I just had the great pleasure of seeing this movie on DVD and I'm glad I did!
It goes to prove that you don't always necessarily need a huge budget for a film when you have such talented writers and actors at the helm!
It was "Goodfellas" meets early Quentin Tarantino.
The scenes of the card game, the restaurant and others that feature the banter among "The Crew" is entertaining and funny.
Some of the sound, camera shots and editing were not what one would find in a major Hollywood production, but the lack of a big budget worked in this film's favor because of the documentary style and realistic feel to the scenes.
I was impressed by some of the beautiful location footage of Coney Island and other parts of Brooklyn along with Manhattan, Long Island and New Jersey.
The main rule of an actor is NOT to appear like you ARE acting, and being originally from Brooklyn the actors in this film came across as naturals and reminded me of some people I knew years ago, LOL!
John Bianco's direction was right on and his character and narration took the viewer into a very dangerous yet fascinating look at the lavish mob life and it's consequences.
Michael Gerace's "Vinny Knuckles" displayed both compassion and a deadly side. He could be a very loyal friend, but be sure never to cross him or stand in his way!
Anthony Gerace played the role of mob boss "Frankie T" without overdoing it. His passionate eyes and dominant eyebrows expressed the intensity, temperament and responsibility required for such a strong character whose well being relies literally on "trust". He came across as a believable person who is definitely "in charge" of his crew, who carries the weight of authority and the fate of others at his command.
If you get the chance to see this DVD please do so and enjoy!
I'm looking forward to the next film collaboration by these talented good fellas.
It goes to prove that you don't always necessarily need a huge budget for a film when you have such talented writers and actors at the helm!
It was "Goodfellas" meets early Quentin Tarantino.
The scenes of the card game, the restaurant and others that feature the banter among "The Crew" is entertaining and funny.
Some of the sound, camera shots and editing were not what one would find in a major Hollywood production, but the lack of a big budget worked in this film's favor because of the documentary style and realistic feel to the scenes.
I was impressed by some of the beautiful location footage of Coney Island and other parts of Brooklyn along with Manhattan, Long Island and New Jersey.
The main rule of an actor is NOT to appear like you ARE acting, and being originally from Brooklyn the actors in this film came across as naturals and reminded me of some people I knew years ago, LOL!
John Bianco's direction was right on and his character and narration took the viewer into a very dangerous yet fascinating look at the lavish mob life and it's consequences.
Michael Gerace's "Vinny Knuckles" displayed both compassion and a deadly side. He could be a very loyal friend, but be sure never to cross him or stand in his way!
Anthony Gerace played the role of mob boss "Frankie T" without overdoing it. His passionate eyes and dominant eyebrows expressed the intensity, temperament and responsibility required for such a strong character whose well being relies literally on "trust". He came across as a believable person who is definitely "in charge" of his crew, who carries the weight of authority and the fate of others at his command.
If you get the chance to see this DVD please do so and enjoy!
I'm looking forward to the next film collaboration by these talented good fellas.