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Narc | Year: 2003 Classification: Drama Actors/Actresses: - Jason Patric - Chi McBride - Ray Liotta - Jason Patric - Chi McBride - Ray Liotta The best "cop" film since French Connection This is by far one of the best cop movies I've ever seen. From the opening burst of high octane; a foot chase through the slums of Detroit, (actually filmed in Canada) the film maintains the crescendo until the explosive and volatile end. The film stars Ray Liotta (Henry Oak) as the partner of a murdered Narc (an undercover narcotics officer) Liotta carries such force and weight throughout the film that you can't help but love his dirty and gritty tactics. Jason Patric plays Nick Tellis, a Narc himself until a botched drug bust (which is the opening scene) leaves him suspended. Patric plays Tellis with such depth that the viewer soon feels empathetic towards Tellis' agonizing turmoil and revisiting of his past. With Oak's partner's case still unsolved, the powers that be decide to combine Tellis' street connections and Oak's "investigative" techniques to close the case once in for all. This is where the movie gets interesting...I won't tell you any more. There's a solid performance given by Busta Rhymes. The cinematography is some of the most "real" I've ever seen, Combining handhelds and a multi-screen shot, a la Time Code. The script is strong and both Liotta and Patric give SOLID SOLID performances. It's one of those movies that doesn't leave you feeling cheated, it works perfectly in and of itself, it doesn't try to be anything else than what it is. This is a must-see film for those who can appreciate a low budget film's exponential potential. Steals your eyes into the screen then scorches them away! Narc is perhaps one the most original, exciting and gritty movies on police corruption since Serpico. If you're looking for a no nonsense movie filled with plot twists, great acting, and suspense this movie is for you. Hands down, the cast was amazing and believable. I am happy that Ray Liotta selected this project because he hasn't been this good in a movie since the Goodfellas! You will leave the movie shaken as if Ray was yelling down your throat. I am also thankful that Jason Patric(who is a underrated actor)decided to stop taking useless roles such as Speed 2 Cruise Control and instead took on a role where he could show the movie audience his intelligence and rising star. Joe Carnahan also had a lot to prove as he did shed his Tarantino-wannabe style from his first movie. Other movies in the police corruption genre such as Training Day were lead by great actors as well, yet their big budget did ruin its authenticity. However even with a very small budget, Carnahan was still able to make a very authentic slick piece of filmaking. Narc was dark and gritty in many ways such as its violence. The violence was strong and brutal especially in the jaw dropping opening scene and the unforgettable ending, so do take that under consideration before taking young children into the picture. This film is a true gem, it's indeed a film worth driving to select theatres to see it, you will love it. one of the better cop movies in a long time Narc is one of the better cop movies in a long time. Original scripts, good acting. Buy Narc at Amazon.com Buy posters at Allposters.com Jamster - the latest ringtones for your phone!  Search with Walhello on the Internet on Narc Search with the Priority Search Engine on Narc This page in other languages: Suomeksi | Nederlands | Deutsch
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