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19 of 20 people found the following review helpful
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Perhaps there are people who look at this film and think, "Oh no, Richard Gere!" This movie will defy your expectations. Gere has never been better - his portrayal of corrupt cop Denis Peck is the backbone of this excellent thriller. Peck moves easily from accepting backhanders to developing a nice sideline in contract killing, all the while trumpeting the values of a family man. It is Gere's skill to play with both sides of this monster, but he is not alone in acting ability. Take a look a the scene where Andy Garcia as Raymond Avilar is introduced to Internal Affairs by his new boss - Garcia doesn't say a word, but his intense disgust at his boss's corporate doublespeak is conveyed by a single, piercing look. Laurie Metcalfe, as Garcia's new partner, also gives a measured performance that works to accentuate the differences between Peck and Avilar.
In all, this criminally overlooked film should be a must-see for anyone who relishes well-acted, well-crafted entertainment.
In all, this criminally overlooked film should be a must-see for anyone who relishes well-acted, well-crafted entertainment.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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Mike Figgis shows us in Internal Affairs how to make the best of Richard Gere. Internal Affairs looks excellent on DVD. As for the disc all there is, is a chapter index and a scene selection option. However dont be put of. In this Gere simply oozes meace as he prowls his scenes alternating between glib,manipulative,loving and murderous. His palpable charm flows as he woos and intimidates his way through this often forgotten nineties gem. He is matched by a stellar performance from Andy Garcia whose character morphs from smooth career cop to tetchy, manic, jealous husband. Perhaps a bit to quickly for my liking.Its a struggle to think of a better Gere performance than this. Some poor choices of roles has seen his star dim over the years but if you want to see him at his best, give this film a look.
10 of 12 people found the following review helpful
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Format:VHS Tape
Gere plays a crooked, manipulative, corrupt, womanising veteran police officer (Dennis Peck). Garcia (Raymond Avilla) is an internal affairs officer who finds himself investigating Gere (Dennis Peck) after the death of a police officer. Dennis Peck retaliates by persuading the innocent Mrs. Avilla to meet him for lunch (on the pretext that he is worried about her husband's workload) knowing he is being tailed by Raymond. This leads to an explosive and violent meeting between both cops and puts an even greater strain on the already fragile Avilla marriage.
With actors of the calibre of Garcia and Gere, it must have been difficult for the rest of the cast to establish a presence, but Laurie Metcalf (Roseanne's sister) who plays Raymond Avilla's partner, and William Baldwin (playing Peck's partner) are certainly worth a mention.
Expertly directed by Mike Figgis, Garcia, as always, shines through, but Richard Gere is outstanding - this has to be his finest ever performance.
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very good dvd
an unusual film by Richard Gere, extremely well acted, if you like Richard Gere you will love this dvd and the co actors are brilliant too
Published 4 months ago by Angela Buss
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Internal Affairs
Well worth watching. Gere and Garcia both turn in outstanding performances. Slick direction from Mike Figgis with a plot that twists and turns. Read more
Published 8 months ago by wallersboy
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Present for my sister.
My sister was a great fan of this film. So I bought it for her as a gift. The film is well known and does come on TV from time to time. Good buy.
Published 8 months ago by Lord Banks
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Five Star Average Is Criminal
Why all the glowing praise for this grotty, ugly, ill-conceived flop? Under Mike Figgis' insipid direction, the whole sorry mess just limps along with all the vigour of an... Read more
Published 23 months ago by BoatDrinks
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5th Gere
Richard Gere, Andy Garcia, in a taut police corruption thriller. Gere will stop at nothing to get his own way, Wives, colleagues, friends all suffer at the hands of Gere the... Read more
Published on 27 Aug 2010 by bigh
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one for the collection
This is the finest performance I have seen so far from Richard Gear throughout his movie career. You will be hooked from start to finish. Read more
Published on 11 Jun 2009 by Jay Reviews
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A very bad cop
Richard Gere is on fire in this 1990 movie; he dominates every scene he is in. He plays a bad cop Denis Peck. Read more
Published on 20 Feb 2009 by Billy Ray Cyrus
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TOP GERE
Richard Gere in unfamiliar territory, as a devious and dangerous bent cop.
His character bends the rules and skims money from protection rackets, drug deals and... Read more
His character bends the rules and skims money from protection rackets, drug deals and... Read more
Published on 22 Oct 2007 by Nevs
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Brilliant movie... light dvd!!!
This is as good as suspense/cop/curruption movies gets. Mike Figgis can hold his head up proud knowing he made a studio film within the Hollywood system and with its stars and... Read more
Published on 1 Feb 2005 by RebelWaltz
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