Hoffa

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Hoffa, starring Jack Nicholson as James Riddle Hoffa (the long time missing Teamsters boss) shows Nicholoson at closely his best. This accredited actor has always been prone to drama, and the creation of it, and Hoffa proves to be no different. Combined with Bobby Ciaro (Danny Devito) we see a reflection on the life of the Teamster boss and the events that have been anticipated to lead to his disappearance in 1975. It is through the fictional character of Ciaro that we can begin to get a feel of Hoffa's true self, moreover the close resemblance of Nicholoson to Hoffa adds an even more enjoyed likeness between movie and real life. I strongly urge all those who are history buffs (like myself) to see this film.

Awesome movie about the Teamsters. People helping people. Jack Nicholson and Danny DeVito are great together. A must see if you are a fan of either of these actors. This film is also directed by DeVito who also directed the "Taxi" tv series.

2020 has seen the release of the new Hoffa biography *The Irishman* based on Frank "The Irishman" Sheeran's sensationalistic(and fictional) story of how he carried out the hit on James Riddle Hoffa. While an entertaining film Al Pacino was not fit for the role of James R. Hoffa and especially at the age of 80. Devito's 1992 biography *Hoffa* stars Jack Nicholson as James Hoffa. Jack embodies Hoffa perfectly. He mastered his accent and the energy. Pacino was way to old to have the charm and energy of Hoffa. Skip *The Irishman* and watch *Hoffa*.

We all know the story of Jimmy Hoffa. What makes this movie so wonderful is that Jack Nicholson has transformed himself into Hoffa and made him seem like a wonderful, caring man. Hoffa committed crimes, but he was the working man's man. Nicholson has showed this type of loyalty in this well-written film.

A really underrated film about one of the most important labor leaders in 20th century American history! I think it was well acted and written. The thing that floors me is that the screenplay contained details that were dead on concerning the murder of Hoffa that until that time were not known outside of FBI HQ in Washington! This last fact led to the movie being shut out by the establishment, because it was too accurate for the Feds! The claim that the film took too much literary license is a farce. Like most quality artistic works of fiction it hit too close for comfort and that scared the folks in charge! Most great fiction is written as such to avoid censorship, and I think that was the case concerning this great collaboration. Mamet how did you get the facts?

This was one of the best movies i have ever seen!!!!! Jack Nicholson was at his best. The movie shows the rise and fall of James R. Hoffa. From his days of protesting to his days as the President of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters. Danny Devito's perception on how Hoffa disappeared is very interesting, ( and believable to!). The acting in this movie was great. The perfect cast was set for this perfect movie!! Overall, this movie rocked!!!!

I like everything about this movie except for Danny DeVito's self-written role. It's like your watching this great historically accurate movie and then all-of-a-sudden it cuts to a scene of DeVito getting laid by some beautiful woman. I mean how does that even fit into the story, except to boost DeVito's ego? I don't know about you, but I don't want to see DeVito's promiscuous fantasies being acted out in an otherwise good movie just because he has the ability to write his own part. If you're gonna be writing the script for your own character and the greatest thing you can think of is gratuitously getting your character laid by lots of different women throughout the movie? Uugggh- gross! Am I the only one that was bothered by this? Is there some historical reason that his character was actually based on a person who needed to be portrayed in that way?

Finally, Hoffa gets credit where credit is due. It is sad that when people think of Hoffa the first thing they think of is the mafia. This movie finally shows that Hoffa was truly a great man and did so much for the working class. Without Hoffa, the benefits that we take for granted would have never existed. I praise the makers of this movie for trying to break the stigma of Hoffa and make him out to be the great man that he truly was.

After falling asleep twice trying to finish the Irishman, I decided to watch this film and I'm glad that I did. Not only was it entertaining but Nicholson put on a powerhouse performance here as Jimmy Hoffa. His Midwestern accent, nuances and mannerisms are on point. A great film about a great, albeit flawed man. Essential viewing... watch it and learn something.