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2002 · 168 min · R

Gangs of New York

Directed by Martin Scorsese · Drama, History, Crime

Gangs of New York (2002) is a Drama film, directed by Martin Scorsese set in New York City during the 1800s. It runs 168 minutes and is rated R.

A organized crime, with a bleak and tense tone. Themes of revenge, prejudice & racism, and power & corruption run throughout.

Composer
Howard Shore
Cinematography
Michael Ballhaus
Cast
Leonardo DiCaprioDaniel Day-LewisCameron DiazJim BroadbentJohn C. ReillyHenry ThomasLiam NeesonBrendan Gleeson

The world of this film

Setting

Where
New York City
Setting
Urban
When
1800s

Premise & themes

Premise
Organized Crime
Themes
RevengePrejudice & RacismPower & Corruption
Tone
BleakTense

Shape

Protagonist
Solo Lead
Pacing
Measured
Based on
Historical Fiction

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