Taxi Driver

Taxi Driver (1976)★ 8.3/10

R · US · 114 min · February 8, 1976

  • Crime
  • Drama

Directed by: Martin Scorsese

Written by: Paul Schrader

Travis Bickle, a disturbed Vietnam War veteran plagued by insomnia, drives a taxi through the moral decay of 1970s New York City, planning a violent reckoning against the corruption he perceives.

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AADÃO_12September 2, 2024
Absolutely incredible. I can't even explain why, but I love the vibe it gives me. It's like being in this weird, lonely city where everything is bright and colorful, but there's also a lot of dark stuff. The streets are full of people who don't really know what they're doing. They want things to change but keep falling back into old habits. The music and the cinematography are so amazing. But most importantly, it makes you think about reality, think about some big social issues, even after the movie's over.
AAmália_September 2, 2024
This movie is a masterpiece; you can tell it has the director's authorship all over it. Martin Scorsese really nails it when it comes to capturing the confusion and struggle of a whole generation of Americans, and Robert De Niro's acting is so good that he's become a legend to a lot of people. The visuals are kind of dreamy, and the music fits perfectly. You can't forget those iconic hairstyles, the realistic blood and bullets, and Jodie Foster's amazing performance and rise to fame.
Ttroyd-3March 9, 2024
De Niro's performance is absolutely stellar, no question. What really resonates in the movie is its portrayal of the loneliness and uncertainty experienced by young people during that time period. Herrmann's saxophone score adds this eerie, almost surreal atmosphere to the film. As the protagonist navigates the city streets, you can't help but be drawn into his world, feeling the same sense of apprehension about the future. The "redemption" at the end isn't just ironic; it also underscores the resilience of human nature, shining a light on its enduring brilliance.
Tthbzcrt_7March 9, 2024
"Taxi Driver," from the 1970s, stands as a true timeless gem! Rarely do you find a movie that delves so deeply into its characters' psyche and emotions all at once. At its core, it's the tale of a man grappling with profound loneliness, desperately trying to connect with others. Yet, tragically, those he seeks to help often reject his efforts, adding to the poignancy of the narrative.
CChoice909March 24, 2021

The New York dirt

Robert De Niro gives one of his most introspective and terrifying performances in "Taxi Driver", a movie that delves into the dark side of the human mind.
PPedro GeraldesMarch 24, 2021

Nueva York and its people

Get to know the side effect of insomnia in "Taxi Driver", one of the most iconic movies in the industry as well as one of Robert De Niro’s most memorable performances.
NNicole BudmanJanuary 19, 2026
Unos jóvenes Robert De Niro, Martin Scorsese y Jodie Foster hacen un gran trabajo en Taxi Driver. La primera hora de la película pensás que va por un camino, y en la segunda toma un rumbo diferente que representa el desgaste emocional y psíquico de Travis. La dirección de arte fue fundamental para entender el trasfondo de nuestro protagonista: un ex veterano de guerra que sus traumas no le permiten vivir tranquilo, hasta el punto de no poder conciliar el sueño. El montaje también es interesante, aunque a veces se abusó de algunos recursos, y la dirección de Scorsese es interesante; sin dudas sabe cómo hacer este tipo de películas entretenidas.

En fin, Taxi Driver es un clásico para ver al menos una vez en la vida. Desde mi perspectiva no es la mejor del director, pero reconozco lo icónica que es para el cine contemporáneo.
EepilsocramJanuary 13, 2026
Um bom aprofundamento na psíque de uma pessoa atormentada imersa na solidão e na rotina. O que mais me agrada são as referências e inspirações inegáveis a "Memórias do Subsolo", que faz o filme ganhar um tipo de apreciação diferente pra mim.
SScorchaOctober 25, 2025
Una obra de Scorsese que todos amamos
GGuillermo de la HoyaOctober 22, 2025
Un gran actor en manos de un gran director
UUser-1480228651October 14, 2025
Taxi Driver es una reflexión profunda sobre la soledad y el vacío existencial del ser humano moderno. Travis Bickle, su protagonista, encarna al individuo que busca sentido en un mundo corrompido y absurdo. Su descenso a la violencia es una forma desesperada de afirmar su existencia en medio de la indiferencia social.

La película, influenciada por el existencialismo y el nihilismo, muestra cómo la pérdida de valores puede transformar al hombre en su propio enemigo. Travis no es un héroe ni un villano: es el espejo de una sociedad enferma que celebra la violencia cuando le conviene.

Scorsese convierte la ciudad en un infierno interior, donde cada luz y cada sombra revelan el conflicto moral del protagonista. En el fondo, Taxi Driver nos pregunta:

¿Qué sucede cuando el hombre busca pureza en un mundo sin redención?

Una historia filosófica y perturbadora sobre la búsqueda de sentido en la oscuridad.
MMattshepard2008August 3, 2025
La sociedad se ve representada como un espejo fragmentado, totalmente corrupto y marginando a ciertos los sectores sociales. Conlleva una mirada cruda de el ambito social y politico, el recibimiento de los veteranos de guerra no es nada bueno, y claramente representado por el rechazo colectivo de las personas.
El odio y la ira debe caer en algun lugar, pues no puede quedar en una persona que no soporta poseerlo, y la película en si misma es la representación perfecta de la canalización del odio y furia, cometiendo actos callejeros, tomando el rol del heroe del pueblo.

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