Once Upon a Time in America - (Leone;1984;Italy/USA) - ****
A former gangster returns to Manhattan after 30 years and remembers the past and decisions he regrets.
Sergio Leone's masterpiece. Better then his westerns, this was a great end to his career. The film is structured so well, that the slightest change would not work. It's long running time at 3 hours and 49 minutes would not work any less. The children actors are great in their roles. DeNiro and Woods were excellent in this film, and Elizabeth McGovern gives off a very good performance. It's a shame Leone isn't still making films today but then again, this is a great way to end. A film that has true depth and I rank as one of the greatest ever. Ennio Morricone's score is excellent.
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