Serpico

Serpico (1973) starring Al Pacino. In a story based on a true life cop, Pacino plays Frank Serpico, the only honest police detective in New York City. Because he is a nonconformist, and because he refuses to take bribes, Serpico becomes alienated from his police colleagues. As we learn at the very beginning of the film, he ends up getting shot -- but not to death. Frank Serpico is a true American hero, and this movie does no harm in portraying his struggle. Pacino is very good in this role. The disc has English subtitles, as well as closed captions (which are easier to read). Grade: A-