Review: `Public Enemies' dazzles the eye but drags

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In this film publicity still released by Universal Pictures, Johnny Depp, left, and Marion Cotillard are shown in a scene from, ''Public Enemies.''

"Public Enemies," a Universal Pictures release, is rated R for gangster violence and some language. Running time: 130 minutes. Two and a half stars out of four.

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Motion Picture Association of America rating definitions:

G _ General audiences. All ages admitted.

PG _ Parental guidance suggested. Some material may not be suitable for children.

PG-13 _ Special parental guidance strongly suggested for children under 13. Some material may be inappropriate for young children.

R _ Restricted. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

NC-17 _ No one under 17 admitted.