Righteous Kill (2008)

About Righteous Kill

Righteous Kill is a thrilling crime drama film released in 2008. The movie revolves around two veteran New York City detectives, Robert Deniro and Al Pacino, who are on the hunt for a vigilante serial killer. The ruthless murderer leaves behind four-line poems after killing criminals that the judicial system has failed to bring to justice. As the detectives dig deeper into the case, they found out that some of the murders may be linked to their past cases. The film provides an intriguing mix of action and suspense that keeps the audience hooked until the end.

Making / Production

'Righteous Kill' was directed by Jon Avnet and produced by Avi Lerner, Boaz Davidson and Daniel M. Rosenberg, among others. Featuring an engrossing story by Russell Gewirtz, the movie underwent a rigorous production process to bring the vision to life, using the vibrant backdrop of New York City to enhance the narrative.

Actors

• Robert De Niro as Turk: De Niro plays a seasoned detective who is determined to solve the murder cases, bringing a nuanced and intense performance to his role.
• Al Pacino as Rooster: As De Niro's partner, Pacino shines in his portrayal of a veteran detective embroiled in an increasingly complex investigation.
• Carla Gugino as Karen Corelli: Gugino breathes life into her character, acting as a crime scene investigator who becomes personally involved in the murder case.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This was only the second movie featured both Robert De Niro and Al Pacino, with their first full-length movie together being 'Heat'.
• Despite having a star-studded cast, Righteous Kill received varied response from audience and critics.

Quotes

• "Most people respect the badge, everyone respects the gun." - Turk
• "We're standing in the middle of a 'Who gives a shit' free zone." - Rooster

Music, Soundtrack

• The film's powerful score is created by the award-winning Edward Shearmur, known for his works in films like Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow.
• The soundtrack includes songs from artists like Handel, Diane Birch, and Elew, adding to the gritty atmosphere of the film.