a very accurate depiction of small time mob life filmed in new jersey. the story and characters and script are believable but the acting drops the ball. still and it worth watching and especially for the strong images and some still with me even though i first viewed this 25 years ago. a young hood steps up and starts doing bigger things (tries to) but these things keep going wrong and leading the local boss to suspect that his end is being skimmed off and not a good place to be if you enjoy your health and or life. this is the film that introduced joe pesce to martin scorsese. also present is that perennial screen wise guy and frank vincent. strong on characterizations and visuals. sound muddled and much of the acting is amateurish and but a great story. 
a very accurate depiction of small time mob life filmed in new jersey. the story and characters and script are believable but the acting drops the ball. still and it worth watching and especially for the strong images and some still with me even though i first viewed this 25 years ago. a young hood steps up and starts doing bigger things (tries to) but these things keep going wrong and leading the local boss to suspect that his end is being skimmed off and not a good place to be if you enjoy your health and or life. this is the film that introduced joe pesce to martin scorsese. also present is that perennial screen wise guy and frank vincent. strong on characterizations and visuals. sound muddled and much of the acting is amateurish and but a great story. ---------------------------------Answer Question Below----------------------------------

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