Overview
- The Guardian’s anniversary appraisal revisits Al Pacino and Robert De Niro’s landmark pairing and the subdued café encounter inspired by a 1964 real-life exchange.
- The film’s bank-robbery and mid-day shootout are again cited for their technical rigor, with Val Kilmer’s tactics often said to be studied by Marines.
- Critics foreground themes of work, professionalism and isolation, noting how the film examines personal costs without revealing plot details.
- Michael Mann is developing Heat 2, with Leonardo DiCaprio involved in the project though his specific role remains undecided.
- Coverage notes expected recasting due to story timelines, with additional names surfacing in speculation that has not been confirmed.