2017
Unrated
Arthaus
1 h 38 m

2017
Unrated
Arthaus
1 h 38 m

Summary In the early 1970s, one man stood up to the entire New York City police force. Hailed as a hero by many, hated by others, officer Frank Serpico made headlines when he blew the whistle on a culture of bribery and corruption within the department. His one-man crusade for police reform inspired the Al Pacino classic that bears his name, but...

Directed By: Antonino D'Ambrosio

Written By: Antonino D'Ambrosio

2017
Unrated
Arthaus
1 h 38 m

2017
Unrated
Arthaus
1 h 38 m

Frank Serpico

Name: Frank Serpico
Genre: Documentary, Biography
Released: 2017-11-01
Duration: 1 min 38 s
Rating: 68
Cast: Frank Serpico, Stanislao Pugliese, Janet Panetta, John O'Connor, John Bal

Metascore Generally Favorable Based on 6 Critic Reviews

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Village Voice

Nov 2, 2017

Most hilarious is the revelation that the first director assigned to the film Lumet eventually made, the manic John G. Avildsen, wanted the eccentric, bearded hipster ex-cop to play himself. On the basis of this exceptional portrait, he very well could have.

By Sam Weisberg FULL REVIEW

Variety

Nov 2, 2017

Frank Serpico is a finely etched and fascinating documentary.

By Owen Gleiberman FULL REVIEW

Arizona Republic

Nov 30, 2017

Frank Serpico doesn't supersede "Serpico," and it isn't meant to. Instead it serves as an interesting companion piece, one well worth watching.

By Bill Goodykoontz FULL REVIEW

Los Angeles Times

Nov 9, 2017

For the most part this is an engaging refresher course in what fighting the power looks like.

By Robert Abele FULL REVIEW

The Hollywood Reporter

Nov 2, 2017

Viewers who'd prefer a bit more psychological probing may be left unsatisfied, but most will appreciate this chance to hang out with the legendary whistle-blower.

By John DeFore FULL REVIEW

The New York Times

Oct 31, 2017

The star of the movie is a compelling figure, and Mr. D’Ambrosio presents quite a few people from Mr. Serpico’s past who have a similar draw. But the director’s filmmaking instincts are not always salutary.

By Glenn Kenny FULL REVIEW

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Production Company Gigantic Pictures, La Lutta NMC

Release Date Nov 1, 2017

Duration 1 h 38 m

Rating Unrated

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