Goodfellas (1990) revisited

A look back at acclaimed director Martin Scorsese's 1990 mafia classic, Goodfellas. Alec discusses the late Ray Liotta's sudden rise to prominence with the role of Henry Hill. Ben explains why this is his favorite mafia film. The guys contrast Goodfellas with The Godfather movies and discuss the performances of Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci, and Lorraine Bracco. Ben explains why the film's editing sets it apart and why Joe Pesci's Tommy DeVito still terrifies him. Alec mentions another famous actor who passed on the role of James Conway. Cinema: A to B discuss the technique of voiceover narration in film and round out the conversation with the challenges of shooting the famous single shot Copacabana nightclub entrance.

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