Gangs of New York
2002 · 2h 48m · Drama, History, Crime
Watch it tonight if you're in the mood for a sprawling, ambitious epic with powerhouse performances from DiCaprio and Day-Lewis—Martin Scorsese's gritty take on 1860s New York is visually stunning and historically immersive, even if it sprawls a bit. Skip if you want something brisk; this is a nearly 3-hour commitment that demands your attention.
Plot
In early 1860s New York, Irish immigrant Amsterdam Vallon is released from prison and returns to the Five Points, seeking revenge against his father's killer, William Cutting, a powerful anti-immigrant gang leader. He knows that revenge can only be attained by infiltrating Cutting's inner circle. Vallon's journey becomes a fight for personal survival and to find a place for the Irish people.
Director: Martin Scorsese
Cast: Leonardo DiCaprio, Daniel Day-Lewis, Cameron Diaz, Jim Broadbent, John C. Reilly