Scorsese's claustrophobic and fiercely compelling study of a personality in disintegration was condemned on its release for initiating the era of sordid realism in cinema. Thirty years on, this relentless assault upon the senses - - along with De Niro's chilling central performance - - has lost little of its impact.
DVD Extras:
Oodles! Seventy-minute Making Of documentary, photo gallery with commentary, storyboard sequence, original screenplay, advertising materials, US theatrical trailer and brief biogs. Every serious film fan's wish has been granted with this no-expense-spared DVD edition. The documentary features in-depth interviews and insights into the creative process from script to screen and the interactive screenplay makes revealing reading. This is the way to treat a genuine cult classic.
