The Sting DVD Review
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The Sting DVD Review
Overview:
Widely considered one of the greatest films ever, The Sting received ten Academy Award nominations and took home seven awards, including Best Picture. With a brilliantly crafted screenplay by David S. Ward, known for hits like Major League, King Ralph, and Sleepless in Seattle, the film is filled with sharp dialogue and suspenseful twists. Directed by George Roy Hill, who previously collaborated with Paul Newman and Robert Redford on Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, the film vividly captures 1930s Chicago with all its glamour and grit.
Plot Summary:
The Sting follows Johnny Hooker, a small-time grifter played by Robert Redford, who partners with Luther Coleman (Robert Earl Jones) and Joe Erie (Jack Kehoe) to pull off small cons. Their fortunes change dramatically when they con a greedy numbers runner, accidentally pocketing thousands. This puts them in the deadly sights of Doyle Lonnegan (Robert Shaw), a ruthless crime boss, leading to Luther’s murder. With a corrupt cop, Lt. William Snyder (Charles Durning), and a mysterious assassin (Dimitra Arliss) on his tail, Johnny seeks guidance from Henry Gondorff (Paul Newman), the world’s best conman.
Gondorff proposes an ambitious scam, with Lonnegan himself as the target. They assemble a team of expert con artists to set up a rival gambling operation. Disguised as a gambler named Kelley, Hooker gains Lonnegan's trust by promising access to insider horse race tips. As Lonnegan places increasingly large bets, believing he can outsmart Shaw (Gondorff’s alias), the stakes rise. But as they plan a final, million-dollar con, the FBI closes in, threatening to bust their operation.
Review:
Ahead of its time, The Sting revolutionized Hollywood storytelling with its intricate plot and clever subplots. Paul Newman shines as the crafty veteran Henry Gondorff, delivering memorable moments, especially during a climactic card game where he bests the ultimate cheat. Rich with eccentric characters, sinister intrigue, and clever dialogue, the film is more nuanced than typical Hollywood thrillers. Like a captivating novel, it takes its time to build characters and intensify the storyline. Patient viewers are richly rewarded with a masterpiece of deception and style.
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