Uncovering the Real Gangs of New York

This brief look at mid nineteenth century New York City, a period of mass immigration, street gangs, political corruption, and the worst civilian insurrection in the country's history, lends insight into the inspiration for Martin Scorsese's new movie, Gangs of New York.

Release Date: July 01, 2003

Status: Released

Genres:

Documentary

History

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Cast

Bob Brown

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Kenneth Jackson

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Lucy Sante

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Rebecca Yamin

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Ruth Abram

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Tyler Anbinder

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Peter Quinn

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Brian Ferguson

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Daniel Day-Lewis

Daniel Day-Lewis

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Cameron Diaz

Cameron Diaz

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Liam Neeson

Liam Neeson

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Martin Scorsese

Martin Scorsese

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