Gangs of New York
2002
Drama / History
2h47
Arnaud Piriou rated ★ 8/10
New-York au milieu du XIXeme c’était ça ! Adaptation d’un bouquin des années 20 sur les origines de la ville et des gangs qui dirigent le quartier de five points qui s’entretuent pendant les 20 années qui précèdent la guerre de sécession. Grosse distribution : Di caprio, Daniel Day Lewis, Cameron Dias, Liam Neeson…un Scorsese de 3 heures quand même ; qu’il faut avoir vu 8/10
Synopsis
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.
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Community Reviews
Viewers are captivated by 'Gangs of New York's' rich historical setting and the intense performances, particularly by Daniel Day-Lewis. The film's meticulous attention to period detail and its vibrant depiction of 19th-century New York add depth to the dramatic narrative of gang rivalries and personal revenge. However, some find the film's lengthy runtime and occasional pacing issues detract from the overall experience, leading to mixed feelings about its entertainment value.
👍 Daniel Day-Lewis's performance is mesmerizing.
👎 Some slow pacing may disengage viewers.
