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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. 

As she navigates the complexities of her professional life, she faces a series of moral dilemmas that force her to confront her true self.

"The Wolf of Wall Street," directed by the legendary Martin Scorsese, released 10 years ago today.

"True Romance," directed by Tony Scott, (1993), set against the backdrop of a gritty Los Angeles, this tale of love, crime, and redemption.

Denzel Washington plays Robert McCall, a seemingly ordinary man with a mysterious past who possesses a unique set of skills...

"The Lavender Hill Mob" is a charming and witty British comedy from 1951 directed by Charles Crichton. The film stars Alec Guinness as ...

"The King of Comedy" (1982), is a dark and satirical comedy that delves into the obsessive world of celebrity worship.

"Gangster Squad," (2013) directed by Ruben Fleischer. A gritty and glamorous world of 1940s Los Angeles, where crime and corruption thrive.

"Gangs of New York" is a 2002 film directed by Martin Scorsese set in 1863 during the tumultuous period of the Civil War draft riots.

Woodward's approach to Gangster Land is rooted in the traditions of classic gangster films but with a modern flair.

Set against the stark landscapes of West Texas, the film explores themes of fate, morality, and the inevitability of violence in a changing

"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

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 ...

"The Untouchables," directed by Brian De Palma and released in 1987, stands as a classic in the crime genre.

'Donnie Brasco,' directed by Mike Newell, released 25 years ago today! A masterpiece that delves into the gritty world of organized crime.

Oscar Winners - 94th Awards 2022

"Reservoir Dogs" stands as a testament to Tarantino's unique vision and storytelling prowess.

"City of God,"(2002) directed by Fernando Meirelles and Kátia Lund, is a cinematic tour de force that plunges viewers into Rio de Janeiro.

Directed by David O. Russell and written by Russell and Eric Warren Singer, "American Hustle" is a crime comedy-drama film that hit theaters

"Kill the Irishman" is a gritty crime drama directed by Jonathan Hensleigh, based on the true story of Danny Greene, an Irish mobster.