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Peter Yates, the Oscar-nominated director of riveting crime classics "Robbery" and "Bullitt", teamed up with thein comparable Robert Mitchum for an unforgettable excursion into Boston's criminal underworld.
Based on the acclaimed novel by George V. Higgins, The Friends of Eddie Coyle follows an ageing gunrunner's troubles at the peripheries of the local mob once he finds his options split disastrously between the threat of a fresh prison sentence or police cooperation.
One of the best, most unexpected gangster films of the 1970s, The Friends of Eddie Coyle is a gripping tale of lowlives and loyalties, presented with the director's trademark authenticity and naturalism, and an extraordinary array of performances, led by a never-better Mitchum. The Masters of Cinema Series is proud to present this masterpiece for the first time on home video in the UK in a Dual-Format special edition.
Special Features
- Restored, high-definition digital transfer
- Uncompressed monaural sound on the Blu-ray
- A new video appreciation of the film by critic Glenn Kenny
- A 1996 career-spanning on-stage interview with Peter Yates hosted by critic Derek Malcolm
- 44-PAGE BOOKLET featuring a new essay on the film by critic Mike Sutton; an extensive interview with Yates, and archival images.
- Masters of Cinema
- 102 mins approx.
- Peter Yates
- 15
- Robert Mitchum
- Peter Boyle
- 1.85:1
- 1973
- English
- 2
- B
- Eureka!
Peter Yates, the Oscar-nominated director of riveting crime classics "Robbery" and "Bullitt", teamed up with thein comparable Robert Mitchum for an unforgettable excursion into Boston's criminal underworld.
Based on the acclaimed novel by George V. Higgins, The Friends of Eddie Coyle follows an ageing gunrunner's troubles at the peripheries of the local mob once he finds his options split disastrously between the threat of a fresh prison sentence or police cooperation.
One of the best, most unexpected gangster films of the 1970s, The Friends of Eddie Coyle is a gripping tale of lowlives and loyalties, presented with the director's trademark authenticity and naturalism, and an extraordinary array of performances, led by a never-better Mitchum. The Masters of Cinema Series is proud to present this masterpiece for the first time on home video in the UK in a Dual-Format special edition.
Special Features
- Restored, high-definition digital transfer
- Uncompressed monaural sound on the Blu-ray
- A new video appreciation of the film by critic Glenn Kenny
- A 1996 career-spanning on-stage interview with Peter Yates hosted by critic Derek Malcolm
- 44-PAGE BOOKLET featuring a new essay on the film by critic Mike Sutton; an extensive interview with Yates, and archival images.
- Masters of Cinema
- 102 mins approx.
- Peter Yates
- 15
- Robert Mitchum
- Peter Boyle
- 1.85:1
- 1973
- English
- 2
- B
- Eureka!
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Excellent Movie
Excellent performence from Robert Mitchum. Good acting from the supporting cast, Richard Jorden, Peter Boyle, Steven Keats. A must for old favourites. Thank you for the prompt delivery. Fine quality of sound, picture.
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Mitchum at his finest!
Awesome gem from the 70`s with a great cast and Mitchum in one of his best roles. His character seemed almost tailor made for him. Picture quality was formidable and soundtrack great. A must have for any serious collector. well worth the price.
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