real gangster movies

 

There have been many movies made about real gangsters and organized crime over the years. Here are some examples of real gangster movies:

1. The Godfather (1972) - Based on Mario Puzo's novel, this movie tells the story of the Corleone family and their involvement in organized crime in New York City during the 1940s and 1950s.

2. Goodfellas (1990) - Directed by Martin Scorsese, this movie is based on the life of Henry Hill, a former mobster who turned informant. The movie portrays the inner workings of the Mafia and the lives of the people involved.

3. Scarface (1983) - This movie tells the story of Tony Montana, a Cuban refugee who rises to power as a drug lord in Miami. The movie is loosely based on the life of Al Capone.

4. American Gangster (2007) - Starring Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe, this movie is based on the life of Frank Lucas, a drug lord who smuggled heroin into the United States in the 1970s.

5. Donnie Brasco (1997) - Starring Johnny Depp and Al Pacino, this movie is based on the real-life story of FBI agent Joseph D. Pistone, who went undercover to infiltrate the Bonanno crime family in New York City.

6. Public Enemies (2009) - Starring Johnny Depp as John Dillinger, this movie tells the story of the notorious bank robber and his gang during the Great Depression.

These movies provide a glimpse into the lives of real gangsters and the criminal underworld. While they are often dramatized for cinematic effect, they are based on true events and real people.