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A very impressive treatment of the rise and fall of New York crime boss John Gotti, this made-for-TV movie succeeds in large measure because of the outstanding work of Armand Assante (I, The Jury, Mambo Kings) as Gotti. Assante creates a complex portrayal of a man loyal to the mob while struggling with personal demons and his own self-destructive ambitions. The film traces the dapper don's rise through the ranks of the Gambino crime family, first through the patronage of his mentor (Anthony Quinn) and then through a brazen assassination of the Gambino boss. Eventually Gotti's world crashes around him as his arrogance over beating the government at trial and his thirst for the limelight causes a rift with his right-hand man, Sammy "The Bull" Gravano (William Forsythe). Gotti boasts terrific New York City locales and a truly impressive cast, including standout work by Forsythe and Quinn. But it's Assante's movie all the way, and he makes the most out of a larger than life character by making him seem no more, and no less, than human and flawed. --Robert Lane
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
This movie was great. It's up there with "Goodfellas" and "Casino". Armand Assante becomes John Gotti right before your eyes. The acting was great, the story was great, the movie was great. A real 5 star movie. If you love mafia movies, this is one you should have in your collection.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
For those who enjoy "mob movies" (as I do), this is one of the best. Armand Assante turns in an outstanding performance in the title role, supported by a superb cast, including Anthony Quinn as Gambino family underboss Aniello Dellacroce, Gotti's mob mentor. It is well-scripted, beautifully acted, and highly entertaining. Don't miss it!
7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I am a huge mob fan (and being from BKLYN, know a bit about the real mob) and an even bigger John Gotti fan. Gotti is one of the best mob movies ever made. Although it is not 100% accurate (to say the least), it is an amazing movie with amazing actors. Many actors from current TV shows like the Sopranos & other movies make an appearance on this movie. IF YOU LIKE MOB MOVIES, THEN YOU WILL LOVE THIS MOVIE.
"Five, Ten years from now...they're gonna miss John Gotti."
"Five, Ten years from now...they're gonna miss John Gotti."
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this movie was the greatest mafia movie ever made it puts you in the middle of his life and it makes you see how smart he really was its in my top five
Published 1 month ago by david stubbs
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without doubt the best portrayal of a man who like or dislike commands respect, assante becomes john gotti wharts an all, a fantastic performance, some people will risk it all for... Read more
Published 1 month ago by rob
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Armand Assante is incredible in this movie. It's literally like watching John Gotti on-screen. The cast is outstanding and the entire film shows a true picture of life in the... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Nicholas J. Facciolo
Love it
I can not watch it enough......I probably watch it 4x a year. Armand Assante plays this part to a tee....just a very well made and written movie. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Jeffrey L. Brown
A feast of emotions, actions, and drama
The hard work of picking the best fits for characters rendered the movie a great success. Despite the annoying vulgarities in every scene, the viewer would definitely be taken by... Read more
Published 10 months ago by Mohamed F. El-Hewie
I Don't Think Anyone is Really Really Going to Miss John Gotti!
First of all, let me begin by saying that I do realize that this movie is based on a true story before I say what I am about to say. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Abdulla M. Al Qasim
Gotti is Great
The acting is exceptional, the plot is compelling, and the value is unbeatable. Gotti is a must-have for any Mafia movie lover's collection. Read more
Published 12 months ago by kylemag
GREAT Movie
This had to be one of the best movies i have seen in a long time i only hope when they make the new John Gotti movie it is as great as this one
Published 13 months ago by MsEricaReal
Excellent Movie!
Another underrated movie, man I tell you, but it was a HBO special so I don't believe it came out in theaters. Read more
Published 16 months ago by bmayne28
One of my favorite mob movies
From the first time I saw Gotti, I loved it and it has been one of my favorite mafia movies since then. in this order: Godfather, Goodfellas, Gotti... Read more
Published 19 months ago by Bobby
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