John Turturro's nuanced performance anchors a charming, if unremarkable, crime noir that lovingly evokes 1970s New York. Noe Segan's directorial debut, "The Only Living Pickpocket in New York," is a nostalgia-fueled throwback to the character-driven thrillers of yesteryear.
Turturro plays Harry, a grizzled pickpocket who still swipes wallets with an old-school flair, despite owning no smartphone himself. The title itself is borrowed from Simon and Garfunkel's classic tune, aptly capturing Harry's status as a relic of a bygone era. As the film's lead, Turturro brings a likable, if morally dubious, presence to the screen, making it easy to become invested in Harry's plight.
Segan's script isn't always clever, with some contrived explanations and plot twists that feel like they're trying too hard to be clever. However, he successfully captures the spirit of a bygone era, from the city streets to the characters' mannerisms. The film's use of nostalgia is sincere, if not particularly original, and it makes for an engaging watch.
The supporting cast adds to the film's charm, with Steve Buscemi delivering another memorable performance as Harry's old friend and pawnbroker. Tatiana Maslany shines in a pivotal scene, bringing decades of emotional depth to her character's interactions with Harry. The film's pacing is brisk, clocking in at just 88 minutes, making it an efficient and enjoyable watch.
While "The Only Living Pickpocket in New York" won't win any awards for originality or surprise twists, its old-school charm and Turturro's performance make it a welcome addition to the crime noir genre. As a directorial debut, Segan shows promise, and fans of character-driven thrillers will likely find much to appreciate here.
Turturro plays Harry, a grizzled pickpocket who still swipes wallets with an old-school flair, despite owning no smartphone himself. The title itself is borrowed from Simon and Garfunkel's classic tune, aptly capturing Harry's status as a relic of a bygone era. As the film's lead, Turturro brings a likable, if morally dubious, presence to the screen, making it easy to become invested in Harry's plight.
Segan's script isn't always clever, with some contrived explanations and plot twists that feel like they're trying too hard to be clever. However, he successfully captures the spirit of a bygone era, from the city streets to the characters' mannerisms. The film's use of nostalgia is sincere, if not particularly original, and it makes for an engaging watch.
The supporting cast adds to the film's charm, with Steve Buscemi delivering another memorable performance as Harry's old friend and pawnbroker. Tatiana Maslany shines in a pivotal scene, bringing decades of emotional depth to her character's interactions with Harry. The film's pacing is brisk, clocking in at just 88 minutes, making it an efficient and enjoyable watch.
While "The Only Living Pickpocket in New York" won't win any awards for originality or surprise twists, its old-school charm and Turturro's performance make it a welcome addition to the crime noir genre. As a directorial debut, Segan shows promise, and fans of character-driven thrillers will likely find much to appreciate here.
. and i love how nostalgic it feels, like stepping into a different era of nyc. the cast is solid too, especially Buscemi, but yeah, its not gonna win any Oscars 
. The setting is so retro, you can almost smell the cigarette smoke and feel the humidity from 1970s New York 
. John Turturro's Harry is likeable, I mean, who wouldn't want to swipe wallets with style? 
And Steve Buscemi's cameo as his friend was perfect – always a bonus when he shows up on screen 
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. Maybe it's the nostalgia or Turturro's charm, but I ended up caring about Harry's plight 
. The cast is great too – Tatiana Maslany's scene was super memorable and added a whole new layer to the story 
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. It may not be original or groundbreaking, but it's a fun watch that'll keep you entertained from start to finish 
. So if you're in the mood for an old-school crime thriller with some heart, "The Only Living Pickpocket in New York" is definitely worth checking out 
. I mean, don't get me wrong, John Turturro's got skills and all, but it feels like every other movie that comes out is a nostalgic throwback to the good ol' days 
. And let's be real, who hasn't seen "Taxi Driver" or "Goodfellas" already? 
. The cast is decent and all, Steve Buscemi's always good for a laugh 
, but it's just another crime noir with a familiar plot 
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. Give me a good ol' fashioned Netflix original any day of the week 
. At least those ones are still innovatin' and pushin' boundaries 
. It's like you're transported to another era, minus the smartphone-obsessed chaos of today 
. What I liked most was how the film didn't try too hard to be clever – it just went for a warm, fuzzy feeling that works really well 
the cast is on point, esp Steve Buscemi 
and yeah, Segan's got some growing pains as a director 
but overall, this flick is like a sweet throwback to the good ol' days of crime noirs 
. Overall, it's a solid watch, especially if you're into crime noirs. I'd give it 4 out of 5 stars... or should I say, 4 out of 5 wallets 
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Turturro's performance as harry is def on point too 
! Turturro's performance is like butter, smooth and it makes you wanna be part of his pickpocket crew. I love how the director captured that 70s NYC feel, it's like stepping into a time capsule 
. And can we talk about Steve Buscemi? He's always giving me chills with his performances 
. Segan seems more interested in checking off nostalgic boxes than actually crafting a compelling story. The film's charm is just skin-deep, if you ask me 
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and it's infectious. The cast is on point too, Steve Buscemi and Tatiana Maslany bring so much depth to their roles 
. I mean, the film isn't gonna blow you away with twists or anything, but that retro charm is so satisfying 
. As a debut from Noe Segan, I'm curious to see what he's got in store next #TheOnlyLivingPickpocketInNYC #70sVibes #TurturroToTheRescue 
he's got this old-school swag that just draws you in. but yeah, the script could be a bit tighter at times, feels like they're trying too hard to fit in all these 70s vibes. steve buscemi is always good for a laugh, though! 
overall, it's a fun watch, but not gonna win any awards 
, and Segan's direction has that nostalgic feel-good quality that'll keep you hooked from start to finish 
. And Segan's direction is spot on, he nails that 70s New York feel perfectly 
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. And Steve Buscemi is hilarious as his friend & pawnbroker lolol. The film's pacing is so brisk, I was on the edge of my seat the whole time 
. I'm not gonna lie though, some plot twists felt a bit contrived, but overall it's a solid 8/10 for me