Robert Mitchum may be one of the most underappreciated actors of "the Golden Age of Hollywood". Few of his classics have made it into the mainstream. His most well-known film is probably "Cape Fear (1962)" - perhaps due to Scorsese's 1991 remake. And we must not forget that this film was carried by another giant; Gregory Peck.
I have seen many Mitchum pictures, but THE FRIENDS OF EDDIE COYLE I had not heard of until a few weeks ago. Mitchum's performance is phenomenal. He doesn't act - he IS his character.
The director (Peter Yates) has done a tremendous job at capturing a specific look and feel that will stay with you for days. The plot is simple, but realistic - and its execution excellent.
THE FRIENDS OF EDDIE COYLE is a rare (anti-)crime film in which crime is not glorified. It is an honest portrayal of crime, loyalty, and betrayal.
I have seen many Mitchum pictures, but THE FRIENDS OF EDDIE COYLE I had not heard of until a few weeks ago. Mitchum's performance is phenomenal. He doesn't act - he IS his character.
The director (Peter Yates) has done a tremendous job at capturing a specific look and feel that will stay with you for days. The plot is simple, but realistic - and its execution excellent.
THE FRIENDS OF EDDIE COYLE is a rare (anti-)crime film in which crime is not glorified. It is an honest portrayal of crime, loyalty, and betrayal.