The most authentic mob movie EVER? | Reviewing my favorite movie

[@TheButcherClan]

I find it amazing that Michael’s father lived to 103. That’s a long time for a made man, it’s rare. Incredible.

[@domingorubies656]

Specially for one of the most respected and recognized made guys and Underboss

[@andrewmachado6988]

His father was an Underboss.

[@Pappy214]

That’s a long time for any man!

[@richardhuddleston7086]

Because he was made

[@richardhuddleston7086]

I'm not religious but Mike better hope there didn't a hell

[@rustysqueezebox8]

I remember a long time ago you said this gotti film was the most accurate I knew it before I even watched your video today. You stick to your word nothings changed haha

[@412StepUp]

Me too

[@nebatngulube8017]

@@412StepUpbrilliant movie. They have it on KZbin. And replay value is high

[@Tedkelvin]

I said it before the movie was released...how time flies.

[@johnmassoud930]

The 1996 Gotti film was amazing. Armand Assanti and Anthony Quinn nailed their roles.

[@Opedanderson]

In my opinion, the most accurate mob movie ever

[@anhell32]

I remember ...my father subscribed to hbo and told me..eyyyy....let's watch this movie..looks good...the rest is history..amazing movie

[@RRTNZ]

God Bless you Michael. Thanks for reminding us that redemption is possible through Faith. We can be better, if we let God help us. All the best.

[@conniejenni5504]

Oh please! Michael Franzese is a con man. He not only made millions for the mafia, he made billions. How do you think he got out alive? And now he has found religion? He extorted people, beat people up, broke their knees and murdered them. Like every other TV preacher who has has found religion… He is a con man. Pure and simple.

[@karlwood7329]

That Neil and Gotti scene with the two zips is by far the best scene ever. I've watched that movie so many times.

[@mattcollins4395]

On my soul. Neil broke down the lesson.

[@Kwaj]

*Neil Dellacroce:* You know, Big Paul went to Don Carlo for permission to have you whacked. It came... _this_ close. I told Don Carlo you were like a son to me. That touched the old man; he told Paul to give you a pass. But if Don Carlo had said you gotta go, I would've come here today with these two zips, and you would _GO._

[@Ronin4614]

My granddad was from Calabria. The film “Gotti” starring Armand Assante is my favorite film too, Michael. I appreciate you covering it so well. A Bronx Tale reminds me so much of my time in NYC. If there is a film coming about you, Michael, I hope it comes out while I am still here, I would not miss it. Thank you, Michael; God Bless.

[@Camerasdontlie]

@@Ronin4614 a movie about Michael would be very very good but and I say this with a very heavy heart. All the actors that would have made a big difference in the movie have all passed away. Just look at the amount of people left alive from the sopranos not many. A bronx tail same thing. The believable ones. Now the way I would do it is go to acting schools and pick fresh raw talent. That’s just my opinion but who am I.

[@faisalsyed1170]

@@Camerasdontlie there is a serioes about him in the works, i think it should be done by now

[@Palendrome]

Michael I never get tired of you talking about this movie. My brother and I grew up in the 90s, we first knew Armand because we loved him as Odysseus in the Odyssey. He is the best Odysseus thats ever been on film!

[@mat7083]

Sean Bean had potential though

[@BaronSaturday66]

Armand was also in an episode of Kojak... a good one. Not that Kojak had any bad episodes. 🍭

[@ArenTainment]

You gotta be from the ‘90s when you love Armand as an actor in Odysseus and as Gotti! My brother and I had the same experience!

[@overcomerbtboj]

I’ve loved armand assante ever since little darlings - that really dates me 🤣 but i really fell in love with him when he did napoleon and josephine with Jacqueline bissett - it was a tv miniseries and he was great - the best napoleon ever- he’s been one of my actor crushes ever since - he is such an underrated actor

[@Palendrome]

@@overcomerbtboj I didnt realize he played Napoleon, sounds awesome! I will check it out

[@vincentfrusci7745]

I agree with you on the biker scene in a Bronx tale. That was definitely one of my favorite scenes in the whole movie. I used to love watch that scene over and over again when I was about 9 years old.

[@Vincent_Napolitano]

1996 Gotti movie was indeed brilliant.

[@MRGRIMZ89]

I just saw your '91 interview on a program called "badfellas" and GOD bless you Mr. Franzese for finding peace and faith.

[@conniejenni5504]

That is laughable. The guy is a murderer and a thief. He didn’t find religion… He uses it like every other TV preacher… He’s a con man.

[@AbdulGabagool83]

I watched this on a flight on my phone last year, then watched it again I was so blown away. I’ve watched it in the background while working/gaming 100 times since then I love movies that rely on pure strong dialogue Thanks for first mentioning it Mike!

[@michaelharrison3602]

Anthony Quinn absolutely made that movie for me

[@oas1963]

The godfather scene with Michael planning on killing the turk and the police captain is a great scene.

[@88Cherif]

Don Michael, great respect to you from this humble German fan! I’m an attending surgeon and I’ve been working in this job for quite a while. Still, your experience and wisdom help me with doing my job better and to be more assertive in the way I carry myself and I want to thank you for that!

[@miguelibarra84]

The best for me is Marlon Brando in The Godfather. No dialogue. No words. Just his facial expressions and his hand movements. The greatest I ever seen.

[@johnadams2833]

"You talk about vengeance... is vengeance gonna bring your son back to you? or my boy to me? [...] but i am a superstitious man, and if some unlucky accident should befall him [...] then i'm going to blame some of the people in this room, and then i do not forgive. but that aside, let me say that i swear..." masterful

[@miguelibarra84]

@@johnadams2833 if you write a book about acting, you gotta have him in it!

[@czarnicholas_]

This was the first mob movie I ever saw, and it's still my favorite to this day.

[@danieljones8587]

Im gonna go get the papers, get the papers. One of my favorite lines from Jimmy two times in Goodfellas.

[@grimmben4898]

I think the most interesting thing about this movie and a lot of mob movies is the exhibition of the duality of man. The line between good and evil runs through every man's heart. I probably quoted that wrong but I think it's accurate. Have a nice day 🙂

[@soonermagic24]

I watched gotti on accident many years ago. It was on tv at work and I thought it was going to be a corny version of the gotti story. I was so into it after about 10 minutes, I quit watching so I could rewatch the entire movie at home that night. what an underrated movie

[@mojaave]

"5-10 years from now, they’re gonna wish there was an American Cosa Nostra. 5-10 years from now, they’re gonna miss John Gotti."

[@markmckenzie3608]

Best mob movie ever

[@shawnbrian3850]

I rather have organized crime then unorganized crime. I’m not saying they did good things but for the most part if you were not part of that world you were left alone

[@dboyddon9697]

"Squeezes a Quarter to The Eagle screams"

[@jaimesonritter3375]

love this line ^

[@SandmanGotBeer]

Bra, if it's a choice between the cartels and the Mafia, it's no contest. At least the Mafia had feelings for this country. We may have to bring back the Mafia in order to combat the cartels because the government doesn't have the will to.

[@MackArelius]

So glad you reviewed scenes from this one mike, rented this movie from blockbuster back around the year 2000, it's still my favorite mob movie of all time, great selection of actors, tremendous scenes, no overacting, thanks.

[@chrisd.sephiroth2500]

The thing is, for me for example, I made a lot of mistakes. I lived in France, in a ghetto and we used to watch gangster films when we were young. And we wanted to be the same... We did a lot of stupid things. We beat people "almost" to death, stole, organized scams, shot people, hanging people out of the 18th floor window... And years later, I still love "mafia" films, and I don't regret anything, but I say to myself that even though I acted like an idiot. And that's why I watch this channel. I settled down, I earn a good living, and now I live in Poland, far from all that, and I'm happy... I love your channel Michael! Keep it up!

[@angelorosini4326]

My father was an enforcer for the Irish mob he watched over two old Shultz brothers. Every morning at a couple restaurants they did their business. Everybody reading the paper and drinking coffee. Everyone was mostly unaware of the two old men setting in the corner. Few would come and go at their table. That was their office.

[@planreview]

Angelo, I grew up in a Chicago Outfit “soldier” neighborhood. Low level bosses and mostly soldiers. 15 years after I moved away, I came back to town with my 15 year old son. In the bakery/coffee shop, with the social club through an interior doorway. As we ate, I was aware of the business that was being conducted all around us. An argument broke out in the back corner and began to escalate. I knew most everyone in there and immediately slipped out with my son. The business was always hiding in plain sight, depending on the neighborhood and if you were aware.

[@bradchristy5002]

Excellent presentation. You are doing great work. Congratulations on your wine and success. Well deserved & certainly earned.

[@pavXX]

Love Sonny's (Chazz P) character in the Bronx Tale. Particularly funny is driving his red convertible backwards.. Lol so on the mark. Yeah the bar scene was awesome. Those guys ran the neighborhoods at that time. And you didn't mess around..

[@evelynandersson2368]

Thanks again Michael for a fun recap of mob movies episodes. I love hearing how you bring life into them. And yes we need a prayers for this country. God help us and God Bless America. Ciao

[@rainman42]

I LOVE THE INTRO THEME TO THAT MOVIE...THE MUSIC, SHOWING THE MUGSHOTS...BRILLIANT!!

[@christinaweinmangeriatrics1689]

I absolutely love your channel so much. I’m mostly Italian with a little Irish and My Nona raised me and my little brother when we lost our parents very young. I love our traditions and family is the most important and I have always loved learning about the history and culture and I also have studied the history of the mafia and I can’t wait to get your book and I have read the books of that life and also I have read Albee Demos book Sins of my Father. When I was young and my peers would always ask me if my Family was in the mafia and I would say that was our secret. I am from Baltimore and our Little Italy is not the same as it used to be. The crime rate is so high in the city and I always looked forward to the Italian Festival and we used to go every weekend for dinner at the league. I would love to watch a live stream with you and the wonderful community that you have created. Please stay blessed❤❤❤❤❤

[@thedivil666]

watched gotti a year ago on your advice Michael, amazing film Assante and Quinn do a brilliant job. the subtleties in the sit down between Neal, Gambino and Castellano love it when Castellano swears and Gambino replies "no need to curse paulie no need"

[@zenan316]

I just rewatched this film and I must say I think if this film had a bigger production budget it would be universally on par with godfather and Goodfellas because this film was fantastic from start to finish Extremely underrated classic

[@Greymange]

I think the fact it didn't have the same budget gives it much of its charm. It was completely about setting, story and acting.

[@SilverMist0121]

What's it called pls ?

[@georgekouts]

@@SilverMist0121 Gotti

[@ShanesHQ]

​@@GreymangeYou are bang on 🎯

[@Charles-xe2qh]

I'm so glad that you've reviewed this movie as it will bring it to a much wider audience which it richly deserves. Like you, I find the bar scene between Quinn and Assante to be the best in the film, and I often rewatch that scene. I actually sometimes catch myself saying 'you cannot do such and such' in the same vocal style as Quinn which is a bit embarrassing! 😂😂 In some ways Quinn also reminds me in this scene of my late father.

[@kevindillard3507]

Agreed.. the HBO Gotti movie is the most underrated & under appreciated mob movie in history!

[@MilosVucetic99]

Mike looks like he is in fifties, damn! God bless you Mike!

[@safeandeffectivelol]

He looks better now than he did 40 years ago when he was a scrawny kid. He's looking solid like a rock. I need to start doing some pushups and squats

[@Magnify615]

If Don Carlo said you had to go, I would have come here today with these two zips and you would go. Best line of the movie and one of the best lines in any mob movie.

[@rishikesh1087]

This movie came out on HBO when my friends and were sixteen or so. We loved it. It has been very interesting over the years to hear you speak about the accuracy of this movie. We obviously had no idea of it's accurate depiction of that life back then and only know now due to you.

[@voneeto]

I totally agree, "Gotti" is my favorite mob film. I'm surprised so many people never saw it.

[@sud75]

Another authentic mob movie is Donnie Brasco. All performance's and dialogues are so memorable till this day!

[@skipanardoross6805]

Certainly part of it is because we think similarly but, I appreciate when Michael talks about the issues we have in the US.

[@maryredwine2052]

As a Movie Freak, I totally agree with you about Cheesey Movies. I cut them right off! God Bless you 😊

[@adhc8560]

I rewatched "Gotti" after being reminded of it here. Both Armand Assanti and the movie were sadly underrated. I love it.

[@TonyVerrazano]

Literally one of my favorite movies of all time. Can't count how many times I've rewatched. Just a great great performance from start to finish.

[@briani3798]

Michael Franzese, brave man to walk away from the mob at that time, love the videos, all the respect to you sir

[@FatherFirst]

I really want and need to watch Boardwalk Empire. God Bless Michael!!!

[@DGolfer60]

I watched the 1996 Gotti film on your recommendation and found it to be a very interesting window into that life. While as a Christian I could never endorse that life, the one thing that resonated with me as a career military man in this film and a couple of others was in the end when he says "there's no love for this country" and that's very true. We have seen that play out over the last several years and it does make me wonder if the government went after organized crime to eliminate their criminal competition and not for the reasons they would have us believe. It's time that God's truth come out for all to see because we have been kept in the evil darkness for far too long. Thanks Michael and God Bless

[@Cashcrop54]

This scene with Anthony Quinn is my very favorite. When he says "you never break the rules" his eyes look like they were drilling into Gotti. I have been watching "The Making of the Mob". Ray Lotta narrates. Have you seen that?

[@alisapendgraft4465]

I absolutely loved that documentary.

[@Cashcrop54]

@@alisapendgraft4465 I might watch it again tonight!

[@SpacedOutDoonie]

You gotta review the sit down scene in Tulsa King S2E6. I love mob scenes like this, its so fascinating to me and funny too, I cant get enough of shit like that.

[@lonewolf-fq3kc]

Armand Assante's speech at the beginning of Gotti was one of the best opening scenes I've seen in any movie! Every line is iconic and I hope the film keeps getting the recognition that it deserves. His best line was, “Five, ten years from now, they're gonna wish there was an American Cosa Nostra. Five, ten years from now..... they're gonna miss John Gotti."

[@paulmerriweather2858]

Could listen to this guy all day…💯👍🏾

[@jbrdfrd3]

Michael F - I just watched the ‘96 Gotti movie based upon your recommendation. I loved it! Definitely part of the canon.

[@seanbaros-qe1rp]

Once Upon A Time In America is another good one!! Hope you're doing well Michael!! Have a good week!!

[@bollox679]

Along with Goodfellas and Cool hand luke once upon a time in America is in my all time top 3 movies absolutely love it. I think it's the most underrated movie of all time. Even the soundtrack is great fantastic movie.

[@Bull9mbe]

God bless you Michael, I also love Armand Assante's version of Gotti too, my favourite mob movie would be The Godfather though, I genuinely believe it to be a work of art accurate or not, I love watching you on KZbin, I have a genuine interest in all things mob related in America and Italy, I find it very fascinating, I don't glamourize it just love the characters through history and how they made their way up, these people make a great story for film, I look forward to seeing your movie when its made as well, keep up the great work, Kind regards from Lincolnshire in England 🙏

[@MCastleberry1980]

Its always wild when someone can review movies through the lens of knowing the people they are about personally. So many mobsters become almost mythological in the way they are talked about, you almost forget these were real people.

[@CaseyHarrisSr]

Good for you to be patient and understanding the movie process. One screenplay writer who befriended my group helped us understand the process. Great video brother, Casey in AZ

[@alcottdevalte7440]

The scene between Quinn and Asanta at the graveyard is simply fireworks and brilliant.

[@akeholm465]

Watched the movie right away. It was a good movie as you promised. Thank you so much for the tip. 👍

[@oscarbills118]

Literally my favourite movie, i swear ive watched this everyday for the past year and easy over 5,000 times since release to the point I could mimic every line, Armand absolutely killed this role aswell as the actor for Delacroce and Angelo Rugierro, such an underated film that depicted that life

[@Fiona-b7i]

Michael if there is a movie coming out about you as you were mentioning I think I might have to go back and listen to that part where you just said that but if there is I definitely want to see it.

[@SetInStoneNow]

I love your channel Michael, your reactions and insights are unmatched by anyone. This is a learning channel by a true teacher. I agree with your impression of Gotti, 1996. Standout performances all around. I've always wondered what you think of "The Vilachi Papers", 1972 with Charles Bronson? Maybe you could review this film in the future. Again, many thanks for a fantastic channel of learning. God bless. 🙏

[@lesterdiamond6190]

My all time fav scene is the Desert Scene where Pesci bawls out DeNiro.

[@hotpinkbear31]

God bless you and your family as well Michael

[@kevinhealey6540]

Anthony Quinn was considered for the part of Don Corleone. He played a Greek in the film "Zorba the Greek." The film was iconic in Greece. So much so, that when I told a Greek guy at work back in 90 that Anthony Quinn is a Mexican, he argued with me that that's not true and he's of Greek background. He took it very personal.

[@s.oliver5357]

Haha same here. My Mom hardly believed 😂❤

[@byronsmail1766]

I agree Michael! Gotti was a amazing moving, seems very accurate to the history. The main actors played the role so well. Another good one was Witness to the mob, I really liked that one also

[@zacqueeentertainment7336]

My favorite actor in this movie is Anthony Quinn. To me he stole every scene he was in. Armand Asante definitely gave a brilliant performance too.

[@ladyofthelake1841]

Anthony Quinn is a great actor. Old school.

[@johnadams2833]

No doubt in my mind. 1000% agreed. Pinches the air with, "it came *this close!"* I believe the man! My grandfather Victor, a man of few words, just like this. Never mincing words for small talk. In earnest, or silence, and when he spoke, people knew he meant business. Miss him every day.

[@CrGo-b4p]

2nd! one of the best channels I subscribe to. Great content franzese God bless brother!

[@PEKILE_ATTORNEYS]

Your wine advert caught my attention. I would like to have one on one discussion around something of that nature

[@Ch.y337]

Where is a HD version to watch the Gotti movie? The only one I can find is 720p at best. Michael you are the best! Respectfully, Deuce.

[@beeshor1]

Before I even watch this clip I already know that Michael is going to pick the HBO "Gotti" movie as the most realistic. I've heard him say this many times. But it's always cool to hear him talk about it.

[@magiclou]

Totally agree 👍🏼 that was a terrific movie and one of my favorites very well done

[@Don_Fanucci777]

Michael please post more content like this

[@BigWheelHawaii]

Like So Many,,, This Man Could of Run,,, ATT or US Steel,,, Michael Is Such a Smart Man !!! I Love The "Gotti Movie" With Armand Assante...

[@skeenz1990]

Yes please do live shows 👍👍👍 I’ll be tuning in

[@Non-Serviam300]

Assante is great. Always wanted to see more from him.

[@AFLAM-h5y]

I didn't watch this movie but I'm going to watch it. but I think the godfather 1972 and the Irishman 2019 is the greatest mob movie ever made in my opinion

[@rarrenberry8613]

GOD BLESS you and yours also!!! And thank you💪🏾❤️🙏🏾

[@dom_pazzo87]

Amazing, Mr. Franzese, thank you!!! Please talk about The Boardwalk Empire & Carlito's Way, I love them!! God Bless Us All! ✌️🖖!

[@joelcromwell5983]

I'm glad to hear you're watching more of The Sopranos. I'm looking forward to your opinion overall of Don Soprano.

[@marlenenoble-plumley4975]

I will have to watch it !! My Mother really liked the Sopranos and she was not a movie/tv watcher.

[@teodorandrei1871]

I'm sure that you're movie story will be great as well, we are waiting for it, good luck in making it.

[@mrwolf2972]

I don't agree with some of the stuff you say Michael, but this one you hit the nail right on the head. The 1996 HBO gotti movie was probably one of the best mob movies and never gets the credit it deserves I don't even think it's on HBO Max but I totally agree 💯% 👍

[@Casper1tfg]

I agree 100%.."Gotti" is by far the best Mafia movie there is. The scenes were well played and you could feel the tension and the realism. It actually portrayed what 'family' life was/is like.

[@chuckleatherwood9646]

I praise God for you my dear brother. I love your wisdom and insights. One funny mob movie I love is Danny DeVito and Joe Picopo called Wise Guys. Great ending too!

[@sean8470]

Salud Michael, I think the live is a great idea. Respect from TN

[@oas1963]

i agree the Gotti movie is very underrated. Great cast and many great scenes.

[@filmbuff2777]

Great video. Thanks for sharing.

[@zazenh]

Michael I agree 100%, Gotti 1996 is the best mob movie! And it's probably my favourite movie ever. Armand Assante, William Forsythe, Anthony Quinn, incredible and unforgettable.

[@mariannedippenaar8488]

Very very good information. Thanks

[@mjov6655]

I agree, Michael. It’s a great movie and often forgotten.

[@c.r.8666]

Enjoyed listening to what you think about the mob movies. Also, I heard that you're making a movie as well. When will it come out? Thank you, and God bless you too!

[@marcowilchiskyelmarky]

I'm gonna be honest with ya...this was a great video. Thanks, Michael.

[@angelorosini4326]

Miller Crossing is a great old time mob movie as far as story and entertainment. It's a classic.

[@frankcirrito6550]

Live Q&A stream? Great concept

[@davidmccann7018]

Hello from Ireland Michael. One movie you should watch is Once Upon a Time in America, made in 1984 directed by legendary Italian Film Maker Sergio Leone and Starring Robert De Niro, James Woods and Joe Pesci. A fantastic movie.

[@lisasteen66]

My dad’s family is all 100% Italian. To this day, I have a connection with mobster movies and shows. It’s not the killings and the crime that interests me. I am drawn to the way the characters speak to each other, and the kinds of interactions the families sometimes have. I understand the culture completely. My dad’s people were not part of the mob, but there is a similar style that all Italians use to move through life. The movie, which I relate best to is “ The Good Fellas.”

[@InventorGadget]

AGREED! Going to re-wach it tomorrow! ❤❤

[@erik1836]

Re your having a live KZbin discussion, Michael. First of all, I truly admire the amazing life you have lived and the insights you are sharing that you have drawn from your, shall we say, somewhat "unique" experiences therein! None of us is perfect, we often get caught up in powerful currents that at the time we don't fully comprehend the implications, meaning of and/or ultimate good or bad inherent to them. But - "Life is tough, and then we die". LOL The question I would have, if I were you with your channels message is what more do you feel having a KZbin live segment is going to accomplish over what your mentioned two live shows per week on Rumble gives - you, us - the cause? I, myself, haven't ever taken the time to participate in such live shows - of yours or anyone's - but rather find for instance your interviews with others at the top of their game like Chazz Palminteri - fascinating, informative, very interesting. So - my vote - up or down on the idea would hold little water nor meaning; but mayhap my question may prove helpful, I hope.

[@davids9465]

Please review The Penguin on HBO

[@jordanlover23]

I'll add a couple of my faves: Michael and Mo Greene in the hotel room talking in The Godfather. Michael and Hyman Roth in Roth's apartment, when Roth gets upset and says "I never asked who gave the order! Because this is the life we chose!"

[@brodiemucha7841]

Iv watched the movie a few times and it's an absolute masterpiece. I never thought Sopranos could be second to another tv series or film but yes this is no. 1.

[@cesarsanchez1734]

Blessings to you and your family 🙏

[@daiton-jon-f8179]

Michael and Sammy are both very articulate and calm people.

[@MrBraddles3128]

Uh...