The Alto Knights (2025)

“The Alto Knights” is a gripping crime drama set in 2025, directed by Barry Levinson and written by Nicholas Pileggi. The film delves into the dangerous and treacherous world of New York City’s organized crime scene during its most volatile era. Once inseparable friends, two powerful mob bosses are torn apart by petty rivalries, growing distrust, and a string of betrayals, ultimately placing them on an unavoidable path toward violent conflict.

This character-driven narrative focuses on themes of loyalty, power, and the heavy personal cost of ambition. The story portrays the gradual deterioration of a friendship that once thrived on mutual respect but eventually collapses under the weight of greed and envy. As their criminal empires expand, so too does the depth of their animosity, culminating in a deadly power struggle that threatens to destabilize the entire underworld.

Academy Award-winner Robert De Niro takes on a dual role as Frank Costello and another central character, offering a complex performance that captures both the charisma and ruthlessness of a seasoned crime lord. Debra Messing stars as Bobbie Costello, while Kathrine Narducci portrays Anna Genovese, both pivotal figures navigating life among dangerous men. Cosmo Jarvis, Michael Rispoli, Robert Uricola, Frank Piccirillo, and Matt Servitto round out a talented supporting cast, each bringing depth and authenticity to their portrayals of real-life underworld figures.

“The Alto Knights” blends elements of biography, crime, and history, offering viewers a cinematic window into a world of ambition and betrayal set against the backdrop of a city that never sleeps.

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