Well, if you all don't know by now, a DVD quality version (intended for Oscar screening) was leaked on the internet. It's a huge deal considering the movie doesn't come out until November 2nd.
After watching this movie i'm happy to say it does not disappointed (much). If you enjoy movies like The Departed, Scarface, Godfather, you will enjoy this one. The action and violence isn't as abundant as any of the 3 films mentioned, but when there is violence, it's pretty intense. The main thing that stands out to me is the dialogue of Frank Lucas (Denzel's Character). Very much of what he says in this movie will likely become popular lines for rappers to use in future songs. As expected, the acting was superb by both Denzel and Russell but whether it will be enough for Oscar buzz is still up in the air to me. Many people expect T.I to have a role in this movie but in my opinion it was more like a cameo, which was probably for the best as his character isn't at all interesting(I mean they REALLY screwed him over with that role). It's a long movie at just a little over 2 1/2 hours and the early scenes are somewhat flat but it eventually picks up the pace and doesn't stop. Even after seeing it online, I will still be checking it out in theaters.
4/5