Martin Scorsese’s The Irishman is a sprawling, soulful crime saga that dives deep into the cost of a life in the mob. Robert De Niro delivers a career-defining performance as Frank Sheeran, a WWII vet turned hitman, navigating decades of loyalty to mobster Russell Bufalino (Joe Pesci, chillingly understated) and union leader Jimmy Hoffa (Al Pacino, electric). The film’s 3.5-hour runtime weaves a tapestry of betrayal, friendship, and moral decay, with Scorsese’s masterful direction and Thelma Schoonmaker’s editing keeping every moment gripping.

The de-aging VFX, while occasionally jarring, don’t detract from the emotional weight. Shot with a somber beauty, Rodrigo Prieto’s cinematography and Robbie Robertson’s moody score amplify the film’s reflective tone. With a 95% Rotten Tomatoes score, it’s lauded for its performances and depth, though some find its pace deliberate. The Irishman is a profound meditation on time, guilt, and the choices that haunt us—a must-watch for fans of gangster epics and introspective storytelling.

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