Mob Movie Monday Review: Lansky (with Meyer Lansky II) Sit Down with Michael Franzese

👉👉Check out the store: store.michaelfranzese.com/ Today's episode is a special one, a Mob Movie Monday review of the movie Lansky with Meyer Lansky II, Meyer Lansky's grandson. He is a spokesman with experience in taped and live broadcast, private events, and historic tours on location. He has first-hand knowledge of his grandfather Meyer Lansky's iconic casino resort projects in Las Vegas, Fort Lauderdale, Saratoga Springs, and Havana, Cuba, along with the early 20th-Century Mafia.
Currently writing "We're Bigger Than U.S. Steel," Meyer also promotes his grandfather's creative muse through apparel, furniture, and housewares.
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[@The_tipsy_gear]

Luciano once said “ Meyer understood the Italian brain almost better than I did, that’s why I made him my consigliere, I used to tell him that he may have had a Jewish mother but he must have been wet nursed by a Italian.”

[@tatianalyulkin410]

Same for me! I always correct people- " I'm not from Brighton Beach, I'm from Kew Gardens/Ozone Park. It's so NOT the same! " 🤣

[@scottsteel2395]

Harvey Keitel should be mentioned in ANY conversation with Brando, Pacino, De Niro, or anyone else. One of the GREATEST ACTORS EVER!!!

[@dennisbedard9850]

Not to mention his role as Angelo Bruno in The Irishman

[@anthonyaylmer9768]

Mean streets , Mr White, Mr wolf , clockers etc...

[@paulstieler4468]

Defines New York

[@JasonNisa]

Of course Reservoir Dogs

[@JasonNisa]

Also Pulp Fiction

[@judithcampbell1705]

Meyer used to bring little gifts to my mother in Miami Beach. Much respect for the Lansky family. Thank you 💛 Michael and Mr Lansky. It's been a pleasure and an honor to see you both.

[@donShane1984srbija]

Meyer Lansky has to be one of the most mysterious character in a mob world!

[@mitchellfelder2420]

I would like to thank Meyer Lansky for the crucial help he gave to Israel in 1947.

[@michelleritter7712]

CORRECT!

[@mikenman100]

Harvey Kietel did such a good job! It was great seeing him in one last mob role.

[@duquettebeats6312]

One of the best movies I've seen in years. That's how bad Hollywood has become. This movie had originality charisma and kept me involved. This is a movie i could watch over and over.

[@Gmthekiller]

"Old man yelling at clouds"

[@suat365]

Harvey Keitel: one of the greatest actor of all time

[@HRHBoof]

My sincere gratitude goes to Meyer for joining in on this video. To hear about Meyer Sr. from a family member is priceless. In addition, my respect to you Michael as Meyer. Did you ever ask Meyer II how it feels to have the same name as his Grandfather? He was such a formidable figure.

[@michaeltheewolf]

Genetics are amazing lol. He resembles his grandfather very much so. I like how he said enough without saying too much. A lesson some people could learn in this generation times have really have changed.

[@damianstarks3338]

Awesome review Meyer lansky is one of the iconic mobsters.

[@damianstarks3338]

@@michaelfranzese don’t mention it you got great interviews !

[@Georgemeister777]

Just recently found out about this channel Mr. Franzese, always fascinated about that change of lifestyle of yours. I'm from Greece, but have an uncle who run a restaurant in Brooklyn. He shut it down, full of Chinese and Puerto Ricans down there nowadays. Any stories about you interacting with the Greek community in NY? God bless you and your beautiful family

[@delstanley1349]

For anyone who hadn't already seen it, there is a 1971 interview with the real Meyer Lansky when he was in Israel trying to get citizenship there. It's on KZbin. He has a rich baritone voice.

[@benderbendingrofriguez3300]

like the voice from his nephew?

[@Jay-n262]

Israel turned him away even though he gave them millions $ for weapons.

[@Jay-n262]

Dying for a country halfway around the world. Our politicians worry more about Middle Eastern borders than our own. We also send $3.8 billion to Israel every year and they get free health care, do we nope. All this Iran and Syria nonsense is Israel's problem not ours. Trump actually wanted to get our troops out of Syria but the deep state was undermining him. Now old Joe is sending more troops over there.

[@paultaylor7059]

Maybe your government cares more about being able to do business, including arms sales, with these countries than it does about the lives of your military.

[@Jay-n262]

@@paultaylor7059 on 9/10/2001 Rumsfeld announced $3 trillion vanished from the Pentagon. The next day it was hit in the accounting dept. The video is still up. They stopped talking about it after the day after. Trump said Saudi Arabia was involved in the trade center attack.

[@Donnie8888]

A sit down with Harvey Keitel, boy that would be something.

[@BostonsF1nest]

He couldn’t get him on lol

[@southside3216]

Really great stuff Michael... it's amazing that there's only a few around that can give us a glimpse into the past... and you deliver it better than anyone... thank you...

[@zareththealchemist8982]

Many years ago I met Meyers Grandson when he was a bartender in a casino. That namebadge, Meyer Lansky, blew my mind. I told him I met his granddad one day at the Eden Roc in Miami Beach when he was at a cabana playing pinochle with my employer at the time, Max Rubenstein. Time flies in a small world. Meyer I was the genius behind IT ALL.

[@chanang453]

Just because you met an old Lansky doesnt make him the genius behind it all.....it was a mob of gangsters who formed a group to stop fighting with each other...without the Italians it would never have been...

[@andyusfca]

@@chanang453 God will not be mocked!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@MarcP5267]

We stayed at the Eden Roc every year and I met Lansky but didn’t know who he was. He played jin with all the owners of car dealerships like Don Rosen etc etc

[@victorblock3421]

@@chanang453 Why such hatred? Italians, Jews worked together and the Italians would be nowhere in that era without the Jews. And the Jews were helped by the Italians. Lansky helped the Italians to create a proper structure and to cooperate with each other and make money instead of killing each other. Then you had idiots like Gotti knock them back to the stone age. Lansky and all the great leaders became what they were because they delivered value.

[@victorblock3421]

@@MarcP5267 I was there several times in the 70's, and also the Saxony. Would've been cool to meet him.

[@collazostudios8690]

Looking forward to this sit down and movie review. Big fan of you, Michael.

[@johngulotta7951]

Did the family get any of that money

[@scottstephens4732]

Thank you Mr Franzese, You've educated me to a point that I've been able to take a step back, look at myself to rebuild, have my partner & little girl back in my life, to believe in myself more to be a better man. Bless you sir. Thank you.

[@craiganderson3919]

Good for you man. Michael helps more people than he realizes. Mr Franzese is a inspiration!

[@johynsmith]

I heard him say 'Delancy street' wow! Great inside insight. The hits keep coming Michael! Awesome.

[@ricklaponte5869]

Your sit downs keep getting better and better Michael always enjoy them!

[@gonefishing6957]

Good movie,good interview! Love the part of the interview when he said his grandpa told him"write a few letters,read a few good books & have a few good friends."💯🔥

[@jesperpetersen636]

Hello Michael. I am a folower from Denmark. Just wanted to say that i apreciate your videoes and you are a proof to me that Real change Can be made. Thank you for your work and inspiration

[@godquest52]

Michael another great & "Unique" sit down and what a pleasure to see the grandson of Lansky who knows a lot about his grandfather, just as you know things about you Dad "Sonny", that you have told us about Michael. This is another Grand Slam and home run. See you Thursday Michael during the sit down!

[@ericsanchez6263]

Dont forget THE Penalty (1920) with Lon Chaney Sr, boss. Its a forgotten classic that deerves your watch and review. Its literally a pre prohibition mob film. Amazingly, a majority of those scene locations still exist in San Francisco.

[@bhall4996]

Mr. Mike, You've done it again. Wonderful vid. I wish mainstream media was this professional & enjoyable to watch. Love Ya Michael- Blessins' from Boston

[@JP-pl1fx]

I watched the movie Michael and I have to say your review is what sold me. I didn’t even know this was out yet but thanks to you I was able to hear a great synopsis of a historical figure from that life. Peace n blessings.

[@Evelynshere]

Thanks for bringing us an interesting window into the past.

[@Randall2023]

Good interview brothers Rest in power Rest in Peace Meyer Lansky

[@fredocorleone9860]

Another great sit-down many thanks Michael

[@BigPete44]

Awesome Michael!! Have a great week!! God Bless from The Bronx 👊🙏🙏🇺🇸

[@markfisher8559]

Just when I thought these sitdowns couldn't get any better this happens actually sitting talking to Meyer lanskys grandson epic

[@galencox4278]

Michael, a totally fantastic sit down. I can't wait to see the movie. Great job as usual.

[@briankrogsdale5301]

Love this interview!!!!!! Michael your channel is going to be huge. Keep up the good work.

[@christopherbennefield3321]

This is exciting! God bless you sir!!

[@michaelgay-crosier7500]

Harvey kietel aged perfectly into the role. Great actor! Thanks again Michael!

[@modifiedcarclips1617]

Absolutely love the Continue! And absolutely look forward to mob movie Mondays! Hope you have a great week Michael keep up the awesome content

[@TonyVerrazano]

Wow. Surprise guest on this one. Wasn't expecting that!

[@blond0577]

I’d love to hear more with Mr. Meyer ll. A long sit down would be awesome!

[@moviejunkpodcast]

Bugsy and Meyers restaurant is amazing! One of the best steaks in Vegas. I love how you have to work through the Deli to get to the restaurant. Reminds be of the Godfather 2. Great interview Michael. Please keep it up!

[@LUCKYB.]

Mike. You broke records. Here on the tube. You. Been on here. 3 years and knocking. On the door of a. Million. Subscribers. . 👍👌

[@lawrenznarido9660]

got so much love for you michael! great stuff every time! sending support from the philippines!

[@reginascott4634]

I really enjoy your program because it makes me feel closer to my deceased father and 8 uncles. Mob or not if you’re Italian you have a lot in common.

[@colinjamesedwards9240]

Mr Franzese, only been subscribed with you a couple of days. I have watched a couple of interviews but i love your respect for the people you knew and talked about i will watch a lot more especially the Mob Mondays...

[@danielflores6136]

Hey brother Michael. God Bless you for doing His work. Stay strong and love this movie.

[@The20027]

I love listening to the way of a person and their choices of life's experiences ...great

[@lynnmitzy1643]

Thank you, Michael. God bless you and yours. ❤🕊

[@kgagarin5699]

Another great one Michael, thank you!

[@MWPintheD]

Bravo. Love Mob Movie Monday's - love the interview Michael. Thank you sir.

[@joannebarber4845]

Thanks for reviewing this great film. Lansky was my favorite and after this film I love him even more. It is always good to learn what is real in film and what is not. Thanks again.

[@andybiondi3626]

Wow, this is so amazing and high-class. A discussion with Meyer Jr about his grandfather and how he compared to the movie. Like the movie or not (I loved it) this was easily Harvey's finest performance of his life as an actor. Very little action yet completely captivating. Bonus for the lime shirt. I could pull that off.

[@TheGoodfellas.]

Great way to start the week, Thank you Michael!

[@realRainz]

Excellent conversation, thank you Michael

[@ShredderSensei]

I just realized this is the Meyer Lansky II from Deadliest Warrior fame 😂 you can see him tear it up in the Jesse James vs Al Capone episode. Amazing

[@darrellgarrett72]

I Love Watching Mob Movie Mondays!! Thanks Michael!

[@welvendagreat3654]

Hey Michael, please make a movie review "THE MANY SAINTS OF NEWARK" when it get out, have high expectations of this one and I have a feeling it wont let me down! Tony Soprano played by gandolfinis son, its gonne be incredible.

[@melmc9672]

Yes!!!

[@adamethridge7824]

I’m excited about a sopranos movie prequel

[@alanshadastrokeanddiedinho2897]

NO!!!!

[@bodhi8297]

If this one doesn’t put asses in theater seats you might as well give up on people going out to see a movie

[@alanshadastrokeanddiedinho2897]

I don't want to see or hear a review about make believe fictionalize characters. I want to hear or see reviews about real people.

[@jancoyote52]

Fascinating interview Michael. Thanks👌

[@MichaelJeffers75]

IMO, Meyer was thee most accomplished American gangster of all time. He thrived in an Italian dominated underworld and made it to the other end of life with his money, freedom and dignity.

[@BostonsF1nest]

He was successful but Carmine Galante is often overlooked as a successful gangster. His net worth was estimated at almost $15 Billion

[@MichaelJeffers75]

@@BostonsF1nest Galante got clipped, Lansky didn't. Meyer didn't have the leg up made guys did, yet he managed to thrive in that world.

[@stephenfleg8028]

lol and how did it end for Galante?

[@BostonsF1nest]

@@MichaelJeffers75 I’d say Frank Costello was more accomplished than Meyer Lanksy

[@MichaelJeffers75]

@@BostonsF1nest Frank Costello was a made guy and he threw in his own towel like Torio when the going got tough. Costello is a poor example, Gambino would have been a better example, but he too was a made guy and made guys have that advantage, one that Meyer was never given.

[@jeromykriege]

ML2 is an awesome guy-he’s here at the Red Rock casino all the time.

[@marioserrano6333]

He doesn't seem to more about his grandfather than people who have read up on the mob.

[@melmc9672]

Is he wealthy?

[@Bear_Arms]

Red Rock is a nice joint.

[@jeromykriege]

@@melmc9672 🤷‍♂️ he never offered to buy me a drink

[@davidford9010]

Finally have the time to finish listening to this program. It was great

[@EarlSmith2469]

Thank you, Michael. My people were toughguys too. Much respect from Vegas.

[@Rsoto9185]

Hey you hit the 600K mark! Congratulations 👏! You have a huge fan here. Much respect from Ridgewood Queens

[@andrepellegrini2849]

WOW! great interview, keep them coming,

[@markgoggin1015]

You always make the message in the story bigger than the story. The message in a story is what affects people emotionally. Very good thought questioning.

[@pamboskourtoulos5239]

Wow a really interesting interview and movie review. Nice one Michael. Greetings from Cyprus

[@cmcampbell]

Thank you Don Michele wow you brought his grandson very very interesting I will watch the movie again Grazie

[@Lee-lilo-Noto]

Just catching up on some KZbin videos missed few days. What an amazing MMM with You having Myer Lansky grandson along for. Agree with Michael that Myer definitely was very up there/well respected when it came to the Italian mafia dealing with gambling. When Luciano considers a man to have at his right hand and such a close friend it's hard to deny Myers power. Now with the traditions of Cosa Nostra I'm sure there was many things Myer wasnt able to be apart of. Great one Michael and God bless you!💪🙏

[@boykokamenski3269]

Michael This was a wonderful episode of your show💪🤝

[@diamondrattler7453]

Amazing conversation. Loved it.

[@DaveOriginallyfromBrooklyn]

I’ve been friends with Mike since day one. What he’s done is amazing. Smartest ex mob guy. By a lot.

[@KM-YouTube]

Harvey Keitel is perfect for this role. Harvey did such a good job in the Irishman as Angelo Bruno....I didn't know Harvey Keitel was actually Jewish until researched him. So this role is probably like a capstone for him in Mob related films. When you think famous Jewish Mobsters, you think Rothstein, Sigel and Lanksy. Oh yeah and Dutch Shultz too.

[@codylupul5608]

Lepke

[@wescollins7021]

@@codylupul5608yeah I think lansky and lepke

[@JayCity10]

What about Greesythumbs?

[@germannproud8503]

Isnt Dutch Schultz. German and jewish

[@wescollins7021]

@@germannproud8503 he is isn't that a hell of a combination

[@insulani]

Thank you Mr. Franzese.🙏

[@Trisherboops]

Wow what an awesome treat getting to see Meyer Lansky’s grandson

[@winzeo7]

Happy Monday Michael Franzese. Thank you for another Mob Movie Monday

[@BigRon.215]

Good to see another video from you Michael keep up the good work💯

[@TomThai90]

Great episode! I love hearing from relatives of the old skool mob guys.

[@seyta0624]

Meyer LANSKY was born in Poland and when asked always referred to Poland as his place of birth.

[@johnleonard8406]

An excellent review Michael. Very interesting to see the reaction from an actual relative (and namesake) of Lansky

[@kimbattles2399]

Hi Mr. Franzese, this was Really Great. I plan to check out the film also. Wanted to say that your background for this video is Beautiful along with your green shirt. I always Appreciate your POSITIVITY. Hoping you Wife, Daughters, Sons are ALL VERY WELL.

[@javierpanadero2060]

Having read Selwyn Raab's book, Five Families, this interview fleshes out detail that the book emphasizes, that Lansky was a significant figure but that the Feds estimates of his fortune at the end were typical Federal hyping of the magnitude of their cases. As mentioned, it's a lot more likely that Anastasia was the driving force behind Murder Inc. rather than Lansky. This interview is as good as it gets, on a level with the work you did with Joe PIstone. Thanks for putting this together.

[@buraotgaming001]

Lansky has been my idol for 15 years. Lovely content, God bless you boss!

[@laurenrocker75]

This has to be the best Mob Movie Monday review! I enjoyed the movie myself. But have Meyer Lansky the 2nd be part of it and to have his input is really cool.

[@HRHBoof]

Michael, is it strange that I'm obsessed with the OGs? In a world of crime they had honor......much like you Michael. Some of them like Meyer Lansky and Aniello Dellacroce just had a presence that commanded respect. I doubt that's the case in the present day Mafia. Thank you for keeping them alive and in our minds. I feel that no matter what their business was, they need to be remembered. This video does a great job. Well done, Michael.

[@paulmistretta8326]

Another solid sit down! Very informative!

[@MidnightOil08]

Great man. I always respected and love the Italians. God blessed them with many gifts. From designers to so many good things in life

[@johns5760]

I find you and your videos very inspiring Michael...Looking forward to the movie..

[@jayveebee2095]

My paternal grandfather was an associate of Lansky and Siegel in the Lower East Side of Manhattan. Born Jacob Goldberb, he changed his name to Jack Mayer (that's a story in and of itself) and continued his work with Lansky - after the hit on Ben Siegel - in L.A., Vegas, and Phoenix. Known as the best "fixer" of horse races in the business.

[@eytanbettelheim5714]

Hi Mickel I had the honor to met Mr Lanski on the beach near by Tel Aviv. I was in the age of 18 and he was a very nice old man .One thing that you didn't point, is the great sense of humor that he had.

[@josephdufour385]

Another great interview Mr.Mike..Thanks

[@alanshadastrokeanddiedinho2897]

Interesting insight into Meyer Lansky. Couple of insights. I read that Lansky lived in a suburban area of Miami as oppose to living in a gated mansion. Did the movie show that? Lansky didn't go to the temple. But rabbis showed up at his death bed. That is strange to me.

[@andefina5676]

I once met someone who said they met Meyer Lansky, Lansky's eyes were like the eyes of a shark, Lansky saw a lot, & they didn't give much away.

[@johnfitzgeraldkennedy5265]

I’m watching that tomorrow! Thanks so much for the review!

[@OcarinaSapphr-]

Interesting review, Michael Really looking forward to the next review of ‘Making of the Mob’

[@peteyn.y.7960]

Shout out from Yonkers Mike!! Great stuff! 🙌🙏🇺🇸

[@newearth8470]

@@Guillermo_Carratero Not bad. Although I think this went over a few of the viewers heads.

[@stacymcdonald5247]

Wow..Very Interesting Sitdown!!!Thanks Michael!!!!❤

[@benderbendingrofriguez3300]

I am studding accounting, and Meyer Lansky is an inspiration for me.

[@johnv6806]

Im sure he would be thrilled he got more people into taxes

[@higherpower4653]

Hope you come to Pennsylvania soon!

[@RuthAmezcua-rx9gp]

This is a great movie captured all my attention through the whole time . Shared it with many, great information.

[@TihetrisWeathersby]

I can only imagine what it's like being the Boyfriend of one Michael's daughters, Imagine the Intimidation "You do anything to my Daughter I'm going to make you disappear"

[@chipsthedog1]

It would be like that country song "doesn't matter if you get her home a couple minutes after curfew I'm going to be up cleaning my gun anyway"

[@Rtie189]

@@chipsthedog1 lucky for him,he’s a felon and not allowed 🚫,someone in the household has one though,I bet .

[@chipsthedog1]

@@Rtie189 that's like saying there are no drugs in America as they are illegal. 😁

[@mishloud4215]

just watched Lansky thanks to you for suggesting it and really loved it. thank you