Cruising

Audience Reviews

View More

Daniel S Dec 4 This film aims for shock and difference yet misses a clear payoff. Extreme scenes from the gay S and M underground replace character development. In 1980 many viewers saw a first mainstream depiction of gay life through this lens. Numbers from contemporaneous surveys show limited representation in major releases during that period, under five percent featured openly gay themes, which increased the impact of this portrayal. The result feels more voyeuristic than meaningful. Characters lack depth. The undercover officer played by Al Pacino never gains a clear inner voice. His girlfriend functions as proof of heterosexual identity instead of a person with agency. The killer falls into a simple trauma template focused on paternal conflict. Scenes hint at identity confusion and internal struggle yet fail to progress those ideas into clear character choices. See more Rami A @Bunt101 Sep 9 Trying to be something you're not is often difficult, and Al Pacino's performance perfectly demonstrates that. Other things in the movie are questionable, however. See more Sami Z Jul 6 Cruising is a gritty, thought-provoking thriller that blends murder mystery with psychological ambiguity with a strong Al Pacino performance. Some scenes feel like filler and the plot could’ve been tighter, but the unsettling atmosphere and it's metaphorical nature makes it a fascinating watch. Controversial or not, it stands as a bold piece of cinema that’s worth seeing for fans of dark, challenging films. See more G.D. 0 @Daniel-jgm1 Feb 28 Love how they dare to show. See more Landon J @Minxsykitty Feb 7 My initial reaction to this movie's ending was frustration for lack of clarity and resolution. Eventually, my feelings turned to appreciation for it's ambiguity. It has some really well shot atmosphere and setting scenes, in the park and clubs scenes especially. Not many period movies would dare to do a subject like this, especially with the severity and spectacle this title provides. This does a really good job of balancing a straightforward thriller with cool art house style, abstractness, and surrealism. See more David P 02/04/2025 I always liked this movie even though it falls a little bit short of total coherence. The mood, atmosphere, and acting are all fantastic. See more Read all reviews

Cruising

My Rating

Read More Read Less POST RATING WRITE A REVIEW EDIT REVIEW

Most Popular at Home Now