The Wanderers

derek wilson

at 2:17 pm

Based on the Richard Price book of self contained vignettes of his own youth in the Bronx, the film is a series of set pieces of killer dialogue, (just too many quotable lines), ensemble acting and truly disturbing violence. Although the plot doesn’t hang together perfectly and we are asked to suspend belief in a couple of the fight scenes (especially Perry’s introduction and the amazing materialising Ducky Boys at the football game), you just have to forgive this film for its faults.
There is so much to enjoy from the bravado of youth that is Turkey, to the pantomime that is Terror. The soundtrack that kicks in with “Walk Like a Man” is so apt, and gets better and funnier.
It is a feel good movie in that although there are bad people out there, and this film doesn’t shirk from showing them, the overwhelming message is that if you stick with your friends you won’t go far wrong.
Absolutely essential post pub viewing , cos, hey, I ain’t no hard guy.
Rating: 5 / 5

Anonymous

at 5:16 pm

This film is superb, it’s the type of movie that you can watch over and over again.
Based in 1963 the film is about a teenage gang called The Wanderers, it’s a film about friendship, love, betrayal. It’s a Movie that once you’ve finished watching it, you will have to rewind it and watch it all over again.

I recommend this film to anyone.
Rating: 5 / 5

para1965

at 5:39 pm

In my humble opinion this movie has everything. Superb music, some great comedy moments and a brilliant ending. It is most certainly in my top 3 films of all time. Just sit back and enjoy but don’t take it too serious 5 stars!!!
Rating: 5 / 5