Movies About Italian Mafia

From Francis Ford Coppola, starring Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, James Caan, Diane Keaton
Rated R

The Godfather is a 1972 American crime film directed by Francis Ford Coppola, which follows the Corleone family as they rise to power in the criminal underworld of New York City. The story spans 10 years, from 1945 to 1955, and focuses on the transformation of the family's leader, Vito Corleone, from a benevolent family man to a ruthless Mafia boss. The film stars Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, James Caan, Robert Duvall, and Diane Keaton. The film also features a riveting soundtrack, which has since become iconic. The Godfather is widely regarded as one of the greatest films of all time, winning multiple Academy Awards, including Best Picture. The film is renowned for its powerful performances, realistic atmosphere, and uncompromising vision of the criminal underworld.

From Francis Ford Coppola, starring Al Pacino, Robert De Niro, Robert Duvall, Diane Keaton
Rated R

The Godfather Part II is the sequel to the 1972 film The Godfather. Directed by Francis Ford Coppola, the film follows the story of Michael Corleone (Al Pacino), who has now become the Godfather of the Corleone crime family, while we follow his father Vito Corleone's (Robert De Niro) early life in Sicily. The film has two storylines: one in the present day with Michael, and one in the past with Vito. The two storylines intertwine as Michael's actions in the present echo his father's story in the past. The film explores Vito's rise in the criminal underworld in New York City, and Michael's attempts to protect his family and keep them out of the Mafia's business. The film also focuses on the themes of power, loyalty, and family. The Godfather Part II was a critical and commercial success, and is widely considered to be one of the greatest sequels ever made.

From Martin Scorsese, starring Robert De Niro, Ray Liotta, Joe Pesci, Lorraine Bracco
Rated R

Goodfellas is a 1990 American crime film directed by Martin Scorsese. It follows the rise and fall of three gangsters, Henry Hill (Ray Liotta), Tommy DeVito (Joe Pesci) and Jimmy Conway (Robert De Niro). The movie follows their journey from teenage street thugs to major players in the New York mafia underworld. Along the way, they must face the consequences of their criminal activities and betrayal of friends. The story is narrated by Henry Hill as he reflects on his past life and experiences. The film showcases Scorsese's trademark use of quick cuts and memorable scenes, including the "Copa" scene and the infamous "Strawberries and Cream" scene. Overall, Goodfellas is widely acclaimed and considered one of the greatest gangster movies of all time.

From Martin Scorsese, starring Robert De Niro, Sharon Stone, Joe Pesci, James Woods
Rated R

Casino is a 1995 American crime film directed by Martin Scorsese and starring Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci, and Sharon Stone. The film follows Sam "Ace" Rothstein (De Niro), a Jewish American gambling expert who is asked to oversee the day-to-day operations at the Tangiers Casino in Las Vegas. Along with his Mafia associate Nicky Santoro (Pesci), Ace quickly succeeds in business and soon finds himself tangled up in a dangerous web of organized crime, power struggles, and love affairs. When he begins to cross the mob's interests, however, Ace must battle for his own survival in this violent and unpredictable world. Casino is a masterpiece of modern filmmaking that examines the dark side of the American Dream.

From Brian De Palma, starring Kevin Costner, Sean Connery, Robert De Niro, Charles Martin Smith
Rated R

The Untouchables is a 1987 crime drama directed by Brian De Palma and starring Kevin Costner, Robert De Niro, Sean Connery, and Charles Martin Smith. Set in 1930s Chicago, the film follows the story of Treasury agent Eliot Ness (Costner) and his team of "untouchables" as they set out to bring down the notorious gangster Al Capone (De Niro). Along the way, Ness is aided by a veteran cop (Connery) and a rookie accountant (Smith). Together they battle corruption, bribery, and violence in their quest to finally bring down Capone and his empire. In the end, Ness and the untouchables succeed in their mission, and Capone is brought to justice.

From Robert De Niro, starring Robert De Niro, Chazz Palminteri, Lillo Brancato, Francis Capra
Rated R

A Bronx Tale is a coming-of-age drama set in 1960s New York City. It follows the story of Calogero Anello, a young Italian-American boy living in the Bronx who is torn between the world of organized crime, represented by a neighborhood mob boss named Sonny, and his working-class father Lorenzo. Calogero learns hard lessons about loyalty and respect, and eventually has to make a difficult decision between doing what's right and what's easy. The film stars Robert De Niro and Chazz Palminteri and features a cast of talented actors, including Joe Pesci and Lillo Brancato.

From Mike Newell, starring Al Pacino, Johnny Depp, Michael Madsen, Bruno Kirby
Rated R

Donnie Brasco is a 1997 crime drama about an undercover FBI agent, Joe Pistone (Johnny Depp), who infiltrates the mafia in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Posing as jewel thief Donnie Brasco, he befriends Lefty Ruggiero (Al Pacino), an aging mob hitman. As their friendship deepens, Lefty grows to trust Donnie as his own son and relies on him for emotional support. However, Donnie's mission is to bring down the mob and his loyalties to the FBI and Lefty become increasingly blurred. With time running out, Donnie must choose between his mob family and his real family.

From Francis Ford Coppola, starring Al Pacino, Diane Keaton, Andy Garcia, Talia Shire
Rated R

The Godfather Part III is the third and final film in the Godfather trilogy. The film takes place in 1979, fifteen years after the events of the Godfather Part II. The story follows Michael Corleone, the patriarch of the Corleone crime family, as he attempts to legitimize his business operations and make the family respectable once more. However, his past deeds and family loyalty come back to haunt him, and he finds himself involved in a dangerous power struggle that could have potentially devastating consequences. The film features an all-star cast that includes Al Pacino, Diane Keaton, Andy Garcia, Talia Shire, and Sofia Coppola. In addition, the film was nominated for seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture.