The Untouchables - Under Review
"You're muckin' with a G here, pal!"
The Untouchables (1987)
Brian De Palma’s second stab at the Al Capone story after his updated Scarface remake, The Untouchables is a slick, highly-entertaining drama. However, next to the ultra-violent, balls-to-the-wall saga of Tony Montana, this tale of Elliot Ness’s Prohibition enforcers feels a little safe.
The film’s problems are highlighted by the c…
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