Public Enemies

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James A @Droz27 20 hrs ago I'm shocked at these reviews, this is an all time great crime film and Johnny Depp's best role by far. The pacing is incredible, it's nonstop action from the opening scene and never lets up. The writing and acting are superb from Johnny to Christian Bale and all of the support. What else do you want from a gangster film? Realistic, gritty violence, an immersive period atmosphere, a captivating love story, and style that speaks for itself from the clothes to the cadence. The end is frustrating because he's so comfortable and makes such a foolish move taking two prostitutes to the movies when the heat is on from all sides, but that's how these invincible types are sometimes and what brings them down. Michael Mann does it again, this is up there with Thief and Heat as a legendary triumph. See more Matt J @RT95392035 Oct 17, 2026 I'll admit, it is slow in places. Not really a favorite for me, but definitely worth a watch. Especially if you're into the time period. The attention to detail for the time period, and the cast was spot on. A more serious role for Depp too, which was cool, because his MO is typically more flamboyant characters. See more Dennis P @RT70917926 Aug 27, 2026 It was really good! Very entertaining, great cast, lots of action. IMO , it’s high up there with great heist movies such as Heat, Point Break, and The Town. See more Allan G @RT10185174 Jul 29, 2026 From the shootout at the lodge to the movie within a movie montage, it's a near perfect work: The real lodge, the real jail, the real movie,,,and even a real Ford Trimotor. For the Hollywood public, it was pearls before swine. Regardless, thank-you to those who made it! See more Leprechaun K @LeprechaunKing Jul 16, 2026 This is basically Heat in the 30's. It is based on the true story of John Dillinger. The film is visually stunning and gun fight scenes are exceptional. Yet, it lacks emotional connection and Depp's performance is flat and unengaging. Opportunity wasted. See more Aidan S. @NoSplat Jun 24, 2026 It’s not perfect. Mann could have done just a bit better. But ‘Public Enemies’ is absolutely a very good movie. The acting, tone, pace, and subject matter all make it quite watchable, and perhaps moving. As someone who has a fair understanding of the world and those characters of that time, I was entertained, intrigued, and informed. For someone that isn’t familiar, I’m excited for their experience, and even hopeful it spawns curiosity to learn more about those days and its people. I rewatch ‘Public Enemies’ every couple years because it’s good enough to hit just right. See more Read all reviews

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