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 Ferrara offers, with a dry and effective direction, a pretty decent portrayal of the metropolitan neuroses of a powerful and lonely man, imbued with an immense religious fervor.

 Intense Keitel. His moans of pain, guilt, impotent rage, and desperate despair in the stunning spiral leave internal scratches.

Abel Ferrara’s The Bad Lieutenant offers a well-crafted crime-noir featuring a troubled Irish cop caught in addiction and despair. Set in New York, the film explores themes of guilt, religious faith, and redemption, anchored by a powerful performance by Harvey Keitel. The narrative’s tension is heightened by a backdrop of illegal gambling and personal downfall. A dark, intense movie best enjoyed late at night. Watch The Bad Lieutenant for a gripping noir experience with Harvey Keitel’s unforgettable performance.