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'American Gangster' (2007) Film Review
"American Gangster" (2007) is a crime drama based on the true story of Frank Lucas, a notorious drug lord in Harlem, NY during the 1970s.
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Nov 1, 20224 min read
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Uncovering the Secret Influence: How Gangster Films Shape Pop Culture Without Us Even Realizing
Gangster films play a crucial role in cinema, with stories about crime, loyalty, and the human experience.
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Oct 22, 20224 min read
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'American Murderer' (2022) Film Review
'American Murderer' (2022) Film Review. R | 2022- Crime.Drama.Thriller | 1h 42m
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Oct 20, 20222 min read
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'We Own the Night' (2007) Film Review
"We Own the Night" (2007) is a gripping crime drama film directed by James Gray, and released in 2007. The movie stars Joaquin Phoenix, Mark
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Oct 11, 20223 min read
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'American Me' (1992) Film Review
"American Me" is a crime drama directed by Edward James Olmos. Released in 1992, the film delves deep into the world of Chicano gang culture
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Sep 14, 20224 min read
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'Shot Caller' (2017) Film Review
R | 2017 . Crime.Drama.Thriller | 2h 01m. 'Shot Caller'Â is an intense crime thriller that dives deep into the transformation of a man from a successful businessman to a ruthless criminal mastermind within the confines of prison. Directed and written by Ric Roman Waugh, the film not only takes us through the harsh realities of incarceration but explores the psychological toll prison life can exact, altering the moral compass of its characters.
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Aug 17, 20223 min read
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'Savages' (2012) Film Review
R | 2012. Crime. Thriller | 2h 11m. "Savages" is a 2012 crime thriller directed by Oliver Stone, based on the novel of the same name by ...
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Jul 5, 20222 min read
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'The Untouchables' (1987) Film Review
"The Untouchables," directed by Brian De Palma and released in 1987, stands as a classic in the crime genre.
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Jun 3, 20224 min read
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‘Donnie Brasco’ (1997) Film Reviews
'Donnie Brasco,' directed by Mike Newell, released 25 years ago today! A masterpiece that delves into the gritty world of organized crime.
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May 28, 20225 min read
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'My Cousin Vinny' (1992) Film Review
R | 1992 . Comedy.Crime | 2h.In the pantheon of comedy classics, few films manage to seamlessly blend humor with legal drama quite like Jonathan Lynn's 1992 gem, 'My Cousin Vinny'. A tale of fish-out-of-water misadventures, legal quagmires, and small-town charm, this cinematic gem remains a timeless delight for audiences of all ages. With a stellar ensemble cast, razor-sharp writing, and impeccable direction, 'My Cousin Vinny' stands as a testament to the enduring power of a
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Mar 13, 20224 min read
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'Reservoir Dogs' (1992) Film Review
"Reservoir Dogs" stands as a testament to Tarantino's unique vision and storytelling prowess.
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Jan 21, 20223 min read
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'City of God' (2002) Film Review
"City of God,"(2002) directed by Fernando Meirelles and Kátia Lund, is a cinematic tour de force that plunges viewers into Rio de Janeiro.
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Jan 17, 20224 min read
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Best Gangster Films: 2021
A year in review of the best Gangster films made in 2021. Some conventional biographical gangster films, and others are dynamic driven by...
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Jan 3, 20229 min read
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'American Hustle' (2013) Film Review
Directed by David O. Russell and written by Russell and Eric Warren Singer, "American Hustle" is a crime comedy-drama film that hit theaters
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Dec 8, 20216 min read
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'House of Gucci' (2021) Film Review
R | 2021 . Crime. Drama. Thriller | 2h 37m. 'House of Gucci' is a thrilling and captivating film that brings the tumultuous story of the ..
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Nov 24, 20212 min read
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'Training Day' (2001) Film Review
Celebrating 20 years of the making of an epic crime, drama, thriller film starring, Denzel Washington and Ethan Hawk, dir. by Antoine Fuqua.
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Oct 4, 20214 min read
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'Many Saints of Newark' Film Review
R | 2021. Crime. Drama | 2h. Many Saints of Newark transports viewers back to the gritty world of organized crime, serving as a captivating prelude to the iconic TV series, The Sopranos. Directed by Alan Taylor and written by series creator David Chase alongside Lawrence Konner, this crime drama offers an intense and evocative glimpse into the formative years of the characters who would eventually dominate the acclaimed show.
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Sep 22, 20213 min read
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'The Drop' (2014) Film Review
"The Drop" is a crime drama film produced by Chernin Entertainment and distributed by Fox Searchlight Pictures.
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Sep 11, 20216 min read
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'Molly's Game' (2017) Film Review
R | 2017 ‧ Bio. Crime. Drama | 2h 20m. "Molly's Game" is a biographical crime, drama film directed and written by Aaron Sorkin. The film ..
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Sep 7, 20212 min read
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'Boyz In the Hood' (1991) Film Review
A seminal film that emerged from the early 1990s, a time when American cinema was beginning to explore the complexities of urban life.
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Jul 11, 20215 min read
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