Donnie Brasco (1997)

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"In 1978, the US government waged a war against organized crime. One man was left behind the lines."

Movie · 1997 · 2h 7m · Released · Rated R · Crime, Drama, Thriller

Synopsis

An FBI undercover agent infiltrates the mob and identifies more with the mafia life at the expense of his regular one.

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Cast

  • Johnny Depp as Donnie Brasco / Joseph D. 'Joe' Pistone
  • Al Pacino as Benjamin 'Lefty' Ruggiero
  • Michael Madsen as Dominick 'Sonny Black' Napolitano
  • Bruno Kirby as Nicholas 'Nicky' Santora
  • James Russo as Paulie
  • Anne Heche as Maggie Pistone
  • Željko Ivanek as Tim Curley
  • Brian Tarantina as Bruno
  • Rocco Sisto as Richard 'Richie' Gazzo
  • Zach Grenier as Dr. Berger

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BingeNext's take

If you’re into crime dramas that keep you on edge and feature complex characters, Donnie Brasco is a solid pick. Johnny Depp and Al Pacino bring a lot of depth to this 1997 film about an FBI agent who goes undercover in the mob and starts to blur the lines between his real life and the one he’s pretending to live. It’s intense and thoughtful, with a runtime of just over two hours, making it a good choice for a night when you want something gripping but not too long. The story explores loyalty and identity in a way that feels personal and real, so if you like movies like GoodFellas or The Departed, this one will probably hit the right notes for you. It’s a mix of drama and thriller that pulls you into a world where trust is fragile and every decision counts.

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