Crime Reviews
The Shawshank Redemption Review: Hope Is a Good Thing
Frank Darabont's prison drama has become a modern classic on the strength of two superb leads and a story about patience and hope. Our verdict.
The Godfather Review: The Blueprint for the Crime Epic
Francis Ford Coppola's saga of the Corleone family remains a towering piece of filmmaking, powerful, patient and endlessly quotable. Our verdict.
The Dark Knight Review: A Superhero Film That Aims Higher
Christopher Nolan's Batman sequel is a gripping crime thriller anchored by Heath Ledger's unforgettable Joker. Our verdict.
The Godfather Part II Review: A Rare Sequel That Matches the Original
Coppola's follow-up interweaves Michael's rise with Vito's youth in a sequel that deepens the original into a tragedy. Our verdict.
12 Angry Men Review: Tension in a Single Room
Sidney Lumet's jury-room drama proves you need little more than twelve good actors and a great script. Our verdict.
Pulp Fiction Review: Tarantino's Cool, Chatty Landmark
Quentin Tarantino's non-linear crime film is stylish, funny and violent, with some of cinema's most quotable dialogue. Our verdict.
Goodfellas Review: Scorsese's Gangster Masterclass
Martin Scorsese's ride through the Mob is thrilling, funny and terrifying in equal measure. Our verdict.
Se7en Review: A Grim, Gripping Serial Killer Thriller
David Fincher's rain-soaked crime thriller is bleak, brilliantly crafted and unforgettable. Our verdict.
The Silence of the Lambs Review: A Chilling Psychological Thriller
Jonathan Demme's thriller pairs Jodie Foster's FBI trainee with Anthony Hopkins's unforgettable Hannibal Lecter. Our verdict.
The Green Mile Review: A Gentle Giant on Death Row
Frank Darabont's Stephen King adaptation is a long, emotional drama with a touch of the supernatural. Our verdict.