Synopsis
Pennsylvania, 1956. Frank Sheeran, a war veteran of Irish origin who works as a truck driver, accidentally meets mobster Russell Bufalino. Once Frank becomes his trusted man, Bufalino sends him to Chicago with the task of helping Jimmy Hoffa, a powerful union leader related to organized crime, with whom Frank will maintain a close friendship for nearly twenty years.
Community Reviews
The Irishman, directed by Martin Scorsese, has garnered mixed reactions, primarily praised for its stellar cast and deep, reflective storytelling that spans decades of American crime history. Viewers appreciated the film's intricate exploration of themes like loyalty, betrayal, and the passage of time, enhanced by impressive de-aging technology. However, its lengthy runtime and slow pace have been points of contention, with some feeling the film could be overly drawn out.
👍 Stellar performances and deep thematic exploration.
👎 May feel overly long and slow-paced.
