Find Me Guilty Review | Mob Movie Monday Starring Vin Diesel with Michael Franzese

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For today's Mob Movie Monday, I'll be reviewing Find Me Guilty which starring Vin Diesel, Peter Dinklage, Linus Roache, Alex Rocco, and Ron Silver. This movie is a 2006 American courtroom comedy-drama crime film co-written and directed by Sidney Lumet, based on the true story of the longest Mafia trial in American history.
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[@firewalker1372]

“By the way, how did you get from Bruno’s to Luccheses? “I took a cab” 🤣 😂 one of my favorite Vinn Diesel movies… Plus he looks funny with hair

[@stevekru6518]

Mr Franzese correctly mentioned the unfair advantage the federal prosecutors have by summarizing their case last. My question for Mr Franzese is what unfair advantage does the prosecution NOT have? Consider, it is illegal bribery for defendants to offer anything to witnesses, but prosecutors can offer everything: immunity, money, wit sec, immigration and tax benefits, non-prosecution of relatives (or the threat of prosecuting relatives), etc. In the Madoff open-and-shut case, prosecutors offered no prosecution and $2 million to wife Ruth, and in the persecution (not a typo) of Mike Milken, prosecutors threatened to arrest parents and sibling. There are reasons federal prosecutors win more than 95% of their cases.

[@jimiwilson4322]

Well said! Everything you said is 100% fact and also very disturbing. There’s a reason a large number of people do not trust the government at all anymore.

[@nishenkishoon450]

@@jimiwilson4322 Hi Jimi, yes people don't trust the government, for good reason, however it's no excuse for guilty people, to be found innocent...

[@jimiwilson4322]

@@nishenkishoon450 it’s better to release a guilty person, than convict an innocent one. Also, the only thing that comes from the government’s ultimate power, is their tyranny over their citizens.

[@acerbicatheist2893]

What kind of scumbag would you need to be to... become...a prosecutor?

[@jonathantenney2339]

Underrated film! Really enjoyable! Most of the court dialogue is real, according to IMDB! Vin Diesel did really well, and it was nice to see him do a roll that didn’t involve wearing wife beaters or cut offs! He played the guy well, and the supporting cast held up!

[@torbjornvanderheyden8887]

i loooooved this movie so much, its funny yet i love the gangster dynamic.

[@jonathantenney2339]

@@torbjornvanderheyden8887 yeah it was a great balance!!!

[@jamainebrown]

I may just have to finally watch it 👌🏾

[@southbound141]

Completely agree

[@il_nessuno43]

I loved when Vin was talking to the jury about RICO and points out how much of it could be used to describe the Government.

[@apocalypticpioneers2116]

Yes! This movie was absolutely amazing. I wish this film broke Vin being type casted, he's not a meathead like everybody thinks he is

[@eli2times423]

Movie was horrible

[@eli2times423]

Movie was horrible

[@munstrumridcully]

@@eli2times423 Why don't you just go... _"Get the papers"?_

[@munstrumridcully]

@@eli2times423 ... _"Get the papers"?_

[@saltycreole2673]

@@munstrumridcully Bwahahahaha!

[@alexalvarado144]

I remember this flick from 2006, it was some of Vin Diesel's best acting. It even got 2 thumbs up by Ebert and Roeper at the Movies. It also featured The Late Great Ron Silver as Judge Sidney Finestein.

[@GSC2000]

One of the most underrated motion pictures

[@donaldduck7461]

Ron Silver was fantastic

[@flightofthebumblebee9529]

Ron Silver was awesome. Jackie was on the mob documentary from the 90s. The jury LOVED the guy. He actually said how disgusting it was that the government would let Gravano off from all those murders just to get Gotti.

[@jonathantenney2339]

It really was some of his best acting! When I suggest this people they think it’s gonna suck! But a few minutes into it and they actually enjoy it for what it is! A funny well done gangster movie

[@patrickbateman9204]

Michael your videos have helped me get through hard times, thank you for all the great uploads.

[@seahawks366]

Lol how does his videos get you through hard times? Are you getting out of the mob? Is it jesus?

[@pranavjsh7]

Do you still return videotapes at the same frequency throughout the day or has it decreased since you started listening to Mr. Franzese?

[@VAcreeper]

@@seahawks366 Exactly! Some people are just natural ass kissers for no goddamn reason, I guess!

[@ExKUKicker]

Hang in there, Patrick! Biblical prophecy is beginning in the Ukraine as we speak...and there are "some" that will be left behind...I'm guessing they know who they are based upon their lack of respect. But, hey...I digress, right?

[@alexgriffin9699]

Super underrated movie glad you finally reviewed it. Made my day

[@backwoodschillin5412]

@@michaelfranzese Full Send

[@danrobinson572]

@@backwoodschillin5412who killed him and why???

[@MrNoSleepOSRS]

Just when I thought I knew all the organized crime stuff… I never have heard of this. What a great watch thanks boss

[@Cerebro515]

“...and if I don’t want to answer, I know how to take the fifth.” That was a great line

[@GnarlsGnarlington]

Wow. This is the first time I have ever seen a "little person" casted like a person and not an Oompalumpa, clown, or whatever.

[@Dial999]

I was starting to think we'd never get to this one. Just a terrific film.

[@flightofthebumblebee9529]

Vin Diesel was on point here. Check out Knockaround Guys too, he was good in that.

[@Dial999]

@@flightofthebumblebee9529 good movie. He was good in Boiler Room also. Bit of a smaller part.

[@flightofthebumblebee9529]

@@Dial999 yes indeed, I almost forgot about that one. I love how Seth (Vin Diesel) was the only guy who showed compassion at the end when the FBI were coming to raid the place. He signed off on the sales ticket so the guy they ripped off could get his life savings back. (In the alternate ending that guy comes to the brokerage firm to shoot and kill people).

[@backwoodschillin5412]

@@michaelfranzese do a video on the Nelk Boys

[@thatbeepingguyinawheelchair]

You can email the team with suggestions. I suggested this film recently, so the system works!

[@stevekru6518]

Is there any possibility a jury could keep track of different testimony concerning 20 defendants? It’s hard enough to track testimony against just one.

[@bandana4814]

Always look forward to your videos Michael! Thank you! Much love to everyone this Monday morning!!!

[@urbandecay3436]

I would like to hear about what mobsters thought of him during that time. I imagine they all looked at him like a mythic figure.

[@johntolento]

Wow, they didn't let Jackie go to the funeral. That is so messed up. This was definitely an underrated movie. Hey Michael I hope they do a movie about you someday. That would be freaking Awesome!!!

[@jaybrock812]

I had a bunkie that had to go to his dad's funeral in shackles and armed guards.

[@FoolishFlock]

@@jaybrock812 yeah they did the same thing to my cousin Ricky i think he was only allowed to attend like around 15 minutes of his father's funeral service in shackles & handcuffs & was brought in by multiple officers/guards!

[@edwardstroko8936]

@@jaybrock812 my step brother came to his grandmother's funeral in a orange jump suit with handcuffs and shackles!!! He is still a dumbass!!!

[@TheTerryGene]

This is a great analysis of this film. Diesel is a revelation here. Lumet made a career of examining the American Justice System, beginning with his first film, “12 Angry Men” through to “The Verdict” and this film. I only wish that more people would see this.

[@curtcoeurdelion]

Just when I thought I was out of that YT Mob stuff, Michael just pulled me back in!

[@DARTHNEWS]

Michael, I have to give you praise for the way you change nearly every background set up for each video. It fits the mood and topic of each video beautifully, and gives each viewer a new experience every time. I absolutely love it. You have a creative side and it shows. Thank you for your commitment to creating conent, but also your ability and commitment to making the viewer comfortable and relaxed. Like were hanging out while you tell a story. Can't get enough 💯

[@BIX-18827DCM]

That's a fact!

[@frehleyrox]

Thank you for reviewing this film Michael! This has been a long time favorite of mine, and I so seldom hear folks talking about it much less have seen it.

[@tjmancini3603]

Thank you for this review Michael. I appreciate your genuine insight into the movie and your understanding of the realities behind this story. I knew your lovely Mother Tina and she gave me the script 'One Free Murder' which I thought was terrific and should be made: I spoke to Sonny a few times about it. Guess I should mention to you that I am the producer and writer of 'Find Me Guilty'. God bless! TJ

[@richardspencer1623]

You can take the wise guy out of the Mafia but you can't take the Mafia out of the wise guy

[@paula77murray90]

What a great movie, glad to see you doing a review on it. Hope all is well with you & your family & team. Take care & god bless Michael. Love from Ireland 💚🤍🧡 Paula xx ❤️

[@tice-6853]

Hey Michael, these video’s be helping me out in tough times, may God bless you Michael✝️🙏

[@InsideTheStadium]

Get in that Bible tice, it will help more than you ever imagined, just start at Matthew and read daily until you get to the end. Tour life will change fir the better like you never imagined. You will find real Peace, love, knowledge, wisdom, security, healing and so much more.

[@lukasiljeg]

Great review!I loved this movie,watched it when it came. It was one of the last movies directed by late great Sidney Lumet(Serpico,12 angry men,Dog day afternoon etc etc). Top director,cast was great,for me its very underrated movie. Cant wait for your another video,God bless you mr.Franzese.

[@johncooper3636]

Michael, I love how you tell the story and relate events and characters to your own life in the world. It was hard to dislike the charming and endearing Jackie. Thanks to you, I’ll rewatch this one. You’re right, this movie really highlights Vin Diesel’s talent as a versatile actor. Well presented, my friend! May God continue to bless you and your family!

[@cathyroche9689]

Your personal touch (stories) add so much to these movie reviews. Adding it to my watch list!

[@Imsohighrightnow2]

Brilliant been waiting for you too review this requested a few times. Thanks for the brilliant content Michael you and your whole tram 😊👌💯

[@gorgen23]

Michael I can tell you’re a genuine Man. No matter what you did in the past you have a heart of gold and a sense of warmth about you. I’ve just started listening and have subscribed indefinitely. Although people still like hearing beef,I for one hope you guys mend any bad blood moving forward, especially Sammy. I could see the forgiveness in him. Well done,God bless,George

[@TheGoodfellas.]

Great way to start the week! Thank you sir!

[@TommyTheBull87]

Thank you Michael and his whole crew for bring this movie to my attention. I'm definitely going to check it out. VICE just did a documentary about the Mob and Pizza the other week I was wondering if you could do a video on it. Andrew Russo is mentioned several times in it as long as the Bonanno and Columbo family's.

[@Madmancer]

That documentary makes me wanna try a square pizza

[@TommyTheBull87]

@@Madmancer I agree.

[@ericreynolds8942]

Check my comment. Link to KZbin video of the documentary

[@kingfurious8525]

Thank you for doing this review I asked you to do this when you started reviews. Excellent.

[@carladaquila8190]

Great movie! One of my favorite courtroom dramas. Most of the trial dialogue was verbatim from the trial. Informative, terrific review Michael!

[@ThatUmbrellaGuy]

id forgotten about this movie. love Vin Diesel in it

[@smoothknyte]

Movie I had never heard of, but it sounds fascinating! took me a figure out the actual time line, I was almost hopeful that there would be a sit down with Jackie especially with him being released, and then I got sad when Michael wrapped it up. Might have been a good guest to have on here, he would have been about 82.

[@emmersjo]

Love learing all these intimate details!! Thanks!

[@joetorres1861]

Hey Mike. In all criminal trials (state or federal) the prosecutor’s table is closest to the jury box and they go first in opening statements and last in closing arguments.

[@leetaylor9939]

Another brilliant video Mr Franzese, you're a natural sir. I think it's been mentioned a few times but I would absolutely love to see a Once Upon A Time In America Mob Movie Monday! Thank you again for your content. God bless

[@kelechiojobor933]

@@michaelfranzese i would like if you review the last don

[@Buddha0710]

I've been waiting for this one. Great video

[@chevyniva6872]

I love and watch all your videos Mike! Your a inspiration and i plan on joining your inner circle soon! You tell great stories with great advice especially for young people like me!

[@YoungJon]

I will watch this ASAP, thanks!

[@frakjohnson2494]

I remember the trailers for this film... In which they played it like a wacky comedy. I had no idea this was based on real events; definitely going to check this out.

[@lynnmitzy1643]

Great reviews, Michael ❤️🕊️ God bless yuz all.

[@old_dudetim8908]

appreciate your take on these events , awesome !

[@brendabryant7418]

Love hearing about your past my friend! Have a wonderful week my friend !🎉🎉

[@littlejoefontana4210]

I look forward to everyone of your videos and insight. Thank you for doing this. I did join the crew!

[@brandonclark6340]

Loved the review. It was one of the movies I asked about. I thought it was a good movie. Glad you told more behind stories to it

[@DaveSCameron]

Tumak was some case 😂🤣✌️

[@seantaplin581]

I really enjoy watching your videos, very interesting Michael.

[@LusciousFibers]

This was most educational about court cases. Thank you!

[@seanproud9683]

Another great video, Michael!

[@DaveSCameron]

Delighted to see Vin Deisel return and clearly tackling more, challenging roles. I'm a huge fan of his classics but unless an actor is a shallow person I hear them covet roles that satisfy all of their abilities and needs and that's why I am so happy for Mr Deisel here, thanks Michael and best wishes to both of you 🙏

[@SS-rr7by]

Return??? This is a movie from 2006 I think?

[@andrewlancastera1642]

“That’s yours, this belongs to the butcher “ lol

[@matthewrider5906]

Hey! I've been waiting for this film for some time! Nice call, Michael!

[@LaReginaPatrizia]

I was waiting for your next video!

[@LuisALaboy]

“Find me guilty” is one of the most underrated films ever.

[@ralphconte8057]

Loved this movie. Watched it a long time ago. The book was great to. The best part of the movie was the joke about the butcher. it's sad but a few years later most of them (the 2 brorthers) and some went to jail anyway on other chargers. Good one today Mike.

[@pcardy3185]

Loving the content Michael

[@davidlancaster6941]

THANKS so very much! I've been bugging you and I'm thrilled! Really appreciate! Lvya much bro! Great review!

[@foreverglow5685]

Michael, you look so stoic and cool in those old photos !

[@jancoyote52]

I didn't recognize Vin Diesel with hair.....such fun, thanks Michael.

[@traceymaniecki7422]

LOVE these videos! Watch them all religiously!

[@bert5959ify]

Thank you Michael. You have a new follower. Did my share of things. You a great inspiration. Keep it going my friend.

[@alexm5459]

Going to have to watch it, looking forward to it. Thanks Michael!

[@tomgeorge3612]

I absolutely enjoy your videos, excited for more

[@tonyawhitley2657]

Loved this movie! Vin Diesel was excellent in this role! Great review and insight! Hope you have a wonderful week! Looking forward to our next sit down! God bless!

[@JRec-ql5fc]

wow, i knew the story about you going looking for the guy that caused some issues with your parents. But i didn't know you indeed found him. intense. great vid, thanks Michael.

[@donkorleone5188]

Mr. Franzese, every video I watch of yours is a valuable life lesson learned and I enjoy it very much. There is something I've always wanted to know: Are there any connections between the Mafia or Cosa Nostra with the world of Wrestling? And I don't mean Storylines or storylines within a TV show or Live Show, but if there have been wrestlers, managers or executives (regardless of the federation they have been in, TNA, NWA, WCW, WWF, it doesn't matter) that have had ties, contacts or connections with "some Families"? I thank you for your time.

[@mandydegroot827]

I hope you come to Grand Rapids Michigan some day ❤️ I’ve read most of your books and find them very intriguing and insightful.

[@mikeyrodriguez3193]

My Grandfather ran the books for the Luchasse family, he used to go down to the corner café to collect a check like he worked there. I never met him he passed before I was born but my father talked a little when he saw my interest in it. Always thought it was BS until he showed me pictures. Him seeing me starting to grow up just like him, he always always gave me “mafia” type wisdom, he always pounded that the life is/was never worth it but always follow the rules in the life you live. Whether it’s street life or honest living, follow the rules of your boss/company and you’ll be ok. He taught me the respect he had for that life as far as how they were all about rules, no excuses and full accountability. We all know how the family’s started falling in the 80s cause they started breaking the rules like Gotti (along with the new RICO law). Loving these videos and glad I found them

[@chrisgriffiths8454]

Michael I know this would sound like a trite question. In your opinion which family were the coolest? Not the most violent or the most ruthless but the most cunning, savvy and charismatic family? In your opinion. If you chose the Columbo family what are your reasons apart from being connected to them?

[@TheRealJohnH3]

great video Michael!

[@kgagarin5699]

Great review and insight, thank you

[@44DOCHoliday]

Hey brother, picking up two tickets! Thanks for the heads up. Love this channel

[@PhatBoyzClub]

Yay! i was asking for this!

[@cynthialindsey6975]

I thought I’d watched all the mob movies!! How did I not know about this?! Watching now!! Thanks for the heads up Michael!!

[@ryansnr]

The jokes that Jackie told in court were something else 🤣🤣 there's videos on KZbin of him telling the story and I never laughed as hard in my life 🤣 🤣 he's hilarious.

[@geedub399]

Please come to Pennsylvania Mr.Franzese I’d love to see you live! God bless you and I wish you the best of health traveling during these times.

[@ExKUKicker]

"Is this being sponsored by the Red Cross?" 😄 That was keeper, Michael...Hilarious!👍 Vin Diesel did this role some serious justice...Great actor!

[@wolfcrewe7474]

Definitely love the fire 🔥 behind you Michael. Maybe reposition the chair so we can see the fire and make this a more regular setting. Feels more personable. Good optics and good video. God bless.

[@jamesjimmyippolito907]

I didn't know this movie even existed so I watched it right after watching your review.. excellent movie and should have gotten more credit for sure...as always thank you Michael for the great content and life lessons... God bless you and your family

[@malafakka8530]

If you liked it you might want to watch a few other movies from that director. He had some great ones, 12 Angry Men being the one he is most remembered for.

[@Grandmastergav86]

If I was in the States I'd definitely pick up some tickets to one of Michael's events, they sound fantastic. Mob Movie Monday is always a good watch, good to see you're keeping well, Michael. I'd love to see you on a Nick Rekieta stream one day, that would be a brilliant crossover.

[@Grandmastergav86]

@@michaelfranzese Kent in England, so just a short drive away.

[@mnhoss2100]

Hi Michael, I like your blessings at the end. Here in MN we had a radio dj that always ended with " Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery and today is a gift, that is why we call it the present. Thought you and the group may like that one. 😉

[@jaydevito1077]

So cool to see you review this Mike. Jackie was my fathers best man. I had the original vhs wedding tape converted to dvd and have alot of pics of my father,jackie and gerald cohen.

[@tjmancini3603]

I sat next to your Father at Jackie's Funeral Service.

[@rgmatthewsjr]

Hey Vito Violante, Nik Pjeternikaj and a few other NYC friends. Spotted you guys in this one. The last time I saw the late Sidney Lumet was when Vito and I were doing ADR for our roles on STAY and Sidney’s office was next to the ADR studio.

[@lu8667]

Great synopsis. Thank you, Mike. :)

[@DavidWalleStreet]

I didn’t know they made a film about this. I read the book ‘The Boys From New Jersey…’ years ago. Interesting. Thanks for the review!

[@kurt6410]

I just checked and this movie is on the Pluto channel for free. I'm going to watch it right now

[@hun7er878]

Keep up the great work!

[@SirCbreeze]

Love the Videos Michael, Amor from 217 IL

[@bongjamesbong3913]

Just seen the title n had to watch the movie 🎬 thought I'd watch it before watching your review ... it makes the movie even more real n authentic .. always love to hear ur 2 cents . Much love n respect from Kentucky.. your thoughts are always deeply appreciated .. looking forward to the next episode N Godbless u and ur family 👪 ❤️

[@briand9649]

Thanks for sharing your input. Will need to watch the movie again.

[@dimitriostheodorou6002]

Great content Michael, always! I was just wondering, being from Greece, if you know of a Greek kind of mafia in NY and if you had any interaction. Would be interesting to tell us of other organizations you dealt with, like you’ve told us about the Russians. Did they have the same values with Cosa Nostra, did you respect them, were they as involved as the Cosa Nostra were in all sorts of businesses? Thanks Michael!

[@johntaylor-lo8qx]

This is an incredible story. I've gotta watch this movie. Never even heard of it. Thank you Mike ❤

[@12lehmanc]

Love the content!

[@deedwayne2752]

My favorite part is when he says his hand was his woman 😂😅😂😅... I love that movie it makes me laugh to this day

[@MyNameIsDylanBrown]

So excited when I see your videos

[@sigspearthumb3249]

"...played by Peter Dinklage, short guy." Lol

[@vladone3428]

Amazing, Mike

[@lewisbgardner4449]

Fascinating how this man came from the Mob and now is a successful KZbinr