The defence The Prestige Tourist
“Form is the argument.”
Every composed frame and deliberate cut is evidence that control can be thrilling in its own right.
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Carlito's Way
Crime · Drama · Thriller · 1993
Free after years in prison, Carlito Brigante intends to give up his criminal ways, but it's not long before the ex-con is sucked back into the New York City underworld.
Movie details
Carlito's Way
“He's got a good future if he can live past next week.”
1993 Crime · Drama · Thriller 2h 24m
Critical arithmetic
One number, for now.
Scores change. Arguments endure.
TMDB
7.8 / 10
Community rating
Free after years in prison, Carlito Brigante intends to give up his criminal ways, but it's not long before the ex-con is sucked back into the New York City underworld.
CriticWise case file
What this film says about your taste.
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The archetype split
Who fights over Carlito's Way?
For the defence
The Prestige Tourist
“You like your greatness pre-approved.”
Read their case For the prosecution
The Popcorn Loyalist
“Big screen, big feelings, no apologies.”
Read their objectionThe split comes from the same five-axis model used by the test, not audience ratings or review sentiment.
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Cast & crew
Directed by
Brian De Palma
Written by
David Koepp
Al Pacino
Carlito Brigante
Sean Penn
David Kleinfeld
Penelope Ann Miller
Gail
John Leguizamo
Benny Blanco
Ingrid Rogers
Steffie
Luis Guzmán
Pachanga
James Rebhorn
Norwalk
Court is in session
Put Carlito's Way on trial.
Two incompatible taste archetypes. One film. Read the arguments, then issue a completely binding cultural ruling.
The prosecution The Popcorn Loyalist
“Technique in search of a pulse.”
Immaculate construction is still construction. The film may be too busy proving its craft to feel alive.