Atlantic City is a city in decay, a relic of the past. But Atlantic City is also trying to rebuild itself, finding a new future. These two sides of the city are symbolized by the characters of Burt Lancaster and Susan Sarandon: an old Hollywood legend giving one final great performance and an upcoming young actress. Both were nominated for an Oscar and it's especially Lancasters performance that sticks with you long after the credits roll. The whole atmosphere of the film perfectly fits the themes of the film. It feels as a superb 70s New Hollywood film, although it's made in 1980. And perhaps the greatest performance of them all is that of Atlantic City itself.
Review of Atlantic City
