July 22, 2024

Celebrate Mob Month

Crime, power, and betrayal. We're rolling out the red carpet for some of the best mob films ever made. Celebrate the Mob Month this August at The Beverly.

On the Waterfront (1954)

70th ANNIVERSARY | New Restoration

Terry Malloy (Marlon Brando) dreams of being a prizefighter while tending his pigeons and running errands for Johnny Friendly (Lee J. Cobb), the corrupt boss of the dockworkers' union. When Terry witnesses a murder committed by Johnny’s thugs, he is torn between loyalty and a growing sense of justice, spurred on by the dead man’s sister (Eva Marie Saint) and Father Barry. Directed by Elia Kazan and written by Budd Schulberg, this unforgettable drama about redemption won 8 Academy Awards, setting a high bar for method acting within the crime genre. Get tickets to On the Waterfront (1954)

New Jack City (1991)

Drug kingpin Nino Brown (Wesley Snipes) and his gang, the Cash Money Brothers, rule New York City's narcotics trade with ruthless efficiency. Undercover cops Scotty (Ice-T) and Nick (Judd Nelson) must navigate the dangerous streets of Harlem to bring down Nino's empire from within. A quintessential 90s crime film, New Jack City offers a gritty portrayal of the drug underworld and the relentless pursuit of justice. Get tickets to New Jack City (1991)

Innocent Blood (1992)

Monster Mondays meets Mob Month!

Marie (Anne Parillaud), a vampire with a conscience, preys on criminals in Pittsburgh. Her mission hits a snag when she accidentally turns mob boss Sal Macelli (Robert Loggia) into a vampire, leading to a potential takeover by undead gangsters. Teaming up with an undercover cop (Anthony LaPaglia), Marie must prevent a blood-sucking crime spree. Innocent Blood combines horror and crime in a unique and thrilling way. Get tickets to Innocent Blood (1992)

Infernal Affairs (2002)

In Cantonese with English subtitles | 4K Restoration

Tony Leung and Andy Lau star in this intense thriller that inspired The Departed. In a deadly game of cat and mouse, an undercover cop infiltrates a triad while a triad member infiltrates the police. As they race to uncover each other's identities, shifting loyalties and moral ambiguities come to the forefront. Infernal Affairs is a masterful exploration of double lives and conflicting allegiances. Get tickets to Infernal Affairs (2002)

The Long Good Friday (1980)

Bob Hoskins delivers a star-making performance as Harold Shand, a Cockney crime boss with ambitions of going legitimate. His plans are derailed by a series of bombings targeting his empire just as he's negotiating with the American Mafia. Suspecting a traitor, Shand embarks on a ruthless quest to eliminate the threat. Co-starring Helen Mirren, The Long Good Friday is a gripping British gangster thriller. Get tickets to The Long Good Friday (1980)

Bugsy (1991)

In Vegas!

New York mobster Bugsy Siegel (Warren Beatty) heads to Hollywood, falling for actress Virginia Hill (Annette Bening) and becoming obsessed with creating a gambling haven in the Nevada desert. Despite personal and professional turmoil, Siegel's vision leads to the development of Las Vegas, marked by the construction of the Flamingo Hotel. Bugsy captures the glamour and danger of 1940s mob life. Get tickets to Bugsy (1991)

Belly (1998)

Music video legend Hype Williams redefines neo-noir with Belly. Childhood friends Sincere (Nas) and Buns (DMX) navigate the dangerous world of crime, dealing drugs and committing robberies. As Sincere seeks redemption by joining a religious group, Buns sinks deeper into criminality, facing a life-altering decision. This stylish crime drama is a vivid portrayal of the struggle between good and evil. Get tickets to Belly (1998)

The Godfather Part II (1974)

50th ANNIVERSARY

One of the greatest sequels of all time, The Godfather Part II intertwines two generations of crime. As Michael Corleone (Al Pacino) expands his mob empire in the 1950s, he faces betrayal and violence. Simultaneously, young Vito Corleone (Robert De Niro) rises in the crime world of 1917's Hell's Kitchen. This epic saga deepens the legacy of the Corleone family. Get tickets to The Godfather Part II (1974)

Casino (1995)

In early-1970s Las Vegas, mobster Sam "Ace" Rothstein (Robert De Niro) oversees the Tangiers Casino with great success. However, his world unravels due to his volatile enforcer Nicky (Joe Pesci), his troubled wife Ginger (Sharon Stone), and corrupt officials. Martin Scorsese's Casino vividly portrays the rise and fall of a gambling empire in our lively city. Get tickets to Casino (1995)

Gloria (1980)

Gena Rowlands stars as Gloria, a tough woman who becomes the reluctant guardian of a young boy targeted by the mob. With the boy in possession of incriminating evidence, Gloria fights to protect him while evading ruthless gangsters. Directed by John Cassavetes, Gloria combines gritty crime drama with heartfelt character study, showcasing Rowlands' powerful performance. Get tickets to Gloria (1980)

Branded to Kill (1967)

Japanese New Wave director Seijun Suzuki's Branded to Kill tells the bizarre story of a yakuza hitman with a fetish for sniffing steamed rice. When he botches a job, he becomes a target himself, navigating a surreal and violent underworld. This visually stunning film is a pinnacle of 60s pop-art aesthetic, blending humor and brutality in a truly unique way. Get tickets to Branded to Kill (1967)

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