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One of those instances where everything good about Hollywood just fell into one place at the right time, it's almost impossible not to get swept up in the vivaciousness of The Sting as a whole.

The style here is so seductive and witty it's hard to pin down.

Much of the film's success is a result of its visual brilliance: the aged look of Surtees' photography evokes a feeling of nostalgia, and the art direction, set decoration, and costuming are equally effective.

Of all the classics Universal is putting out for its 100th anniversary, here’s one where the studio itself deserves to take a bow.