“Gangster Squad” received generally positive reviews from critics, with many praising the film’s action sequences, performances, and nostalgic value. The movie holds a 66% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with many critics noting that it is a well-crafted and entertaining thriller.

As the squad works to take down Cohen, they face numerous challenges and obstacles, including corruption within the police department and the gangster’s ruthless tactics. Meanwhile, Stanton develops a romantic relationship with Jean Jennings (Emma Stone), a nightclub singer who becomes embroiled in the squad’s mission.

The 2013 film “Gangster Squad” is a crime drama that tells the story of a group of police officers in 1940s Los Angeles who form a secret squad to take down a notorious gangster, played by Sean Penn. The movie, directed by Ruben Fleischer and starring Josh Brolin, Ryan Gosling, and Emma Stone, is an action-packed and intense thriller that explores the cat-and-mouse game between law enforcement and organized crime.