Drama · Crime
American
1990 · Directed by Martin Scorsese · 145 min
Brooklyn, the 1950s. A boy who grows up fascinated by the gangsters across the street is taken in by them and learns the work, the rules and the pleasures of their world. Scorsese tells it in a fast, talkative, music-driven style.
Why it matters in cinema history
The film fixed the modern template for the crime story told from inside the crew. Its voiceover, pop soundtrack and mobile camera became standard references for later filmmakers.
Watch with intention
Treat it as a guided tour from inside a crew: narration, music and camera all work to make you feel at home in this world.
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