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I think this is the best film made about the Mafia.

The audience is taken from delight to despair, while never truly losing its grin.

Even the surprises are too well signposted to surprise

Mike Newell’s take does not disappoint, with sumptuous cinematography and an impressive British cast.

For the first time in what has become known as The H P Experience, you feel genuine emotion.

Its reach doesn’t quite meet its stretch, but there are very good reasons why you should watch it anyway.

Mona Lisa Smile is beautifully shot and the dazzling cast is always watchable.

What keeps the film one step away from Slush City is the crackling dialogue and the performances.

Formulaic though it is, the film is undeniably a lot of fun, with a good balance of peril, action, romance and humour.