The reason to see Public Enemies is the same as the reason to see any Johnny Depp movie: Johnny Depp.

Yup. And I don't need any other reason.

But Buzz, he's naturally gifted at playing anything, not only the dark, mysterious rebel.

Oh I can't wait to see this!

This movie was so boring. I walked out, it just kept going on and on. Ugh.

I want to see this !

eveday, while that is true, he's best at the rebel - look at 21 Jump Street, Chocolate, Once Upon A Time In Mexico, Pirates of the Carribean, etc. He's at his best when he is smug and snarky; and he's one of the only actors today who pulls that off without being annoying.
what really continues to amaze me, though, is Depp's universality. not only does he appeal to numerous demographics; he can play virtually anything. you look at his resume and he's mastered not only the genres - drama, comedy, action, thriller/suspense/horror, even romance - but he has also mastered every type of acting - method, character, everyman, hero, villian. It is a true testament to the man I consider the greatest living actor. This man is the kind that I always think Shakespeare and Marlowe (actors themselves) would dream of.
Ok, now that it's clear to everybody how much I love this man; as far as the movie goes; I am worried that what Buzz has said will be exactly true, Although I think Michael Mann has made some impressive, very well written movies using that signature camera style (Heat, Collateral); he has also made some really awful movies (Miami Vice, The Kingdom) that use that camera style in a really annoying way. He also tends to overdo special effects and your typical action movie, tough guy stuff like car chases and blowing things up. While I don't mind those things (I love action movies), they become really cliche and cheesy when not accompanied by good editing and strong writing. I've yet to see this, but I still want to check it out for Depp and Bale alone (I also love Marion).
As far as Dillinger's being a good guy, while I think he was still a thief and a murderer and don't think anyone should be charmed by Depp's pretty face (or even his hippie logic - see what he said about Dillinger); I think part of watching movies is suspending your disbelief and rooting for someone whom in the real world you would not. Yes, the actual man was criminal; but when you're watching the movie Depp is not playing John Dillinger the man. He is playing a character named John Dillinger who robs banks. That is where he gets his appeal and his humanity (sorry, I know this was a little long but I just had a lot of thoughts about this)...

I don't mind Buzz review but I really liked slate's a lot better. The writer isn't being a snob, just giving a good assesments so I suggest that if you're interested to take a look.

slate.com/id/2222070/

I agree about Johnny and Marion being great together (I feel like it comes through in the trailer) and I'll most likely see this film.

i saw this movie last night and i have to say that although it wasn't the best movie that i've seen recently - JD's performance was GREAT. he's really good at playing that kind of character - bad,cocky and still a guy that you want to like. marion on the other hand really needed to work with her linguist a bit more since it was def going in and out of french.

Johnny can do no wrong. Neither can Christian Bale. It may not be an Oscar winner, but I'll be seeing it in the theater. It's the perfect antidote to a 100+ degree summer day.

My husband and I plan on seeing this tonight, and I'm looking forward to it. I just can't resist a Johnny Depp movie, he's my favorite actor.

this movie was good, but if it wasnt johnney depp playing the role i would of walked out, you can't keep your eyes off him, not just because he's hot as sh*t haha but just the way he plays his characters