An undercover cop and a mole in the police force play a dangerous game of deception in Boston’s Irish mob. The Departed is a tense, violent thriller with an all-star cast and Scorsese’s signature blend of crime, morality, and betrayal.
Martin Scorsese as an Auteur
Scorsese’s crime films often explore themes of identity and corruption, featuring morally complex protagonists. His use of rapid editing, stylized violence, and a soundtrack-driven narrative enhances the film’s tension.
Discussion Questions
- Film Technique: How does Scorsese use cross-cutting and editing to heighten suspense in key scenes?
- Genre/Cultural Context: The Departed is based on the Hong Kong film Infernal Affairs. How does it compare in terms of storytelling and style?
- Auteur Signature: What Scorsese trademarks, such as flawed antiheroes, religious symbolism, and explosive violence, are present in The Departed? Explain
- Personal Response: Did you like The Departed? Why or why not?
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