I originally gave this movie a rating of 7 ... had to come back because it really stuck with me; upgraded to an 8. I'd love to give it a 9 but the soundtrack (which was some great music)... it's like this movie couldn't figure out what it was. It was labeled a "thriller" but I don't think it's really a thriller... Maybe action, comedy, drama. Worth a watch for sure

Such an underrated Scorsese flick... Ensemble cast and a glimpse into the life of first responders

I didn't expect this to be so good, or so funny! I knew it was considered campy, but it captured the insanity of NYC in the late '80s - early '90s with a perfect dose of cynicism and nihilism. Nicolas Cage, at his prime, doing what he does best. Listening to him deliver noir-ish monologues is always a treat. Unique cast, unique characters. IMO, much better than the _Taxi Driver_.

The Scorsese outlier of his collection, that is more of a dramatic horror film like Flatliners. It's concept is interesting and will surely stick with you. Nick Cage delivers a compelling performance that will make you think very differently about paramedics. Not Scorsese's best, but I am glad he got to make a movie like this! Rating: 3.5/5 - 8/10 - Would Recommend

The dark horse of Martin Scorsese films. A fever dream of high rush that strangely reminds you how alive you really are, but at the same time, a dim of insomnia that reminds you how lifeless you can feel. New York City, the city where everybody is either dead, dying, or somewhere between. You're in the middle. Robert Richardson and Scorsese captures New York streets, deserving it's title as 'the city that never sleeps'. I know a lot of people think Nicolas Cage isn't a great actor and he picks more bad than good roles. However, Cage is really excellent in this, which pains me to see him shy away from good material and becoming a stupid joke of himself. For the small screen these two had, John Goodman and Ving Rhames were also great. Lets not forget Paul Schrader fantastic script that keeps the film fresh at all times. Overall rating: Gives it a shot. Just me.