The late Sidney Lumet's gift for realism was grossly under appreciated - this film is epic in its excellence and the major reason is his theatrical approach. His casting of the finest actors of the New York stage filled the screen with realism that was new and unexpected at the time - that so much of modern works such as television now borrow from his style is proof. Treat Williams carries this multiple hour opus effortlessly as well as the late great Jerry Orbach and others who all present fully realized, unforgettable takes in real life people whose stories are told here. This classic is among my most prized in my vast film collection and it's an honor to see such excellent craftsmanship. Forget naysayers and just experience this phenomenal cinema work.
Review of Prince of the City
