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“The best mob movie ever. ... As a poor Irish-Italian growing up in 1950s New York City, Hill rises through the ranks of his Brooklyn neighborhoods organized crime branch, and with money from the mob he begins living the “good life”, complete with a beautiful bride, a fancy home, and the best seats at the most exclusive restaurants. ... The reality of this movie sticks with you because the actors fit their roles accordingly. For character-based dramas such as Goodfellas, strong acting is a necessity, and this movie contains several unforgettable lead performances plus solid support by those in lesser roles. ... For Henry Hill, played by Ray Liotta, the only career he ever wanted was to be a gangster. ... The mob is a fraternity, where nothing supercedes honor, loyalty, and commitment to the “family”.
Approximate Word count = 714 Approximate Pages = 2.9 (250 words per page double spaced)
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