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'Casino' (1995) Film Review
R | 1995 . Crime/Drama. 2h 58m. As we commemorate its 30th anniversary, it's an opportune moment to delve into the film's production, cast, lesser-known facts, and its enduring legacy. Martin Scorsese's Casino (1995) stands as a towering achievement in American cinema, offering a visceral and unflinching portrayal of the rise and fall of Las Vegas's mob-controlled gambling empire during the 1970s and '80s.
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May 293 min read
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Matteo Messina Denaro dies.
Matteo Denaro , "the boss of all bosses" died today in a prison hospital on
September 25th 2023 from a coma.
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Sep 25, 20231 min read
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'The Equalizer 3' (2023) Film Review
Denzel Washington plays Robert McCall, a seemingly ordinary man with a mysterious past who possesses a unique set of skills...
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Sep 4, 20233 min read
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'Scarface'(1983) Film Review
'Scarface' Film Review: A Cinematic Masterpiece That Leaves an Indelible Mark celebrates 40 years! R 1983 . Crime.Drama | 2h 50m
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Aug 29, 20233 min read
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'Mobsters' (1991) Film Review
Mobsters (1991) Film Review. Rated R | 1991 ‧ Crime. Drama. 1h 44m Budget: $23M, Box Office: $20.2M.
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Jul 26, 20232 min read
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'Gangster Land' (2017) Film Review
Woodward's approach to Gangster Land is rooted in the traditions of classic gangster films but with a modern flair.
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Dec 17, 20226 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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Gambino Crime Family
Some have described it as the biggest and most powerful of the five New York crime families.
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Sep 1, 20225 min read
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1931. The Year of the New American Underworld
The Year of the New American Underworld, a short lived, yet bloody war (dubbed the Castellammarese War) between two rival Mafia bosses ...
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Aug 22, 20226 min read
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Colombo Crime Family
Colombo Crime Family
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Mar 3, 20225 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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History's Most InFamous Mob Murders of All Time
Rubout, whacked, and taken for a ride are just a few examples of the colorful jargon synonymous with underworld reprisal.
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Oct 31, 20218 min read
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Al Capone's Possessions sold in Cali Auction for $3M
More than 170 items belonging to the infamous mob boss sold at an auction in California last week, including his “favorite” pistol.
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Oct 13, 20212 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 23, 20213 min read
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Colombo Crime Family Bust
Andrew Russo is escorted by FBI agents in Melville, N.Y., Sept. 11, 1996.
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Sep 14, 20212 min read
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Genovese Crime Family
How did this modernization of the American mob come to be in the first place?
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Aug 27, 20216 min read
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Lucchese Crime Family
Lucchese Family By Christian Cipollini // Exclusively for MobCity Productions. Gaetano Reina ↓ Gaetano Gagliano ↓ Gaetano ‘Tommy’...
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Jul 13, 20214 min read
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'Queen of the South' (2016-2021) T.V Series Review
'Queen of the South' is a popular TV series based on the novel "La Reina del Sur" by Arturo Pérez-Reverte.
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Jun 9, 20214 min read
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Bonanno Crime Family
Among the infamous five New York crime families, the Bonanno organization stands alone in
this distinction - it’s the only one retaining ..
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May 11, 20213 min read
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'Kill The Irishman' (2011) Film Review
"Kill the Irishman" is a gritty crime drama directed by Jonathan Hensleigh, based on the true story of Danny Greene, an Irish mobster.
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Mar 11, 20214 min read
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