Robert De Niro gives a brilliant performance of a man pushed to the edge in the corrupt big city, that he takes the law into his own hands. Travis is a taxi driver by night, and he encounters many different types of criminals: murderers, robbers, prostitutes, etc. He's getting more and more sick of it. He tries to start a relationship, but it fails, and he looses all hope of there being a decent human in the city. When he sees a young prostitute wasting her life away, he decides to try to help her, anyway he can, and he chooses the violent way. How will a violent world react when he strikes out? The film is masterly directed by Martin Scorsese, who has a unique style. The script is top notch, and deals with many contemporary issues, and posses great insight into the mindset of young angry individuals offended, and rejected by the world. If you like any other films with Robert De Niro you will love this film. People who appreciate top notch film making will get a lot out of this film. This is considered a classic, and I'm not surprised. Great story, great acting, and great directing, 5 stars. If your afraid of sensitive issues, such as violence, or negativity in the world, stay away.