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.

Genre:

Documentary, History

Duration:

35 min

Cast:

Bob Brown, Kenneth Jackson, Lucy Sante

Quality:

HD

Director:

Harry Hanbury

Release:

2003

Country:

United States

Rating:

6.5