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Calogero Anello is a streetwise nine-year old who lives in a small apartment under the strict guidance of his bus driver father Lorenzo. One day Calogero witnesses a murder committed by a local gangster boss, Sonny (Chazz Palminteri). After Calogero refuses to identify Sonny, the gangster takes the boy under his wing, gradually introducing him to a new way of life. Soon, Calogero finds himself torn between two fathers and two very different ways of life. Vividly evoking the sights and sounds of the Bronx, Robert De Niro’s directorial debut is a compelling tale of love and loyalty.
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19 of 21 people found the following review helpful
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A Bronx Tale is a charming and touching tale of a boy named Cologero who is torn between his bus drivning father, Lorenzo (Robert De Niro) and a local gangland boss named Sonny (Chazz Palaminteri).
Cologero witnesses a shooting outside his apartment involving Sonny. Cologero is then asked to identify the shooter. Knowing what the conciquences would be, Cologero lies and says he doesn't recognise the shooter (fully knowing it was Sonny). Sonny then sees something within Cologreo and takes him under his wing and teaches him all about the streets and making people respect you. This angers Lorenzo who doesn't want to see his son grow up to be a street gangster. Cologreo then has two fathers, one who he lives with and signs his report cards. And one who he runs errands for and rules the street with.
This movie tackles all aspects of the 1960's New York. Race, free love and communitee are all issues that easily recognisable here.
All the actors on display pull out great performances. De Niro as usual is on form and has worked wonderfully in his directorial debut. It makes you wonder why he isn't directing more nowadays. But my hat has to go off to Chazz Palaminteri who is effectivly convincing as the street wise gangster Sonny.
There are twists in the plot as the story continues and soon comes together for the very convincing ending (With a brief appearance from Joe Pesci). The last line is excellent, with the narrator saying, "To all New Yorkers, my story is just another Bronx Tale."
The only thing I would complain about this film is that there is to much 60's music, it's all good but I feel it's overused.
I think this film appeals to everyone, it will warm your heart and change your life. I think this is the most underrated film I've ever seen.
Cologero witnesses a shooting outside his apartment involving Sonny. Cologero is then asked to identify the shooter. Knowing what the conciquences would be, Cologero lies and says he doesn't recognise the shooter (fully knowing it was Sonny). Sonny then sees something within Cologreo and takes him under his wing and teaches him all about the streets and making people respect you. This angers Lorenzo who doesn't want to see his son grow up to be a street gangster. Cologreo then has two fathers, one who he lives with and signs his report cards. And one who he runs errands for and rules the street with.
This movie tackles all aspects of the 1960's New York. Race, free love and communitee are all issues that easily recognisable here.
All the actors on display pull out great performances. De Niro as usual is on form and has worked wonderfully in his directorial debut. It makes you wonder why he isn't directing more nowadays. But my hat has to go off to Chazz Palaminteri who is effectivly convincing as the street wise gangster Sonny.
There are twists in the plot as the story continues and soon comes together for the very convincing ending (With a brief appearance from Joe Pesci). The last line is excellent, with the narrator saying, "To all New Yorkers, my story is just another Bronx Tale."
The only thing I would complain about this film is that there is to much 60's music, it's all good but I feel it's overused.
I think this film appeals to everyone, it will warm your heart and change your life. I think this is the most underrated film I've ever seen.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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A Bronx Tale is the directorial movie debut of robert de niro in which he also stars and is a sentimential look at gangster life in the bronx,new york in the 1960s.Ultimately its a coming of age movie but more complicated as the main character is drawing lines between a normal life and a life of crime.
This is due to the fact that the main character looks up to his own father and the local mob boss for inspiration and obviously there are conflicting interests.
The film deals with racism,friendship and moral values and is equally violent and disturbing,for those who run with the devil usually get burnt,the film tugs at the heartstrings as well as the demon inside and is a rare treat.
This is due to the fact that the main character looks up to his own father and the local mob boss for inspiration and obviously there are conflicting interests.
The film deals with racism,friendship and moral values and is equally violent and disturbing,for those who run with the devil usually get burnt,the film tugs at the heartstrings as well as the demon inside and is a rare treat.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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On the streets of the Bronx there lies a story of a stand-up guy, a mafia and a kid trying to find his way between his two different lives..Based on Chazz Palminteri's (whose original name is Lorenzo Calogero Palminteri and you will understand why I mentioned this when you see the movie) play and Robert De Niro's directorial debut, this movie will change your life with the messages in it.You will be happy when your girlfriend passes the door test :) If you haven't seen it yet..what are you waiting for?
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a materpiece in movie making..
this movie blew my mind from the first time i ever saw it.. the story is just awesome .. unbelievably good .. Read more
Published 18 days ago by dave 38 internet user
how different relationships and people can shape your life.
(THE FILM):
In his directorial debut, two-time Academy Award-Winner Robert De Niro stars as Lorenzo Anello, a hard-working bus driver, who must stand up to the local mob boss... Read more
In his directorial debut, two-time Academy Award-Winner Robert De Niro stars as Lorenzo Anello, a hard-working bus driver, who must stand up to the local mob boss... Read more
Published 1 month ago by S. F. husseiny
A Brilliant Film
Sonny is the mob leader who takes Robert De Niro's son (Colagero) under his wing. He always told his son not to waste his talent, but the lifestyle is drags him in. Sad ending. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Mel Santino
SHAME ABOUT THE FORMAT
This is a great film, as all testify. However the one issue I have is that it is formatted in 4:3 which looks very strange and antiquated on today's big televisions. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Mungle Estronius Thorquip
I didn't want it to stop
I bought this film in a charity shop and had it for a couple of years before I fnally made myself watch it. Read more
Published 7 months ago by J. Rottweiller Swinburne
MASTERFULL...
Robert De Niro directs and brings Chas Palminteri's play perfectly to the big screen.A young kid taken under the wing of the local mafia Don. Read more
Published 9 months ago by deadkat77
Good movie
Missed an expected Niro performance. A strong plot but acting left lot to desire - perhaps because I wanted to see Niro in one of his Godfather renditions again!
Published 10 months ago by S. Siddhanta
Similar To Goodfella's
I had a feeling of Deja Vu seeing this film lots of It reminded me of the early parts of Goodfella's, which Involved De Niro as Jimmy here he was a working class stiff drivin g a... Read more
Published 14 months ago by P. WALKER
A well crafted story
Whether or not this film is derivative, it touched on many aspects of life in a convincing manner. The plot should be treated separately from its setting. Read more
Published 19 months ago by G. Gavigan
A classic in many ways.
I have now watched this movie in 2010 and I think it was made way back in the early 90's, almost 2 decades ago. Read more
Published on 20 Feb 2010 by Linda
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