City by the Sea (Full Screen Edition)
Starring:Robert Deniro, Eliza Dushku
Studio: Warner Home Video
Product Type: DVD
Editorial Review:
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A welcome throwback to the cop dramas of the '70s, City by the Sea is an average film improved by its cast. Robert De Niro stars as veteran New Jersey detective Vincent LaMarca, lamenting the once glorious Asbury Park boardwalk, now dilapidated from the decay of changing times. A good cop but a regrettable father, LaMarca must confront past mistakes and repressed memories when his estranged son (James Franco) becomes the prime suspect in the killing of LaMarca's partner (George Dzundza). There's a nagging inevitability to Ken Hixon's otherwise intelligent screenplay, but De Niro and Frances McDormand--as LaMarca's compassionate neighbor and part-time girlfriend--turn this simmering drama into something deeper than it is. McDormand's role would be thin without the depth and humanity she brings to it, and both De Niro and Franco mine gold from their troubling father-son legacy. Based on a true story, City by the Sea has that kernel of authenticity that good actors thrive on. --Jeff Shannon
Description
Drama. When a respected New York homicide detective (Robert De Niro) discovers the prime suspect in a murder case is his estranged son (James Franco), he is forced to return home to the decaying boardwalks of Long Beach, Long Island to confront the darkness of his past. During the course of the investigation, he realizes that his failures as a father - and his unresolved anguish about the painful estrangement - have deeply influenced his son's life, and he must put his own life on the line in order to do right by both his family and his profession.
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- A brief comment
- A fast paced thriller!
- DeNiro is only star in this so-so crime drama.
- A movie worth watching!
- City by the Sea
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City by the Sea (Widescreen Edition)
Starring: Robert Deniro , and Eliza Dushku
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ASIN: B00007L4OI
Release Date: 2003-02-18 |
Amazon.com
A welcome throwback to the cop dramas of the '70s, City by the Sea is an average film improved by its cast. Robert De Niro stars as veteran New Jersey detective Vincent LaMarca, lamenting the once glorious Asbury Park boardwalk, now dilapidated from the decay of changing times. A good cop but a regrettable father, LaMarca must confront past mistakes and repressed memories when his estranged son (James Franco) becomes the prime suspect in the killing of LaMarca's partner (George Dzundza). There's a nagging inevitability to Ken Hixon's otherwise intelligent screenplay, but De Niro and Frances McDormand--as LaMarca's compassionate neighbor and part-time girlfriend--turn this simmering drama into something deeper than it is. McDormand's role would be thin without the depth and humanity she brings to it, and both De Niro and Franco mine gold from their troubling father-son legacy. Based on a true story, City by the Sea has that kernel of authenticity that good actors thrive on. --Jeff Shannon
Description
Drama. When a respected New York homicide detective (Robert De Niro) discovers the prime suspect in a murder case is his estranged son (James Franco), he is forced to return home to the decaying boardwalks of Long Beach, Long Island to confront the darkness of his past. During the course of the investigation, he realizes that his failures as a father - and his unresolved anguish about the painful estrangement - have deeply influenced his son's life, and he must put his own life on the line in order to do right by both his family and his profession.
Customer Reviews:
A brief comment.......2006-07-18
Robert DeNiro turns in a fine performance as a dedicated policemen and father who's trying to saving his son from a crime he didn't commit. His job is made all the harder by his estranged relationship with his son, who he hasn't seen in many years. The movie takes place against the backdrop of the once chic city of Long Beach, New York, once a little paradise by the sea, but has since seen better days. Now miles of abandoned old hotels, casinos, and other buildings line the shores, seemingly frequented these days only by junkies, drug dealers, and other outcasts of society, including DiNero's son. DeNiro must battle old prejudices and demons, such as his own father's notorious criminal past, his failed relationship with his son, and a police dept. that has already concluded his son is guilty and is going to bring him in dead or alive. James Franco as DeNiro's junkie son and Frances McDormand also turn in fine performances, although McDormand doesn't get a whole lot of on screen time.
One thing is I usually notice movie scores, since there are many movie composers whose music I like, such as the great Jerry Goldsmith (who recently passed away, but his music will live on), but this movie kept me absorbed enough so that I don't even remember the music. Overall this is a good movie and worth seeing, especially if you're a DeNiro fan.
A fast paced thriller!.......2006-04-08
City by the Sea is a great movie! I enjoyed the irony of it. A father, played by Robert DeNiro, is trying to convince his son to turn himself in, while at the same time prove he's innocent! Corruption and Betrayal run high! There are many great actors in this film and it is produced well. I don't understand why more people were not talking about this excellent show when it came out in theaters, I guess everyone has an opinion.
DeNiro is only star in this so-so crime drama........2006-04-05
This film is disappointing, considering the acting talent used in it. The story is about a cop whose son gets into some trouble, and is supposedley framed. His father, the cop (DeNiro) must try to stay within the boundaries of his job while at the same time clear his troubled sons name of the crime. It is not very suspenseful and the end result, regardless what avenue they take, is dull. There is no wonder for who really committed the crime, who framed who, or who will come out the victor in the end of the movie. It just falls flat and it's to bad that DeNiro wasted his time and talents being in this film. If you want some great crime drama films that push this to shame, try recent movies like Along came a spider, Man on Fire, or Collateral. Deeper plots without the predictable outcomes.
A movie worth watching! .......2005-03-31
City by the Sea brings to the screen the story of a police officer who finds himself stuck between a rock and hard place as he has to arrest his own son.
It is a movie about human relations, hope and second chances, but most importantly about trust, inner strength, courage, sacrifice, and how love can overcome and prevail even in the most difficult of situations.
Robert De Niro, James Franco and the rest of the cast have truly outdone themselves with their performances, which are exceptional to say the least. All the actors, without exceptions, give it their 100% and it really shows (the chemistry is AMAZING)!
The setting, the plot, the dialogues, and the music are all wonderful!
In conclusion, City by the Sea is a movie guaranteed to provide an evening's entertainment; it is one of those films that gets you and keeps you thinking long after it's over.
City by the Sea.......2005-03-12
If you want action, blood, gore, thrills, and cheap tricks; stay away from this one. This takes you back to the way a movie was told without all the hoopla. You find yourself getting involved and relating to the characters. Is it so bad to see emotional conflict, intense situations, reality, and still have a happy ending? This is a unique story of a family torn apart and eventually brought back together after many years. It takes place in the down and hardened east coast 'cities by the sea'. The emotions seem heartfelt and there is plenty of action. I thought the performances were all exceptional. In fact everything about this movie is quite exceptional, so why it didn't get better reviews or doesn't linger on the mind longer is sort of a mystery then.
Average customer rating:
- A brief comment
- A fast paced thriller!
- DeNiro is only star in this so-so crime drama.
- A movie worth watching!
- City by the Sea
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City by the Sea (Full Screen Edition)
Starring: Robert Deniro , and Eliza Dushku
Manufacturer: Warner Home Video
ProductGroup: DVD
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Dushku, Eliza
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Similar Items:
- Insomnia (Widescreen Edition)
- 15 Minutes (Infinifilm Edition)
- Changing Lanes
- James Dean
- Sonny
ASIN: B00007L4OJ
Release Date: 2003-02-18 |
Amazon.com
A welcome throwback to the cop dramas of the '70s, City by the Sea is an average film improved by its cast. Robert De Niro stars as veteran New Jersey detective Vincent LaMarca, lamenting the once glorious Asbury Park boardwalk, now dilapidated from the decay of changing times. A good cop but a regrettable father, LaMarca must confront past mistakes and repressed memories when his estranged son (James Franco) becomes the prime suspect in the killing of LaMarca's partner (George Dzundza). There's a nagging inevitability to Ken Hixon's otherwise intelligent screenplay, but De Niro and Frances McDormand--as LaMarca's compassionate neighbor and part-time girlfriend--turn this simmering drama into something deeper than it is. McDormand's role would be thin without the depth and humanity she brings to it, and both De Niro and Franco mine gold from their troubling father-son legacy. Based on a true story, City by the Sea has that kernel of authenticity that good actors thrive on. --Jeff Shannon
Description
Drama. When a respected New York homicide detective (Robert De Niro) discovers the prime suspect in a murder case is his estranged son (James Franco), he is forced to return home to the decaying boardwalks of Long Beach, Long Island to confront the darkness of his past. During the course of the investigation, he realizes that his failures as a father - and his unresolved anguish about the painful estrangement - have deeply influenced his son's life, and he must put his own life on the line in order to do right by both his family and his profession.
Customer Reviews:
A brief comment.......2006-07-18
Robert DeNiro turns in a fine performance as a dedicated policemen and father who's trying to saving his son from a crime he didn't commit. His job is made all the harder by his estranged relationship with his son, who he hasn't seen in many years. The movie takes place against the backdrop of the once chic city of Long Beach, New York, once a little paradise by the sea, but has since seen better days. Now miles of abandoned old hotels, casinos, and other buildings line the shores, seemingly frequented these days only by junkies, drug dealers, and other outcasts of society, including DiNero's son. DeNiro must battle old prejudices and demons, such as his own father's notorious criminal past, his failed relationship with his son, and a police dept. that has already concluded his son is guilty and is going to bring him in dead or alive. James Franco as DeNiro's junkie son and Frances McDormand also turn in fine performances, although McDormand doesn't get a whole lot of on screen time.
One thing is I usually notice movie scores, since there are many movie composers whose music I like, such as the great Jerry Goldsmith (who recently passed away, but his music will live on), but this movie kept me absorbed enough so that I don't even remember the music. Overall this is a good movie and worth seeing, especially if you're a DeNiro fan.
A fast paced thriller!.......2006-04-08
City by the Sea is a great movie! I enjoyed the irony of it. A father, played by Robert DeNiro, is trying to convince his son to turn himself in, while at the same time prove he's innocent! Corruption and Betrayal run high! There are many great actors in this film and it is produced well. I don't understand why more people were not talking about this excellent show when it came out in theaters, I guess everyone has an opinion.
DeNiro is only star in this so-so crime drama........2006-04-05
This film is disappointing, considering the acting talent used in it. The story is about a cop whose son gets into some trouble, and is supposedley framed. His father, the cop (DeNiro) must try to stay within the boundaries of his job while at the same time clear his troubled sons name of the crime. It is not very suspenseful and the end result, regardless what avenue they take, is dull. There is no wonder for who really committed the crime, who framed who, or who will come out the victor in the end of the movie. It just falls flat and it's to bad that DeNiro wasted his time and talents being in this film. If you want some great crime drama films that push this to shame, try recent movies like Along came a spider, Man on Fire, or Collateral. Deeper plots without the predictable outcomes.
A movie worth watching! .......2005-03-31
City by the Sea brings to the screen the story of a police officer who finds himself stuck between a rock and hard place as he has to arrest his own son.
It is a movie about human relations, hope and second chances, but most importantly about trust, inner strength, courage, sacrifice, and how love can overcome and prevail even in the most difficult of situations.
Robert De Niro, James Franco and the rest of the cast have truly outdone themselves with their performances, which are exceptional to say the least. All the actors, without exceptions, give it their 100% and it really shows (the chemistry is AMAZING)!
The setting, the plot, the dialogues, and the music are all wonderful!
In conclusion, City by the Sea is a movie guaranteed to provide an evening's entertainment; it is one of those films that gets you and keeps you thinking long after it's over.
City by the Sea.......2005-03-12
If you want action, blood, gore, thrills, and cheap tricks; stay away from this one. This takes you back to the way a movie was told without all the hoopla. You find yourself getting involved and relating to the characters. Is it so bad to see emotional conflict, intense situations, reality, and still have a happy ending? This is a unique story of a family torn apart and eventually brought back together after many years. It takes place in the down and hardened east coast 'cities by the sea'. The emotions seem heartfelt and there is plenty of action. I thought the performances were all exceptional. In fact everything about this movie is quite exceptional, so why it didn't get better reviews or doesn't linger on the mind longer is sort of a mystery then.
Average customer rating:
- A brief comment
- A fast paced thriller!
- DeNiro is only star in this so-so crime drama.
- A movie worth watching!
- City by the Sea
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A welcome throwback to the cop dramas of the '70s, City by the Sea is an average film improved by its cast. Robert De Niro stars as veteran New Jersey detective Vincent LaMarca, lamenting the once glorious Asbury Park boardwalk, now dilapidated from the decay of changing times. A good cop but a regrettable father, LaMarca must confront past mistakes and repressed memories when his estranged son (James Franco) becomes the prime suspect in the killing of LaMarca's partner (George Dzundza). There's a nagging inevitability to Ken Hixon's otherwise intelligent screenplay, but De Niro and Frances McDormand--as LaMarca's compassionate neighbor and part-time girlfriend--turn this simmering drama into something deeper than it is. McDormand's role would be thin without the depth and humanity she brings to it, and both De Niro and Franco mine gold from their troubling father-son legacy. Based on a true story, City by the Sea has that kernel of authenticity that good actors thrive on. --Jeff Shannon
Customer Reviews:
A brief comment.......2006-07-18
Robert DeNiro turns in a fine performance as a dedicated policemen and father who's trying to saving his son from a crime he didn't commit. His job is made all the harder by his estranged relationship with his son, who he hasn't seen in many years. The movie takes place against the backdrop of the once chic city of Long Beach, New York, once a little paradise by the sea, but has since seen better days. Now miles of abandoned old hotels, casinos, and other buildings line the shores, seemingly frequented these days only by junkies, drug dealers, and other outcasts of society, including DiNero's son. DeNiro must battle old prejudices and demons, such as his own father's notorious criminal past, his failed relationship with his son, and a police dept. that has already concluded his son is guilty and is going to bring him in dead or alive. James Franco as DeNiro's junkie son and Frances McDormand also turn in fine performances, although McDormand doesn't get a whole lot of on screen time.
One thing is I usually notice movie scores, since there are many movie composers whose music I like, such as the great Jerry Goldsmith (who recently passed away, but his music will live on), but this movie kept me absorbed enough so that I don't even remember the music. Overall this is a good movie and worth seeing, especially if you're a DeNiro fan.
A fast paced thriller!.......2006-04-08
City by the Sea is a great movie! I enjoyed the irony of it. A father, played by Robert DeNiro, is trying to convince his son to turn himself in, while at the same time prove he's innocent! Corruption and Betrayal run high! There are many great actors in this film and it is produced well. I don't understand why more people were not talking about this excellent show when it came out in theaters, I guess everyone has an opinion.
DeNiro is only star in this so-so crime drama........2006-04-05
This film is disappointing, considering the acting talent used in it. The story is about a cop whose son gets into some trouble, and is supposedley framed. His father, the cop (DeNiro) must try to stay within the boundaries of his job while at the same time clear his troubled sons name of the crime. It is not very suspenseful and the end result, regardless what avenue they take, is dull. There is no wonder for who really committed the crime, who framed who, or who will come out the victor in the end of the movie. It just falls flat and it's to bad that DeNiro wasted his time and talents being in this film. If you want some great crime drama films that push this to shame, try recent movies like Along came a spider, Man on Fire, or Collateral. Deeper plots without the predictable outcomes.
A movie worth watching! .......2005-03-31
City by the Sea brings to the screen the story of a police officer who finds himself stuck between a rock and hard place as he has to arrest his own son.
It is a movie about human relations, hope and second chances, but most importantly about trust, inner strength, courage, sacrifice, and how love can overcome and prevail even in the most difficult of situations.
Robert De Niro, James Franco and the rest of the cast have truly outdone themselves with their performances, which are exceptional to say the least. All the actors, without exceptions, give it their 100% and it really shows (the chemistry is AMAZING)!
The setting, the plot, the dialogues, and the music are all wonderful!
In conclusion, City by the Sea is a movie guaranteed to provide an evening's entertainment; it is one of those films that gets you and keeps you thinking long after it's over.
City by the Sea.......2005-03-12
If you want action, blood, gore, thrills, and cheap tricks; stay away from this one. This takes you back to the way a movie was told without all the hoopla. You find yourself getting involved and relating to the characters. Is it so bad to see emotional conflict, intense situations, reality, and still have a happy ending? This is a unique story of a family torn apart and eventually brought back together after many years. It takes place in the down and hardened east coast 'cities by the sea'. The emotions seem heartfelt and there is plenty of action. I thought the performances were all exceptional. In fact everything about this movie is quite exceptional, so why it didn't get better reviews or doesn't linger on the mind longer is sort of a mystery then.
Average customer rating:
- A brief comment
- A fast paced thriller!
- DeNiro is only star in this so-so crime drama.
- A movie worth watching!
- City by the Sea
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- Insomnia (Widescreen Edition)
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- Changing Lanes
- James Dean
- Sonny
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A welcome throwback to the cop dramas of the '70s, City by the Sea is an average film improved by its cast. Robert De Niro stars as veteran New Jersey detective Vincent LaMarca, lamenting the once glorious Asbury Park boardwalk, now dilapidated from the decay of changing times. A good cop but a regrettable father, LaMarca must confront past mistakes and repressed memories when his estranged son (James Franco) becomes the prime suspect in the killing of LaMarca's partner (George Dzundza). There's a nagging inevitability to Ken Hixon's otherwise intelligent screenplay, but De Niro and Frances McDormand--as LaMarca's compassionate neighbor and part-time girlfriend--turn this simmering drama into something deeper than it is. McDormand's role would be thin without the depth and humanity she brings to it, and both De Niro and Franco mine gold from their troubling father-son legacy. Based on a true story, City by the Sea has that kernel of authenticity that good actors thrive on. --Jeff Shannon
Customer Reviews:
A brief comment.......2006-07-18
Robert DeNiro turns in a fine performance as a dedicated policemen and father who's trying to saving his son from a crime he didn't commit. His job is made all the harder by his estranged relationship with his son, who he hasn't seen in many years. The movie takes place against the backdrop of the once chic city of Long Beach, New York, once a little paradise by the sea, but has since seen better days. Now miles of abandoned old hotels, casinos, and other buildings line the shores, seemingly frequented these days only by junkies, drug dealers, and other outcasts of society, including DiNero's son. DeNiro must battle old prejudices and demons, such as his own father's notorious criminal past, his failed relationship with his son, and a police dept. that has already concluded his son is guilty and is going to bring him in dead or alive. James Franco as DeNiro's junkie son and Frances McDormand also turn in fine performances, although McDormand doesn't get a whole lot of on screen time.
One thing is I usually notice movie scores, since there are many movie composers whose music I like, such as the great Jerry Goldsmith (who recently passed away, but his music will live on), but this movie kept me absorbed enough so that I don't even remember the music. Overall this is a good movie and worth seeing, especially if you're a DeNiro fan.
A fast paced thriller!.......2006-04-08
City by the Sea is a great movie! I enjoyed the irony of it. A father, played by Robert DeNiro, is trying to convince his son to turn himself in, while at the same time prove he's innocent! Corruption and Betrayal run high! There are many great actors in this film and it is produced well. I don't understand why more people were not talking about this excellent show when it came out in theaters, I guess everyone has an opinion.
DeNiro is only star in this so-so crime drama........2006-04-05
This film is disappointing, considering the acting talent used in it. The story is about a cop whose son gets into some trouble, and is supposedley framed. His father, the cop (DeNiro) must try to stay within the boundaries of his job while at the same time clear his troubled sons name of the crime. It is not very suspenseful and the end result, regardless what avenue they take, is dull. There is no wonder for who really committed the crime, who framed who, or who will come out the victor in the end of the movie. It just falls flat and it's to bad that DeNiro wasted his time and talents being in this film. If you want some great crime drama films that push this to shame, try recent movies like Along came a spider, Man on Fire, or Collateral. Deeper plots without the predictable outcomes.
A movie worth watching! .......2005-03-31
City by the Sea brings to the screen the story of a police officer who finds himself stuck between a rock and hard place as he has to arrest his own son.
It is a movie about human relations, hope and second chances, but most importantly about trust, inner strength, courage, sacrifice, and how love can overcome and prevail even in the most difficult of situations.
Robert De Niro, James Franco and the rest of the cast have truly outdone themselves with their performances, which are exceptional to say the least. All the actors, without exceptions, give it their 100% and it really shows (the chemistry is AMAZING)!
The setting, the plot, the dialogues, and the music are all wonderful!
In conclusion, City by the Sea is a movie guaranteed to provide an evening's entertainment; it is one of those films that gets you and keeps you thinking long after it's over.
City by the Sea.......2005-03-12
If you want action, blood, gore, thrills, and cheap tricks; stay away from this one. This takes you back to the way a movie was told without all the hoopla. You find yourself getting involved and relating to the characters. Is it so bad to see emotional conflict, intense situations, reality, and still have a happy ending? This is a unique story of a family torn apart and eventually brought back together after many years. It takes place in the down and hardened east coast 'cities by the sea'. The emotions seem heartfelt and there is plenty of action. I thought the performances were all exceptional. In fact everything about this movie is quite exceptional, so why it didn't get better reviews or doesn't linger on the mind longer is sort of a mystery then.
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- A fast paced thriller!
- DeNiro is only star in this so-so crime drama.
- A movie worth watching!
- City by the Sea
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- Insomnia (Widescreen Edition)
- 15 Minutes (Infinifilm Edition)
- Changing Lanes
- James Dean
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A welcome throwback to the cop dramas of the '70s, City by the Sea is an average film improved by its cast. Robert De Niro stars as veteran New Jersey detective Vincent LaMarca, lamenting the once glorious Asbury Park boardwalk, now dilapidated from the decay of changing times. A good cop but a regrettable father, LaMarca must confront past mistakes and repressed memories when his estranged son (James Franco) becomes the prime suspect in the killing of LaMarca's partner (George Dzundza). There's a nagging inevitability to Ken Hixon's otherwise intelligent screenplay, but De Niro and Frances McDormand--as LaMarca's compassionate neighbor and part-time girlfriend--turn this simmering drama into something deeper than it is. McDormand's role would be thin without the depth and humanity she brings to it, and both De Niro and Franco mine gold from their troubling father-son legacy. Based on a true story, City by the Sea has that kernel of authenticity that good actors thrive on. --Jeff Shannon
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A brief comment.......2006-07-18
Robert DeNiro turns in a fine performance as a dedicated policemen and father who's trying to saving his son from a crime he didn't commit. His job is made all the harder by his estranged relationship with his son, who he hasn't seen in many years. The movie takes place against the backdrop of the once chic city of Long Beach, New York, once a little paradise by the sea, but has since seen better days. Now miles of abandoned old hotels, casinos, and other buildings line the shores, seemingly frequented these days only by junkies, drug dealers, and other outcasts of society, including DiNero's son. DeNiro must battle old prejudices and demons, such as his own father's notorious criminal past, his failed relationship with his son, and a police dept. that has already concluded his son is guilty and is going to bring him in dead or alive. James Franco as DeNiro's junkie son and Frances McDormand also turn in fine performances, although McDormand doesn't get a whole lot of on screen time.
One thing is I usually notice movie scores, since there are many movie composers whose music I like, such as the great Jerry Goldsmith (who recently passed away, but his music will live on), but this movie kept me absorbed enough so that I don't even remember the music. Overall this is a good movie and worth seeing, especially if you're a DeNiro fan.
A fast paced thriller!.......2006-04-08
City by the Sea is a great movie! I enjoyed the irony of it. A father, played by Robert DeNiro, is trying to convince his son to turn himself in, while at the same time prove he's innocent! Corruption and Betrayal run high! There are many great actors in this film and it is produced well. I don't understand why more people were not talking about this excellent show when it came out in theaters, I guess everyone has an opinion.
DeNiro is only star in this so-so crime drama........2006-04-05
This film is disappointing, considering the acting talent used in it. The story is about a cop whose son gets into some trouble, and is supposedley framed. His father, the cop (DeNiro) must try to stay within the boundaries of his job while at the same time clear his troubled sons name of the crime. It is not very suspenseful and the end result, regardless what avenue they take, is dull. There is no wonder for who really committed the crime, who framed who, or who will come out the victor in the end of the movie. It just falls flat and it's to bad that DeNiro wasted his time and talents being in this film. If you want some great crime drama films that push this to shame, try recent movies like Along came a spider, Man on Fire, or Collateral. Deeper plots without the predictable outcomes.
A movie worth watching! .......2005-03-31
City by the Sea brings to the screen the story of a police officer who finds himself stuck between a rock and hard place as he has to arrest his own son.
It is a movie about human relations, hope and second chances, but most importantly about trust, inner strength, courage, sacrifice, and how love can overcome and prevail even in the most difficult of situations.
Robert De Niro, James Franco and the rest of the cast have truly outdone themselves with their performances, which are exceptional to say the least. All the actors, without exceptions, give it their 100% and it really shows (the chemistry is AMAZING)!
The setting, the plot, the dialogues, and the music are all wonderful!
In conclusion, City by the Sea is a movie guaranteed to provide an evening's entertainment; it is one of those films that gets you and keeps you thinking long after it's over.
City by the Sea.......2005-03-12
If you want action, blood, gore, thrills, and cheap tricks; stay away from this one. This takes you back to the way a movie was told without all the hoopla. You find yourself getting involved and relating to the characters. Is it so bad to see emotional conflict, intense situations, reality, and still have a happy ending? This is a unique story of a family torn apart and eventually brought back together after many years. It takes place in the down and hardened east coast 'cities by the sea'. The emotions seem heartfelt and there is plenty of action. I thought the performances were all exceptional. In fact everything about this movie is quite exceptional, so why it didn't get better reviews or doesn't linger on the mind longer is sort of a mystery then.
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