Film Review: "Pride and Glory"

After reading the review of the film "Pride and Glory" given by Sean O’Connell I wanted to go and see the movie myself. He describes the film as standing out from all of the other cop movies that try to replicate CSI or other thrillers, and loves the solvable mystery it presents. Without giving much plot summary, O’Connell provides many comments that explain what made the movie, in his mind, exceptional. O’Connell explains, “'Glory' methodically lays out its details, revealing minor surprises instead of forcing major twists”(1). Through the analysis of the themes and plot points in the film, O’Connell intrigued me to watch the movie by explaining what made the movie interesting to him, such as the twists and surprises. His analysis continues to include the composition of the footage, where he praises director Gavin O’Connor and cinematographer Declan Quinn. O’Connell gave them credit, “for diving into slummy tenements and low-lit police precincts, as well as modest suburban homes which officers could afford on an NYPD salary”(2). The description plants an image that gives us not only a better idea about the way the main characters in the film live, but also the feeling that goes along with most of the film. The dim lighting that was described is usually a more suspicious atmosphere, which makes sense in a movie such as this. This review made me want to watch the movie, due to its elaborate analysis of plot on shot composition. If you have thought about seeing this film and want an opinion, I would recommend reading this article.

O'Connell, Sean. "Pride and Glory." "FilmCritic". 2008. 23 Oct 2008.