Fort Apache, the Bronx
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Movie Reviews of Fort Apache, the Bronx
Movie Review: Slice-of-life, NYC style
Summary: 5 Stars
Set in the crime-ridden war zone of the South Bronx, Paul Newman is a cynical (but honest) cop on the beat. Ken Wahl is his young partner and Ed Asner the chief. The story is the craziness and ugliness of the city in general; specifically it's about Newman witnessing two other cops throw a kid off a roof during a riot and finally deciding, against the wishes of his fellow cops, to turn them in. The love interest has Newman falling for a nurse who's a junkie (she dies). Newman is in top form as is Wahl, and the setting couldn't be any more realistic. (For 1981; NYC has really cleaned up its act since then.) It's not an upbeat movie at all, but it's true and human from beginning to end. One thing that is annoying is Newman and Asner trying to talk in a tough Bronx accent - both sound plain funny at times and not at all natural. A good movie, and definitely worth a watch.Movie Review: For Me...It's A Classic.
Summary: 5 Stars
I remember watching F.A., The Bronx as a kid in the 80's. I love it then but didn't understand it. Yeah, I guess you could say it was too 'deep' for me. But I enjoyed watching it. Maybe Pam Grier had something to do with it. Regardless, as I grew older memories of it started to fade but I still remembered the title of the movie, which I love.
Anyway, I enjoy the fact I can see a youngish Paul Newman; I think he looks good. As I started watching the movie, then I wondered what ever happen to Ken Wahl; he was huge in the eary 80's (I believe).
Pam Grier is stink-nasty hot! Seeing her stoned out & dirty, for me, was a treat! I don't take movie rating to seriously - it's a movie, which means entertainment. I was entertained so I give it a "thumbs-up".
Movie Review: A Great Final Look
Summary: 5 Stars
This is one of Newman's best and last contemporary movies. Newman also distingushed himself in "making the world a better place" with his great charities and his "Newmans Own" brand of Salad Dressings etc.He was also one of the great method actors. Newman made some really good films INCLUDING Fort Apache the Bronx.
This 125 minute flick is a fast paced look at the life of the modern police officer in a depressing New York City neighborhood. Also features Ed Asner,Danny Aiello, and Pam Grier. This is a must view for any policeman, retired policeman, or former policeman. Show your loved ones how it really was! Yes it is a tough job!
Movie Review: BRUTALLY REAL
Summary: 5 Stars
THIS FORGOTTEN CLASSIC DELIVERS A NUMBER OF GUT PUNCHES.....MOST NOTABLY DANNY AIELLO PITCHING THE GUY OFF THE ROOF,RACHEL TICOTINS OVERDOSE AND THE PROSTITUTES MURDER AND DISPOSAL OF IN A ORIENTAL RUG[WE NEVER SEE WHAT HAPPENS TO THE BODY UNTIL THE END, BUT PAY ATTENTION, IT DOES TURN UP,AFTER ALL]. PAUL NEWMAN IS AT HIS BEST HERE,BUT SADLY THIS MOVIE IS SELDOMLY SEEN TODAY.THE BLASTED OUT NEIGHBORHOOD DEPICTED IS DESOLATE, AND THE POLICE STATION DOES APPEAR TO BE AN OASIS AGAINST SOME OF THE SENSELESS MADNESS WE SEE IN THIS GREAT,UNFORGETTABLE MOVIE......Movie Review: Obscure Classic
Summary: 5 Stars
This is a classic film that hardly anyone that I know have ever heard of. This is a shame since this is a movie that has hardly any of the cliches that clog up so many police dramas. Paul Newman stars as a cop who tries to enforce the law without engaging in violence against suspects. This sets him at odds with other officers including the new precinct captain played by Ed Asner. This is the heart of the movie and it leads to a surprising conclusion. A script, acting and directing job that adds up to on excellent movie.