A FILM TO REMEMBER: “SERPICO” (1973)

Photograph of film poster with a display of scene images from “Serpico”.

Before I get into this, I want to make mention “A FILM TO REMEMBER” will be a series about films that have reached a milestone anniversary since their origin in being culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant. The articles will contain the film’s plot outline, director, cast, a compilation of trivialities, various photos, movie trailer, critical reception and more. So, let’s start:

We are here to mark the celebration of the 45th Anniversary of Sidney Lumet’s “Serpico”. Let’s take an inside look at the film:

PLOT OUTLINE:

Frank Serpico is an honest and counter-culture New York officer who realizes he’s one of the few on the force not on the take. He blows the whistle on rampant corruption in the force only to have his comrades turn against him, while putting his life in danger by going to higher authorities.

Still image of filmmaker Sidney Lumet.

STUDIO:

Paramount Pictures

DIRECTOR:

Sidney Lumet

CAST:

• Al Pacino … Frank Serpico
• John Randolph … Chief Sidney Green