The Departed vs Wasteman
The Departed has the higher audience score (8.2/10 against 7.5/10 for Wasteman). Wasteman is the shorter watch at 1h 30m compared with 2h 31m. The Departed is the older of the two (2006 against 2026). Both are crime, drama, thriller movies, so they suit a similar mood.
The Departed
Wasteman| The Departed | Wasteman | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 8.2/10 | ★ 7.5/10 |
| Year | 2006 | 2026 |
| Length | 2h 31m | 1h 30m |
| Genres | Crime, Drama, Thriller | Crime, Drama, Thriller |
| Country | Hong Kong | – |
| Director | Martin Scorsese | Cal McMau |
| Main cast | Anthony Anderson, James Badge Dale, Vera Farmiga, Matt Damon, Leonardo DiCaprio | Alex Hassell, Corin Silva, David Jonsson, Neil Linpow, Tom Blyth |
Synopsis
The Departed
To take down South Boston's Irish Mafia, the police send in one of their own to infiltrate the underworld, not realizing the syndicate has done likewise. While an undercover cop curries favor with the mob kingpin, a career criminal rises through the police ranks. But both sides soon discover there's a mole among them.
Wasteman
Taylor's hopes for a fresh start post-parole are jeopardised by cellmate Dee's arrival. As Dee takes Taylor under his wing, a vicious attack tests their bond, forcing Taylor to choose between protecting Dee and his own chances at freedom.
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