BLACK MASS

Plot:

During the 70's the streets of Boston was a battle ground between the Italian Mafia and the Irish Mob that was led by James "Whitey" Bulger (Depp). When Whitey is approached by a former childhood friend who is now FBI Agent John Connolly (Ederton) with regards to him assisting with information to ridding Boston of the Italian mob, he reluctantly accepts but with terms that they allow him to operate with immunity. Now with the alliance of the FBI and the demise of his competition, Whitey and his crew became the most ruthless and notorious mobsters in town, committing just about every crime imaginable. But when there is a leadership change at the FBI, the Irish mob is soon investigated about why they were not being charged with any of their crimes and soon there are indictments for the crew and anyone involved. This lead to Whitey going on the run and becoming one of America's 10 Most Wanted Criminals until his capture in 2011.


Reel Talk:

I have a confession to make, I have not been a big fan of Johnny Depp because of most of the roles that he has portrayed in his films, but as the Irish mobster Whitey Bulger he was a beast. This is one of Depp's best performances. Like most of the prior gangster movies like Goodfellas, The Departed, etc....this one also does not disappoint. Based on the true story of Boston mobster James "Whitey" Bulger and his notorious and bloody reign as the crime lord of South Boston, this movie will become another gangster classic. There is never a dull moment in this film, it will keep your interest as Depp's depiction of Whitey is menacing. Definitely a must see!

Starring: Johnny Depp, Joel Ederton, Benedict Cumberbatch, Kevin Bacon, Dakota Johnson and Adam Scott
Directed by: Scott Cooper
Rated: R

I give it 4 corn dogs.

By: THE REEL HUSTLER