The Departed
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| Name | The Departed |
| Director | Martin Scorsese |
| Producer | Graham King |
| Starring | Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson, Mark Wahlberg |
| Music | Howard Shore |
| Cinematography | Michael Ballhaus |
| Editing | Thelma Schoonmaker |
| Studio | Warner Bros. Pictures, Plan B Entertainment |
| Released | 2006 |
| Runtime | 151 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Budget | $90 million |
| Gross | $291.5 million |
The Departed is a 2006 American crime drama film directed by Martin Scorsese and written by William Monahan. The film is a remake of the 2002 Hong Kong film Infernal Affairs, directed by Andrew Lau and Alan Mak. The Departed features an ensemble cast, including Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson, and Mark Wahlberg, and explores the themes of organized crime, deception, and loyalty in Boston, Massachusetts. The film's narrative is influenced by the works of William Shakespeare and Francis Ford Coppola, and its success can be attributed to the collaboration of Scorsese with Robert De Niro and Joe Pesci on previous projects, such as Goodfellas and Casino.
Plot
The Departed tells the story of an undercover Massachusetts State Police officer, Billy Costigan (played by Leonardo DiCaprio), who infiltrates the Irish Mob in Boston, led by Frank Costello (played by Jack Nicholson). Meanwhile, a mobster, Colin Sullivan (played by Matt Damon), rises through the ranks of the Massachusetts State Police, secretly working for Costello. As the story unfolds, Costigan and Sullivan engage in a cat-and-mouse game, each trying to uncover the other's true identity, while navigating the complex web of organized crime and corruption in Boston. The film's plot is reminiscent of The Godfather and The Untouchables, and its themes of deception and betrayal are similar to those found in the works of Shakespeare and Arthur Miller.
Cast
The Departed features a talented ensemble cast, including Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson, Mark Wahlberg, Martin Sheen, and Ray Winstone. The cast's performances were widely praised by critics, with DiCaprio and Damon receiving particular acclaim for their portrayals of Costigan and Sullivan. The film's cast is similar to that of Goodfellas, which featured Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci, and Ray Liotta, and its success can be attributed to the chemistry between the actors, as well as the direction of Scorsese and the production team, including Graham King and Brad Pitt.
Production
The Departed was produced by Graham King and Brad Pitt, and directed by Martin Scorsese. The film's screenplay was written by William Monahan, based on the original Hong Kong film Infernal Affairs. The production team, including Scorsese, King, and Pitt, worked closely with the cast to develop the characters and storyline, drawing inspiration from real-life events and historical figures, such as Whitey Bulger and John Gotti. The film's cinematography was handled by Michael Ballhaus, who had previously worked with Scorsese on Gangs of New York and The Age of Innocence.
Release
The Departed was released in 2006, premiering at the Venice Film Festival and later opening in theaters across the United States. The film received widespread critical acclaim, with many praising its direction, acting, and storytelling. The Departed was a commercial success, grossing over $291 million at the box office and becoming one of the highest-grossing films of 2006, alongside Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest and X-Men: The Last Stand. The film's success can be attributed to the marketing efforts of Warner Bros. Pictures and the production team, as well as the positive word-of-mouth and critical reviews from Roger Ebert and Peter Travers.
Reception
The Departed received widespread critical acclaim, with many praising its direction, acting, and storytelling. The film holds a 91% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with many critics praising the performances of DiCaprio and Damon, as well as the direction of Scorsese. The film's themes of deception and betrayal were also widely praised, with many drawing comparisons to the works of Shakespeare and Arthur Miller. The Departed was also praised by film critics such as A.O. Scott and Manohla Dargis, who noted the film's similarities to The Godfather and Chinatown.
Accolades
The Departed won several awards, including four Academy Awards for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Film Editing, and Best Adapted Screenplay. The film also won several Golden Globe Awards, including Best Motion Picture - Drama and Best Director. The Departed was also nominated for several BAFTA Awards, including Best Film and Best Director. The film's success can be attributed to the talent of its cast and crew, including Scorsese, DiCaprio, and Damon, as well as the production team, including Graham King and Brad Pitt. The Departed is widely regarded as one of the greatest films of the 2000s, alongside The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King and No Country for Old Men.