The Sting (1973)
Directed by George Roy
Hill this film stars Paul Newman, Robert Redford and Robert Shaw.
Following the death of a friend two con men plan revenge on the
mobster responsible in the form of a big con.
There is a lot to like
about this film and it really captures the feel of the period, mostly
though it's use of music. The plot manages to keep a good balance of
showing us just enough to keep us from getting confused but always
keeps the audience guessing in the final third which is a tough
balance to make. Mostly this film is just a really fun heist film but
it does lack a little thematic depth that would elevate this to a
great film.
4/5
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