Gangster Squad

In the war for justice, they play by their own rules.

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Synopsis

Gangster Squad is a 2013 action crime film directed by Ruben Fleischer. Set in the 1940s Los Angeles, the story follows LAPD officers forming a secret squad to take down mob boss Mickey Cohen and his criminal empire. Led by Sergeant John O'Mara, the squad battles corruption and violence in a dangerous game of cat and mouse. As they navigate the dark underbelly of the city, the squad is faced with moral dilemmas and personal sacrifices in their quest for justice against the ruthless gangster. With intense action sequences and a star-studded cast, Gangster Squad delivers a gripping and stylish portrayal of the battle between law and crime in post-war America.

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Reviews

Gangster Squad received mixed reviews from critics. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a low 30% rating, with the consensus stating that the film 'fails to do justice to the real-life events it's based on or the classic gangster movies that inspired it'. Metacritic rated it at 40/100, indicating mixed or average reviews. While some critics praised the film for its stylish visuals and ensemble cast, others criticized its lack of depth in characters and storytelling. IMDb users rated Gangster Squad at 6.7/10, with many highlighting the performances of the lead actors and the thrilling action sequences. Overall, Gangster Squad is a fast-paced crime drama that may appeal to fans of the genre, but falls short of being a standout film in its category.