The true story of Danny Greene, an Irish thug working for mobsters in Cleveland during the 1970's who found Union's as a gateway to organized crime.
Ray Stevenson (Danny), Vincent D'Onofrio (John), Val Kilmer (Joe), Christopher Walken (Shondor), Linda Cardellini (Joan), Tony Darrow (Mikey), Robert Davi (Ray), Bob Gunton (Jerry), Tony Lo Bianco (Jack), Steve Schirripa (Frato).
Kill the Irishman begins with some backstory about Danny before smoothly moving into his transition to organized crime and involvement in Cleveland's employee Union. As Danny's ambitions grew, so did organized crime violence eventually leading to a mafia war on the streets of Cleveland. The remainder of the film follows Danny's rise to notoriety and eventual demise. The film is fairly fast moving and entertaining throughout and is an eye-opener for anyone unfamiliar with organized crime in Cleveland during the 70's.
Acting was good with Stevenson delivering very well throughout. D'Onofrio was enjoyable as well and seemed to work nicely with Stevenson. Kilmer and Walken were both good in smaller roles, though we would have liked to see them both in bigger roles. Cardellini, Darrow, Schirripa and the remainder of the supporting cast was solid and enjoyable.
Camera work, sets, and backgrounds were well done and this film truly felt like it was filmed in the 70's. Action scenes were good with a realistic feel and nice fit with the film. Dialogue was good with reasonable depth. Sound and soundtrack fit the film well.
Not being familiar with the story of Danny Greene, this film felt like a good telling of his story. It felt realistic and intentionally gritty but moved along and a nice pace and was entertaining throughout. Those who enjoy a solid crime drama should enjoy this one.
With some sexuality, plenty of violence, gore, and foul language, save this one for the oldest teens and above.
Released: 2011
Reviewed: 5.29.18
Star rating: 3 out of 5
Genre: Biography, Drama, Crime, Crime Action & Adventure, Action Thriller
copyright ©2018 Dave Riedel
Ray Stevenson (Danny), Vincent D'Onofrio (John), Val Kilmer (Joe), Christopher Walken (Shondor), Linda Cardellini (Joan), Tony Darrow (Mikey), Robert Davi (Ray), Bob Gunton (Jerry), Tony Lo Bianco (Jack), Steve Schirripa (Frato).
Kill the Irishman begins with some backstory about Danny before smoothly moving into his transition to organized crime and involvement in Cleveland's employee Union. As Danny's ambitions grew, so did organized crime violence eventually leading to a mafia war on the streets of Cleveland. The remainder of the film follows Danny's rise to notoriety and eventual demise. The film is fairly fast moving and entertaining throughout and is an eye-opener for anyone unfamiliar with organized crime in Cleveland during the 70's.
Acting was good with Stevenson delivering very well throughout. D'Onofrio was enjoyable as well and seemed to work nicely with Stevenson. Kilmer and Walken were both good in smaller roles, though we would have liked to see them both in bigger roles. Cardellini, Darrow, Schirripa and the remainder of the supporting cast was solid and enjoyable.
Camera work, sets, and backgrounds were well done and this film truly felt like it was filmed in the 70's. Action scenes were good with a realistic feel and nice fit with the film. Dialogue was good with reasonable depth. Sound and soundtrack fit the film well.
Not being familiar with the story of Danny Greene, this film felt like a good telling of his story. It felt realistic and intentionally gritty but moved along and a nice pace and was entertaining throughout. Those who enjoy a solid crime drama should enjoy this one.
With some sexuality, plenty of violence, gore, and foul language, save this one for the oldest teens and above.
Released: 2011
Reviewed: 5.29.18
Star rating: 3 out of 5
Genre: Biography, Drama, Crime, Crime Action & Adventure, Action Thriller
copyright ©2018 Dave Riedel
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