In the new film "Danny Collins," the directorial debut of screenwriter Dan Fogelman, the titular main character played by Al Pacino has a way with conversation that is completely charasmatic and disarming. His character can uncannily cover up his sleazy flaws, misdeeds, celebrity status, and filthy rich persona with charm, honesty, self-deprecating humor, and the right measure of heartfelt sincerity. Danny "kills them with kindness," as the expression says, but then backs it up with legitimate follow-through. This character trait is a masterful creation from Pacino and a pleasure to watch. It might as well be a microcosm for the entire film. It too will hide its flaws and charm you to pieces.
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