltdown that Keitel undergoes as he sinks deeper and deeper into the depths of his addictions and other sordid behaviors.It is the greatest implosion I've seen a character undergo in a movie.Just when you think he can get no lower he commits some other vile act(the scene when he pulls over 2 teenage girls for instance).He makes any other corrupt cops look like Elliot Ness in comparison.
Movie Review: Harvey Keitel is a Bad Lieutenant!
Summary: 4 Stars
A friend alerted me to this film. Since I once worked in the area where the movie was made, I was surprised I didn't catch the crew in action. Harvey Keitel does an extraordinary peformance in this film. This movie is not for children and some may find his character disgusting. I guess that's why he took this role. His character is a bad man, with many flaws but the movie also focuses on redemption. Despite the many bad things he does, there is always hope not only a bad lieutenant, but also, for all of us. Do watch this movie and try to keep an open mind. Harvey Keitel explores the dark side of his character very well.Movie Review: Tour-de-force
Summary: 4 Stars
Love him or hate him, Harvey Keitel will probably never put out a performance equal to his work in "Bad Lieutenant". It's probably my least favourite Abel Ferrara film, but the sheer weight and pathos Keitel puts into the role is nothing short of monstrous.It's a disturbing film to watch, but it's tantamount to watching a car wreck--you can't help but be transfixed. The film itself is average (a la "Scent Of A Woman"), and deserves no more than 3 stars, but his performance is worthy of 5 or more stars. It also stars familiar New York (and Ferrara) character actors Victor Argo and Paul Calderon.
Movie Review: Simply put... Keitel's Best
Summary: 4 Stars
I have seen a ton of Harvey Keitel movies and he is awesome in everyone but he stars in very few. Well he certainly stars in this one. This has to be his defining role. His performance was so great that i dont know how anyone couldnt enjoy this movie unless they simply are not a fan of his. The movie itself is pretty good too but Keitels performance is what makes this flick. I applaud the director for having balls and i applaud Harvey for showing them off. If your a fan of the shield or just enjoy gritty cop dramas then this is for you. If yoru easily offended then you might want to stear clear of this one.Movie Review: Harvey Keitel Does It Again - And Again!
Summary: 4 Stars
Harvey Keitel finally "shoots his talented wad" here and goes for broke. This movie is so real and surreal at the same time, I was agape most of the time. I won't spoil the scenes, but he is one 'bad' lieutenant here and gets away with it (sort of). It's a great storyline filled with hilariously uncomfortable scenes that put a new spin on Harvey and "Weird". I refuse to get into the details, as the storyline is great - along the lines of a Taratino film. Loved it!