Down by Law

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Scott S Sep 11, 2026 Interesting peak into Orleans Parish Prison. “OPP! You know me!” See more Leaburn O @RT35452347 Mar 21, 2026 An absolute belter of a movie from the mid 80s. Great characters, wonderful plot and cinematography. A stylish picture that’s full of personality and excellent story telling. I think this must have been an influence on later films. Watched on YouTube. See more Richard B @RichardB12314 Mar 3, 2026 Light comedy with very incredible black and white cinematography. Roberto Benigni is the third wheel Italian tourist that keeps the morale up with the two American inmates. He's like the person who just got off the boat and appreciates everything America has to offer and makes the most of his American dream. The others not only miss out on it but seem to be oblivious. What sticks is the grittiness of the inner city and the swamp adventure with bright summer lighting. See more Drew M. @Stonehands211 Mar 1, 2026 Well, it looked great and is a good hangout film but nothing really gleamed from it to take with me. Maybe that’s not the point. We’ll revisit in some years from now and maybe It’ll hit different. Roberto was fire tho lol See more Mary B @MCBianchi Feb 15, 2026 Brilliant movie. Tom Waits and John Lurie thrown together into a jail cell, two of the strangest people ever, are joined by Roberto Benigni new to America. Their existential angst at their lot veers into comedy in a black and white cinematic masterpiece using minimal means. Filmmaking at its best. See more CodyZamboni Z @CodyZamboni Oct 11, 2025 Movie has no story, With 3 unlikable characters, Who get a 2nd chance after escaping prison, Movie bogs down during "comedic" jail scenes, And movie goes further downhill during a long boring fugitive trek thru the swamp, Picks up a bit when they meet an attractive Italian girl owner of a diner, That said, movie's primary assets are stunning monochrome, high contrast b & w photography, Some amazing compositions in New Orleans, Ellen Barkin in small role, See more Read all reviews

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