Title: Mona Lisa
Year: 1986
Genre: Crime, Drama, Romance, Thriller
Rating: 6.8
Cast: Bob Hoskins, Cathy Tyson, Michael Caine, Robbie Coltrane, Clarke Peters
Description: Neon-drenched New York City pulses with a raw, unsettling energy in Neil Jordan's 'Mona Lisa,' a film that burrows under your skin and refuses to let go. Bob Hoskins delivers a career-defining performance as a recently released ex-con, navigating a world of deception and unexpected tenderness. The film isn't just a crime thriller; it's a poignant exploration of loneliness, loyalty, and the corrosive nature of power. Catherine, played with captivating mystery by Cathy Tyson, is a cipher, a woman whose enigmatic nature fuels the narrative's relentless momentum. 'Mona Lisa' is not a comfortable watch, but its unflinching portrayal of a morally ambiguous world makes it unforgettable. A masterpiece of neo-noir.