American Gangster(2007)
Director:
Ridley Scott
An outcast New York City cop is charged with bringing down Harlem drug lord Frank Lucas, whose real life inspired this partly biographical film.
American Gangster
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American Gangster is a thrilling and gripping crime drama film set in 1970s Harlem, New York. Based on a true story, it follows the life of Frank Lucas, a notorious drug lord whose empire controls the city. Richie Roberts, a dedicated and honest NYPD detective, becomes determined to take down Lucas and bring justice to the community.
Lucas rises to power by smuggling heroin directly from Southeast Asia, using innovative methods to avoid detection from law enforcement. His empire grows rapidly, putting him on the radar of both the mob and the police. Meanwhile, Roberts is leading an investigation into the corrupt and flourishing drug trade that is devastating the city.
As the tension escalates, Roberts and Lucas find themselves engaged in a dangerous cat and mouse game. Roberts must navigate his way through a labyrinth of corruption within the police force, while Lucas fights to protect his empire and his family from both rival drug lords and law enforcement.
Directed by Ridley Scott, American Gangster features stellar performances by Denzel Washington as Frank Lucas and Russell Crowe as Richie Roberts. With its compelling storytelling, intense action sequences, and gritty portrayal of the crime-ridden streets of Harlem, the film takes viewers on a thrilling journey into the dark underbelly of organized crime.
American Gangster is a must-watch for fans of true crime stories, as it offers a thought-provoking exploration of the blurred lines between good and evil in the pursuit of power.
Lucas rises to power by smuggling heroin directly from Southeast Asia, using innovative methods to avoid detection from law enforcement. His empire grows rapidly, putting him on the radar of both the mob and the police. Meanwhile, Roberts is leading an investigation into the corrupt and flourishing drug trade that is devastating the city.
As the tension escalates, Roberts and Lucas find themselves engaged in a dangerous cat and mouse game. Roberts must navigate his way through a labyrinth of corruption within the police force, while Lucas fights to protect his empire and his family from both rival drug lords and law enforcement.
Directed by Ridley Scott, American Gangster features stellar performances by Denzel Washington as Frank Lucas and Russell Crowe as Richie Roberts. With its compelling storytelling, intense action sequences, and gritty portrayal of the crime-ridden streets of Harlem, the film takes viewers on a thrilling journey into the dark underbelly of organized crime.
American Gangster is a must-watch for fans of true crime stories, as it offers a thought-provoking exploration of the blurred lines between good and evil in the pursuit of power.
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American GangsterWriters:
Steven Zaillian, Mark Jacobson (article)Awards:
Nominated for 2 Oscars. Another 13 wins & 35 nominations.People also search for
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