one of the greatest cinematic achievements of all time that transcends its genre—palpable and tense with a profound exploration of its characters' inner lives. michael mann’s meticulous direction creates a world where every frame is imbued with a quiet, relentless energy, mirroring the moral ambiguities at the heart of both the narrative and its players. pacino and de niro are so fiercely good that i don’t think the eternal conflict between duty and desire can ever be depicted better. the…
