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Segan's 'Pickpocket' a Gem of a Film
28 Jan
Summary
- John Turturro stars as Harry, a pickpocket with a heart of gold.
- The film explores loneliness and an aging pickpocket's struggles.
- Noah Segan directs this character study with dramatic and comedic depth.
Noah Segan's "The Only Living Pickpocket in New York" offers a rich cinematic experience, centering on Harry, a pickpocket with a heart of gold trying to survive in a modernizing New York.
John Turturro portrays Harry, whose solitary profession is matched by his personal isolation. The film opens with a melancholic tone, reflecting Harry's difficult circumstances as he skillfully pilfers a wallet, an early example of the film's engaging heist sequences.
However, the narrative shifts as Harry picks the wrong mark, a crime family member played by Will Price, whose threat to Harry's life intensifies the stakes. This pivotal moment transforms the film into a compelling character study, highlighting the preciousness of Harry's life and relationships.
Starring alongside Turturro are Steve Buscemi as a fence and Giancarlo Esposito as an obsolete police officer, both providing crucial support. Segan, a Rian Johnson collaborator, expertly balances existential emotions, crafting a film that, despite minor narrative contrivances, resonates deeply.
