this be simply a masterpiece . there be a fantastic story line and there be just enough of the whole one dimensional character aspect to so many of the baddie here and but wonderful exploration of de niro and grodin character . truly and the film explores right and wrong and come up on the side of the angel . angel with dirty face maybe and but angel nonetheless . no commentary on this film could be complete without remark upon de niro incredible comic role . i haven not be move by any of his comic turn since . indeed upon reflection and could it not be suggest that rag bull be in essence and high class comedy . never mind . a piece of magic .