Mandy, I've since read that it's now supposed to be shown before "Flags of our Fathers" which opens, I think, in two weeks.
I saw "The Departed" yesterday, too. I thought it was excellent but slightly flawed. All the acting was top-notch, as they say, and for the first time *ever*, I thoroughly enjoyed Mark Wahlberg in a role. I even saw some light in his eyes, Del - they didn't look so much like shark eyes anymore. Scorsese (or someone) must have really inspired him. It probably didn't hurt that out of the whole cast, he is the only one actually from South Boston. Matt Damon was particularly impressive. I remain convinced that he can pretty much do anything. Acting-wise, at least.