Still, Leo's doctor that he later bangs is the same woman that Damon bangs.....I understand why its done writing-wise, but its rather convenient, don't you think? Its not a serious flaw and doesn't detriment the movie at all, but I'm talking out of my ass.
Thing is, why do people think Damon's character is a cold-hearted bastard?
Which leads to my other problem with THE DEPARTED. Was the shot of Damon stabbing the Chinese meat-packer necessary? Without it, Damon's character is a tragic one that is understandable absolutely in his actions...at least in the idea that he wants it all: Escape the streets and progress through the police ranks.
The fact that in the 3rd act, the thin-dam he's held barely finally crashes, and he drowns in it. So again, did Damon need to stab the Chinese worker?
