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Summary: Wonderfully haunting
Review: "Taxi Driver" deals with a whole range of uncomfortable and undesirable topics which unfortunately hits too close to home in today's society. Infamous as the precursor (and in at least one case, the inspiration) for celebrity stalkings, attempted murders, and assassinations, the movie is nonetheless riveting, and with all due respect to "Mean Streets" and "The Godfather Part II," this is the first great DeNiro film. The translation to DVD is wonderful, with an interactive screenplay and a richly detailed "making-of" documentary. I would have loved a play-by-play commentary from Scorsese, Schrader and DeNiro, but the documentary covers most of the bases, so no big deal.
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Summary: Great movie in a great format...
Review: The widescreen transfer of the origional (minus the real reds in the final blood bath - now lost forever-see documentary) is magnificent. Nothing is lost, and the tech. buffs should be happy. The sound is stereo and crisp (what a sound track) and the 70 min. documentary is icing on the cake, its amazing how much improvisation there was in this movie.The movie, well its early Scorsese, and while not his best, still a real winner. Watch in particular for the camera movments, angles, and "daring" shots that the film crew were so amazed when shooting it under "Marty's" direction. Enjoy.
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Summary: Hollywood (In non-Hollywood style) at it's best
Review: If you are looking for a cookie cutter, feel good 'boy-meets-girl in the big city' type movie, look up 'On the Town'. 'Taxi Driver' is a dark, intense portrait of a man sliding over the edge in a city bigger and fouler than it's inhabitants. Our protagonist is both predisposed and gently pushed towards the inevitable climax but ironically, is not judged in the end. Rather than having a strong story, the movie presents itself in a 'day-in-the-life' format. Simply brilliant.
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Summary: Shocking!
Review: This was one of the most different movies I have ever seen. It is filled with some dark images. But I must note that Robert De Niro was fantastic. I never saw him better. This film is one of the best and most powerful ever made. Grade:A-
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Summary: One of the best
Review: This movie is a classic. The directing is brilliant and De Niro in the lead role is perfect. This movie shows how the madness in todays society can cause people to mad themselves. A frightning movie, with brilliant all round performances.
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Summary: Scorsese at his best
Review: This is Scorsese at his best. not only do we geta genuine look at New York City but we also get into the psyche of a strange and intricate man. DeNiro plays a somewhat psychotic taxi driver who is out to change the city. His life is very passive. He works all day, watches television, is unsuccesful with the ladies, and does not talk much. After seeing a hooker on a street, that he belives is being harmed, he proceeds to arm himself, get in shape and prepare for battle. He wants to be a someone in a city of nothings. The greatest thing about this movie is that it is a little ambigious on explaining DeNiro's motive. We feel like he is going crazy, yet it is all for a reason. He wants to save the girl. He kills a number of people and then becomes the hero. He is no longer passive. He has made a difference. Scorsese has some great images in this film. The final scene where he adjusts his mirror does not mean anything, yet it stands out as the most memorable moment in the whole movie. This film shows why Scorsese is regarded as one of the great autuers of today.
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Summary: A movie to watch when you feel alone and lost
Review: "Mean Streets" put Martin Scorsese on the map, but he carved a place for himself in the annals of film history with this disturbing tale of "God's lonely man." What's most disturbing about Travis Bickle is the way that we almost understand his actions in this film: he's so lonely and isolated that he's locked away from the rest of the world, letting his obsessions drive him to the boiling point. Scorsese's film style is remarkable and utterly hypnotic: there are scenes in this film I find my self watching over and over again, as the soft voices, silence, and tension lock my eyes to the screen and put me into a trance. The scene where Travis puts his weapons together, in particular, is so magnetic that it simply grabs you and will not let you go.
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Summary: Directing Genius
Review: I have to admit I didn't enjoy Taxi Driver when I first saw it. I thought it was slow, grainy, and dull at times. Like many of Kubrick's films though, it's a movie you really have to see twice in order to appreciate it. The screenplay is truly one of a kind and you'll never see such a character study ever. Travis Bickle will go down as one of the most dynamic characters in cinema. I believe this is Scorsese's finest piece of directing. Take a look at his subtle camera movements and you will really notice how a normal scene is enhanced by his slight touches. If you are not familiar with this film, let me tell you that it's a raw, gritty character study that takes place in the most hellish parts of New York. It's not your typical story and most people will find it disturbing or "weird." If you don't like these kinds of movies, don't buy this. However, if you love great dialogue, character studies, directing, and a fantastic music score, pick up Taxi Driver and watch it more than once. You'll discover the genius each time. Although it was made in the late 70's, it's still fresh and exciting.
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Summary: beautiful
Review: Taxi Driver is a classic with Robert De Niro. This is a must-see for De Niro, Scorsese, or just movie fans. This is what you call a fantasic movie.
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Summary: I DONT KNOW WHAT TO MAKE OF TAXI DRIVER BUT....I MUST SAY...
Review: The New York city shots are very arty and interesting to look at. The cinematography is very 70's which is a good thing as it captures the style of filmmaking of the time. I think Scorsese makes Bickel out to be the good guy to show how sometimes even the baddie can be turned into a goodie, hell just look at WWF! Anyway, thats enough waffle from me!
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