The Take
The Untouchables earns a Slop Score of 17. De Palma's 1987 film delivers practical stunts, real history, and moral clarity without any contemporary rot or committee interference.
Connery's Oscar-winning turn anchors a cast that treats duty and sacrifice as virtues, not punchlines. The lone warn comes from 80s shootout pacing that feels deliberate rather than frantic by today's standards.
The Verdict
Watch it. The Untouchables remains one of the cleanest 80s crime dramas, built on practical craft and historical spine instead of messaging.
Slop Score 17.
Common Questions
Is The Untouchables based on a true story?
Yes, it dramatizes Eliot Ness and the real takedown of Al Capone's empire.
Is The Untouchables woke?
No, it centers duty and historical consequence with zero modern overlay.
How does The Untouchables compare to today's crime films?
It favors practical action and moral clarity over CGI and endless gray areas.
