Theatrical Release: 1997-02-28 DVD Release: 1998-01-20 Torrent Release: 26-12-2017 by user
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Movie Genre:
Biography, Crime, Drama
Runtime:
127 min.
Parental Rating:
R
Awards:
Nominated for 1 Oscar. Another 2 wins & 15 nominations.
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Title
Donnie Brasco
Year
1997
Rated
R
Released
28 Feb 1997
Runtime
127 min
Genre
Biography, Crime, Drama
Director
Mike Newell
Writer
Joseph D. Pistone (book), Richard Woodley (book), Paul Attanasio (screenplay)
Actors
Al Pacino, Johnny Depp, Michael Madsen, Bruno Kirby
Plot
This true story follows FBI agent Joe Pistone as he infiltrates the mafia of New York. Befriending Lefty Ruggiero, Pistone (under the name Donnie Brasco) is able to embed himself in a mafia faction led by Sonny Black. Ruggiero and Pistone become tight as the group goes about collecting money for 'the bosses'. Eventually, the group become big-time when Black himself becomes a boss; all the while, Pistone collects evidence. However, the trials and tribulations of the undercover work become more than Pistone can bear. His marriage falls apart, and to top it off, the mafia suspect a mole in the organization. The real dilemma is afforded to Pistone, who knows if he walks away from the mafia, Ruggiero will be the one punished.
Language
English, Italian, Japanese
Country
USA
Awards
Nominated for 1 Oscar. Another 2 wins & 14 nominations.