After two weeks of the DVD sitting on my TV, I finally had the chance to watch “The Departed.” I can see why it won an Oscar. I thought the story telling was impeccable.  The acting was very good. The movie has a really nice flow to it. I didn’t feel cheated or that something was lacking in the movie. The characters were believable in their setting.  If you really hate violence in movies, it may not be for you. It is certainly not for children. I have let my son (he’s 14 going on 15) see R-rated movies, but I don’t think I would let him see this one. If you like cop/mob type movies, it’s definitely worth seeing. If you haven’t seen it, please do. I personally watch all kinds of movies.