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- Finding Machine Guns and Mob History at New York City's Museum of the American GangsterSee a machine gun, bullets and even bank robber John Dillinger's death masks at this quirky museum that sits on the site of a 1920's speakeasy. Gangsters, bootleggers and booze are all part of this museum's history.
American Gangsters: Public Enemies of the 20th CenturyAt the turn of the Twentieth Century, a number of societal and economic changes in America gave rise to several notorious criminals like Bonnie and Clyde, and John Dillinger. Today, they live prominently in American pop culture.- StereotypesAn article discussing stereotypes that are portrayed by the media.
American Gangster Movie ReviewA critique of the film 'American Gangster', starring Denzel Washingto and Russell Crowe (2007).- Oscar Nominee: American GangsterI didn't see any of the Oscar-nominated Best Mvoies in the theatres, so this past week off from school was a mad catch-up via DVD. Though not nominated for Best Picture, American Gangster was one that I somewhat enjoyed.
- Move Review: America GangsterAn epic that is too epic? Too gangster or not enough? Good or bad?
- A Comparison of "Mr. Untouchable" to "American Gangster""Mr. Untouchable" is a documentary about Nicky Barnes that attempts to show the other side of the drama that unfolded when Frank Lucas was running New York City with his heroin traffic. Well not exactly, Nicky Barnes,
- Comparing Nicky Barnes, "Mr. Untouchable" and Frank Lucas, "American Gangster"Nicky Barnes stars in "Mr. Untouchable," directed by Marc Levin. Frank Lucas' story, "American Gangster," stars Oscar winners Denzel Washington (as Frank Lucas) and Russell Crowe, and is directed by the Oscar-nominated director Ridley Scott.
- Analysis of the 65th Annual Golden Globe NominationsThe ballots are in and the nominees have been selected. Read on to find out who was nominated, who wasn't, who will be the likely winners, who shouldn't be there at all and who I think should walk away with the trophies this time around.
- Movie Review: American GangsterMovie review of "American Gangster"
- American GangsterAmerican Gangster is Ridley Scott's contribution to the genre of the New York Dope Epic, of which it contains many of the clichés. This is no less the case just because American Gangster is based on a true story.
- Washington Dominates in Dark Morality TaleReview of new Denzel Washington/Russell Crowe movie "American Gangster."
"American Gangster" Stale and HeartlessIt was a loooooooooooooooooong story that did one thing well....drag out fact after fact after fact after fact. Not once in this movie did heart decide to come out and play a part.- American Gangster"American Gangster" offers us another brilliant piece of filmmaking from Ridley Scott who keeps his movie focused on his two main characters and the world around them with tremendous detail.
- Movie Review: American GangsterFrom shady cops to ruthless hoodlums, Ridley Scott's "American Gangster" thrills with the grandiose bravado only a masterly director can accomplish.
American GangsterSet in the 1970's, American Gangster is based on true story of Frank Lucas, New York's brilliant and terrifying mobster and the police officer who chased him.
Five Reasons To Watch American GangsterWhy this movie can't be missed.
BET's American GangsterHe said that he did not have any regrets, but if given the chance to do it all over again he admitted he would not have chosen the life of crime because "it takes the same brain power to make a million dollars legally, as it does to make a million dollars illegally."
Jay-Z's American Gangster: Concept Album Might Disappoint FansThis is a review of Jay-Z's new album American Gangster.- Has Denzel Washington Gotten the Credit He Deserves?With another great performance coming with 'American Gangster' fans are wondering has Washington ever truely gotten the props he deserves?
Movie Sneak Preview: American GangsterBased on a an article in "New York" magazine, "American Gangster" documents the rise and fall of heroin dealer Frank Lucas- Jigga (Jay-Z) the American GangsterJay-Z brings forth a new album based on the new Denzel Washington & Russell Crowe film, "American Gangster".
- American Gangster: Murder Victim of Misdirected Movie MarketingMovie review of the highly anticipated "American Gangster"
- Is There Reasonable Doubt for an American Gangster?Column explores Jay-Z's determination to recapture the brilliance of his debut album, Reasonable Doubt when he releases his second album in 12 months, American Gangster.
- Is There Reasonable Doubt for an American Gangster?Column explores Jay-Z's determination to recapture the brilliance of his debut album, Reasonable Doubt when he releases his second album in 12 months, American Gangster.
Jay-Z's American Gangster Revisits Rapper's PastAfter having come back from his "retirement" from recording with 2006's Kingdom Come, Jay-Z (nee Shawn Carter) said has recorded and released the first single from his upcoming album, American Gangster.
American Gangster Will Be the Movie Event of the YearAmerican Gangster is the one movie you don't want to miss this fall.
Interview: Ike Atkinson: The Most Infamous Drug Lord You've Never Heard ofRetired army vet Leslie "Ike" Atkinson and his close-knit pals became the largest independent suppliers of heroin to the United States from Asia during the seventies. He claims Hollywood and Frank Lucas portray the events all wrong.
Louis Lepke: Boss of Murder, IncLouis "Lepke" Buchalter was a Jewish-American gangster who headed Murder Inc. along with Albert Anastassia- BET Promotes IgnoranceBET shows programs that glorify violence and drug use, promote the objectification of women as sex objects, and play upon stereotypical images and behaviors incorporated with Black Americans.
Movies on DVD Review: American GangsterA review of the film "American Gangster"- Review of Jay Z's "American Gangster"A good album but nothing really new here.
- Oscar Snubbery and SurprisesThis article takes a look at some of the snubs and surprises to decorate the Oscar nominations for 2008.
- Top Five Most Anticipated Rap Albums of Fall 2007Top 5 rap albums of the fall; The list features artist such as Lil' Wayne, Jay-z, Nas and others.
- Sneak Peek Movie Guide for November 2007The first involves a gritty crime drama, the second tells the story of a unique child, the third is a Christmas comedy and the fourth tells a very powerful story.
- Previewing the 2007 Oscar Season: Best Actor in a Leading RoleHave you ever watched the Oscars and thought, "I didn't see any of these movies?" Well check out some of the possible upcoming nominees so you can be sure to catch their movies.
- The American Gangster - "Tookie Williams"?The world is looking for a savior or a devil. At no time are we holding ourselves accountable to one, ourselves, and two, the world around us. Yet, in the morning we all have choices.