An excellent, first-class story, with impeccable acting all around. Magnificently written and directed. Caine's work is very different from what we're used to from him, easily one of his finest performances. I first saw it in a theatre when it opened, and loved it, and I'm pleased to say it holds up extremely well. I've always thought Rafelson is a terrific director, and this is one of his best. Well-defined characters, good pacing, very atmospheric, no plot holes, the story moves forward out of the characters' decisions and misconceptions, and absolutely no on-the-nose pushing--in fact, all the elements fit together beautifully. Sit down and watch it at your earliest convenience.