I watched this because it was free on Netflix ... and I do like crime movies. I had no idea we get a recurring character (is it 7 movies this character and as far as I know same actor, has appeared in?) ... so while some knew what he was up to - I was caught be surprise somewhat.
That being said, you will get almost all the information you need, to know the character. Also there are reasons he has a pet mouse called Serpico ... generally speaking the obvious similarities to Pacino of that time and era ... well I think even nowadays, anyone who has seen a fair share of movies, will immediately get the love this shares and has for him.
Apart from that, we also have the sound effects when people are being hit (which sound ridiculous and funny at the same time, for better or worse) and car chases and other 70s stuff. Love it or hate it - this does not care (about PC or your opinion I reckon). Have not yet seen the other entries, but I assume they are similar ... not sure when I'll be watching them ... and if.
That being said, you will get almost all the information you need, to know the character. Also there are reasons he has a pet mouse called Serpico ... generally speaking the obvious similarities to Pacino of that time and era ... well I think even nowadays, anyone who has seen a fair share of movies, will immediately get the love this shares and has for him.
Apart from that, we also have the sound effects when people are being hit (which sound ridiculous and funny at the same time, for better or worse) and car chases and other 70s stuff. Love it or hate it - this does not care (about PC or your opinion I reckon). Have not yet seen the other entries, but I assume they are similar ... not sure when I'll be watching them ... and if.