Although, I love both Pacino and DeNiro, Pacino is my definite favorite.
However, I think both have gone downhill (for lack of a better term)in the movies they have made. DeNiro is making too many comedies and seems to be just taking any script, as does Pacino. I honestly prefer, with a couple exceptions, their earlier movies than the more recent ones.
While I liked Scent of a Woman, I really prefer Sea of Love.
I don't think it's that either have lost their talent, I think perhaps they are both comfortable in the careers and are trying "different" types of roles. Let's face it, they both "made it" to the top, so maybe now is the time to try something different.
I would love to see another "top notch" drama from both of them.
TIS