A History of Violence | Mob Movie Monday with Michael Franzese
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- Äas pĆidĂĄn 2. 01. 2022
- đđCheck out the store: store.michaelfranzese.com/ When a pair of petty criminals try to rob his small-town diner, Tom Stall (Viggo Mortensen) dispatches them both quickly and easily. In the midst of the media frenzy surrounding Tom's seemingly heroic actions, a menacing stranger named Carl Fogarty (Ed Harris) arrives in town, claiming to be the long-missing Philadelphia mobster Joey Cusack. Tom is forced to confront his violent past, much to the chagrin of his wife Edie (Maria Bello) and teenage son Jack (Ashton Holmes).
Michael reviews A History of Violence, a 2005 film adaptation of the same-titled graphic novel.
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"They end up having sex. Crazy sex. So that's what happens." Your film reviews always crack me up.
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you could argue he actually raped his wife which is unfortunate but thatâs the kinda guy he actually is
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Im glad he callled it as it happened!!!!! A bunch of reviewers called it RAPE....Which was obvious Crap!!!
David Cronenberg made a stone cold classic with this film. Stunningly photographed, sublimely acted and intelligent. Classy. God bless Michael.
Better than the graphic novel Iâd say. Like far better.
He did the correct thing about not telling her about his past Violent life.
I have a dear friend who canât travel back to a certain part of the country because of that past violent life as he described to me and was apart and that he came from. Itâs very well done movie. Great Analysis Michael, keep it up!
Love this movie! I think if I had married someone who had a past like this and didnât tell me Iâd of course be pretty upset but Iâd get over it. If he was obviously living an honest good life and wasnât the same person Iâd accept it.
Men change, it is the nature of the man. Some men never live long enough to get there though. Live by the gun die by the gun.
Ever watched Eastern Promises? Another great movie with Viggo. Would be interested to have your perspective on it and what you have learned in real life about the Russian mob/mafia world.
@Jacques DeMaille. I have that same request. There was much authenticity in that film. Especially the meaning of the tattoos. It had a great cast as well.
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That movie was filmed near to where I live! Itâs right by the meat market and next to this all night diner called Tinseltown. Great film
Great movie, please do next
I canât believe that itâs not a bigger film than it is!!!! Itâs a awesome movie
David Cronenbergâs best movie. Shouldâve been nominated for more Oscars.
I liked this film a lot when I originally saw it in the theater. Worth a second look. This was made by David Cronenberg, who also made âEastern Promisesâ with Viggo about the Russian mob. Good stuff.
I watched this on television and to be honest I thought,"this guy is gonna get killed because of mistaken identity". Then on the ground at his house he says,"I should have killed you in Philly". I was shocked. lol Looking back on it I just wasn't seeing the clues before it was revealed for sure.
Yes Eastern Promises vary underrated film and the ending was just perfect
Eastern Promises is an awesome movie.
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Eastern promises is vintage Viggo. Ice cold knife fight in the bath house. Great Russian mob initiation scene.
How much the public likes, accepts and appreciates people like Michael and even Sammy, shows just how forgiving most humans actually are and we know where we get that trait from
Virgo Mortensen is terrific. I always enjoy all the film's he's in.
My stepbrother was in the marines stone cold use to really make me nervous being around him. I remember him saying one time he said my only regret is not killing more of em. He got married has two kids 1 boy 1 girl. He found Jesus and now he's a completely different person. He seems at peace now truly amazing stuff
Sounds like a real sociopath
A history of violence, what a great movie that is!
Ok Yoda
I watched your interview with Sammy the bull on bendavids channel. I'd have to say that during the argument I could see that the looks on your face while listening to him yell and how many times you held back I'm sure that maybe we can all change major behaviours or habbits the monster still lives inside of us and really likes to have a peak at sunlight once in a while given the right circumstances. With that said in my opinion you held back (or at least that's how it looked to me) very well. I hope this message finds you and God bless yourself and everyone with intentions of good and the betterment of humanity.
This was a very emotional movie for me. I cried the first time I saw it years ago it was so relevant for me. My situation is different in that my children know completely of my life. My wife found out gradually. Those topics are obviously not something that come out on the 1st or even 10th date. It took some time. I was concerned naturally if she would be afraid of me, or think me a monster. I've found being away from the environment I was in, or the type of things that can still suck me into that life, really did change me. Moving to a less populated area also helps. My opinion of the movie was Tom/Joey was able to be a nice guy because he was around nice people. He only became the old "Joey" when he had to. My life feels very very similar. I am surrounded mostly by "nice" people. So there is truly no reason to have that side come out 95% of the time. But yes there have been times when my wife has seen me behave in those old ways. But honestly I feel sometimes those ways are needed depending on the situation. Someone puts me or my family in jeopardy or grossly steps out of line... and my wife understands... we don't call the police. It gets dealt with. Maybe Tom/Joey went back to his family after he dealt with his situation and they moved forward happily. That's how I picture it anyway.
I completely changed myself but I changed from a person I was trying to be to the person I truly am in my heart. I had a life changing epiphany and completely changed. Thank God.
Michael, you should also watch and possibly review "Eastern Promises", still by Cronenberg. This one also deals with the fact that it is difficult to make criminal life and family coexist.
I'd say best Non Italian mob movie I've seen
Yea that was a good one
Wow, Eastern Promises is a good movie film, intense and brutal - that fight scene in the sauna....nasty. Viggo and Cronenberg, what a great collaboration. Cheers.
Yes! Another fantastic movie.
How can anyone tell Mike a movie producer , about a mob movie you want him to watch? He tells you what to watch!
As far as what Michael says here about personal transformation, Iâm convinced that the only thing that matters, ultimately, is how one behaves, his actions. If one forces himself to act according to newly adopted values IN SPITE OF how he may feel, I think that is most important of all. Doing the right thing is quite often contradictory to how we may be feeling, i.e., our baser inclinations or desires, which we constantly battle throughout life.
Absolutely agree! Letting base inclinations and emotions overcome your acting in a proper and right manner is indeed wrong and what all of us fight against, at least to some degree, every day. Doing that, taking that few seconds to think and act appropriately is the important thing. đ
The European Union is a failing project. What was initially designed to be a trading bloc has slowly mutated into a political union. Very shady stuff among the globalists.
Change without Christ is impossible. Once he dwells in your heart the way you view the World and yourself changes. Then you change. All things are possible with Christ.
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@@tsad5611 No, not bullshit. It's a fact.
I spent 12 years in the feds
( FCI Victorville) and as I was a young man (45 now) I did a lot of things I now regret both before and while I was locked up. I'm married and settled down now but sometimes the old me wants to break through and go wild. It's hard to do the right thing and people will try your patience but at the end of the day I am content and loved and I won't jeopardize that for anyone. But I won't lie to you it's hard to swallow your pride sometimes but I always try to keep my mind on the bigger picture and let things go. Anyway, great review Michael I wish you and yours a wonderful 2022 and always keep hope alive.
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This film, as well as Road to Perdition are technically DC films. Both are absolutely incredible. William Hurt got the Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his 5 minute cameo at the end.
Only Mortensen could have brought this character to life. The main protagonist has created a split personality to escape a life of murder. I always wonder how soldiers psychologically alter to normal life after years of war around them? Sadly, not many can.
I don't think that last part is quite true. Too many veterans can't, but the vast majority can and do.
The horrors of war never leave you, but you learn to cope. Unfortunately, thereâs not a lot of support for vets.
Yep. Agreed and well said. We need to offer positive, Christian things for ex military, ex mobsters to do that are still exciting and adventurous. Stuff like mountain climbing, survival training. Also just F#*$&#&$@ with bad people is fun. I do it all the time.
@@johnellis5865 Brilliant, thanks John
How about value mart Mortenson, the actor that played Jamie Lannister
Well, his transformation is seemingly genuine. However I donât think we can discount the psychological effect that all the years of being a hit man or killer had on him. Tom is like his version of Clark Kent, seemingly weak and very mild mannered. Joey is his Superman albeit a very demented one. And as we see in the film it only took one instance for him to snap back into it. And when heâs at his brothers house and kills the entire staff he seems to enjoy it. It begs the question, is Tom a mask that Joey wears, or is Joey a rabid guard dog Tom keeps locked away in a cage? All in all, great film.
This is a second rate film, and Vigo is a B grade film actor.
Your sterling review really won't change that.
Nice summary mate !
@@raymonddeflaviis2306 you are wrong on both accounts.
@Gumba69 If you like stiff acting and politically correct, woke material then I guess this is the film for you.
This doesn't reflect reality.
African Americans more often than not, prey on White folk.
I'm even having to couch my language over concerns about woke algorithms.
Vigo M. is as good and actor as Billie Eilish is a good singer.
Let's face it, music and theatre are only as good as the audience's expectations.
@@raymonddeflaviis2306 get help. Fast.
I never saw "A History of Violence" but it makes a lot of sense. Thanks for another enjoyable video, Mr. Franzese!
This is my favourite movie! Happy to see Michael discuss it. Always thought of the parallels between Michael and Tom.
I love how you narrate, tell a story and comment on certain situations in movies, the Mafia and what happened around you. A happy 2022 and God bless you. From Brazil!
@@michaelfranzese When i was growing up all i knew was violence, i lived a hard life with not much love. When i met my wife she shown me a new path, i was honest with her from the very start. She accepted me for who i was and i done everything to change myself into a better person. Its possible, Happy New Year Michael, Hope you and your family are doing well and all the best for 2022.
I cannot compliment this movie enough.. one of my favorites.
YOU COST ME... A HELL OF A LOT, JOEY!
@@michaelfranzese I sure did and holy crap, man. Made my day with your reply! Do Eastern Promises next!
You look like you're doing alright Richie!?!?
I can sort of relate. Granted I was a (Army) soldier not a gangster, but even 20 years later, I still find elements of my training and experience deep in my psyche, despite being a completely different person than I was back then. I guess like, on the surface? You can change but that "other guy" is always going to be in there too.
20-25 years ago when I was teen if you told me I would be able to write something on the internet and get a response from Micheal F I would have never thought it would be. Loving the history you let us in on and the reviews too. Happy New Years brother-
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Have you ever known or witnessed Mob button men/gangsters with this level of skill and lethality?
The dude is like a small town Rambo.
I feel like this resonates with Michael.
Micheal at this point you must also review eastern promises.
Same director, again Viggo Mortensen.
It's about Russian mafia
@Michael Franzese - I changed drastically 11 years ago. I was a very outspoken, aggressive young lady; I picked fights and blew up over every little thing. Then I got diagnosed with thyroid cancer and went through some pretty rough times with treatment, recovery, etc. That experience, as scary as it was and as difficult as it was, ended up being a blessing. I no longer have a horrible temper, I have no desire to be aggressive, and though I'm still a stubborn German, I've become patient and understanding. So I do think it's possible to change from one extreme to another. However, thst girl I used to be is still accessible if I need her...if someone tried to hurt my family or something horrible like that I could easily see myself imploring violence through any means necessary. Be blessed and be well.
Michael, withholding information is a type of lying. But forgiveness is eternal and infinite when you accept it.
Glad you are reviewing this movie. I always thought how the mob comes into town and makes a public appearance in the diner was not realistic. If they wanted him dead, it would have been done secretly imo. I would like to see a video explaining how the American mafia leaves a targets actual family members off limits, or does not. thanks
This movie was heartbreaking to me, my daughter told me once that this movie reminded her of me.
Loved this movie. Read the graphic novel too. Both are equally amazing
Just from seeing a small clip of the film, I felt the vibe; the realness of the movie. Thats what made me watch the whole thing.
Happy new year Michael. I have a brother did 5 tours in the middle east he refuse to say anything about what he did there. The lion cannot protect himself from traps, and the fox cannot defend himself from wolves. One must therefore be a fox to recognize traps, and a lion to frighten wolves.
NiccolĂČ Machiavelli, The Prince
One of my favorite films. Simple but effective story. I think many people enjoy the fantasy of the mild mannered everyday guy they can relate to with the alternate identity who secretly harbors these James Bond like super skills. Maybe thatâs why we also enjoy stories about undercover cops and Mafia characters.
You bring up an excellent point; many people, especially many men, loves the idea of having these secret killer instinct abilities, but what's fascinating about movies like this is it points out that generally in order to be capable of such violence, you have to live a kind of life that would allow these skills to build, and that kind of life isn't always pleasant.
It's very interesting to hear you say all this. I was former military and because of that I have a hard time understanding that I can move on from being that other person. Now, after I've told many ex girlfriends personal things, I don't tell people certain things because it creates a tension that it's better to not deal with.
Two questions you posed:
No, no one ever totally changes from what they became in their formative years. Ever. Becoming a Christian doesnât mean we escape our earthly past, be it good or less than. And we shouldnât. We use our pasts to try to influence others - usually young people to not choose the same path.
And no: No way in the world he shouldâve volunteered his real past. She met his after he vowed to change. Thatâs on her not on him.
So in retrospect she expected him to be like âOk I was a gangster, I killed some people, I stole, engineered crimes; oh and by the way how about dinner Friday?â No way.
Love your channel. Keep up your good works.
viggo mortensen is also in one of my favourite films called eastern promises which is about the Russian mafia
Have you ever seen Eastern Promises with Viggo Mortensen? That would be a good movie to review
Amazing movie and Viggo is awesome in that film such a great actor.
One of darkest gangster movie
I hate when people throw the term underrated out but Eastern Promises fits that definition I believe. I know Viggo was praised but the entirety of the film is pretty great and a forgotten gem.
That would be perfect for MF to review, with his connection to the Russian mob.
@@sqeric darkest gangster flick is Gangster Number 1
RIP William Hurt. An amazing actor.
Viggo Mortesen plays these subtle character's so well.
I'll keep advocating for you to watch 'A Most Violent Year' just to see your comment on how it depicted that time in NYC. Ironically, its far less violent than A History of Violence (which I loved).
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Violence is hard to overcome. I still have that splinter in my mind that can get rubbed the wrong way. Not reacting takes wisdom. Wisdom is painful.
Great Movie!!! Diner scene was incredible!!
Michael Franzese is the truth! I never miss an episode! God Bless you and your family!
I'd love to hear your thoughts on The Friends of Eddie Coyle(1973). It's about a bank robbery crew sanctioned by Boston's Irish mob. There're things in it that seem inspired by Whitey Bulger's dealings with the FBI, except that the movie was made before Bulger would have done those things.
Great, great movie.
Classic
This movie came out in 73 Whitey Bulger came out of prison I believe in 65 so this would have been Whitey bulger's Prime I think the movie Bears more than a coincidence to the real-life actions of the Winter Hill Gang in Boston
@@sonychiba4733 It's thought that Whitey didn't become an informant until after he partnered with Stephen Flemmi(who was already an informant), which was after the movie was finished. Though, the FBI had tried to recruit Bulger previously, but I doubt that small detail could have or would have influenced the movie.
You're absolutely right that the film is directly based on real life organized crime in Boston.
Peter Boyle's character was loosely based on Whitey Bulger.
Viggio Mortensen killed it in that movie and also The Eastern Promises as a Russian gangster, wonât reveal any more details.
The methods, motivation and discipline of rough men never leaves. It may hibernate but it still remains part of your identity. Motivation is the key.
Money losses its value when family and mates are on the line. Never in but never out.
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Michael, I did change. I was a bad person until about the age of 37. I re-united with a old friends sister, married her and did a 180. I am not asking for forgiveness of what I did but thank god for my change. I am now 66 years old and feel I have atoned a lot of the wrong, thank you Michael for the advise and the insight I need.
My past was with alcohol, DUIs and time in Cummins Prison because of them. Bar fights and survival inside prison was violence brought about by the alcoholism. It is an inherited condition, baked in my genes to not process alcohol like normal people. It took 6 stints in rehabs both in and outside of prison to finally break the cycle. But it wasnât prison, rehab or a 12 step that transformed me. I ruined my family, my wife and kidsâ lives being a drunk. But the birth of my granddaughter in 2001 is what finally got me sober. I made a pledge she would not be raised by me drunk like her mother was. Thank God my daughter forgave me. Because my daughter and granddaughter live with me now and the granddaughter doesnât know of my past. Doesnât know her Papaw is an ex-con and a violent drunk. Iâm sober 19 years and sheâs never seen that. But am I transformed? Iâm one drink away from going right back to it. Iâm an alcoholic, sober yes, but I will always be capable of destructive behavior if I ever allow myself that one shot of bourbon.
Well done! hope I can say I'm sober 1 day I try but just can't seem to kick it.
@@bugsy89 good luck, but you have to want it. Want it with all your soul. Only about 10% who get help get sober. You have to surrender your control over your own life. Surrender to a higher power. That doesnât have to be God or religion. It is the act of handing your life over to something greater than yourself. AA groups are often that âhigher powerâ. They give encouragement and support if you find a good one. NA does too. Iâm here to tell you you cannot do it alone and until you accept that, youâll never get sober. Be that 1 in 10 that changes your life. Youâll be surprised how many people will forgive you once youâre sober, really sober, for wrongs you did to them drunk. Youâll lose friends and family. Actually you already have. Some may never forgive you so you must forgive yourself. Make amends, repay debts and if you have to go to jail, go in as a sober man. Follow Mikeâs advice on how to act in prison; Please, Thank you and Excuse me will take you a long way in survival in jail.
Itâs not easy. Anything worth having doesnât come easy. It takes work and it takes conviction that you want a good life. That also means getting away from so called friends that enable your drinking. Say goodbye to your drinking buddies because they have no place in your life as a sober person.
We all looked in the mirror the day after and swore weâd never drink again but did. This time make that promise work. Every day tell yourself I may drink tomorrow but today Iâm staying sober. Days turn into weeks then months then years. Start today and your life will improve 1000%.
Enjoyed the review Mike. Best wishes and prayers for your family to have a healthy 2022, in particular your daughter who had some health issues. God is with her and she and the Franzese family continue to be blessed.
I love how honest you are Michael Franzese. This is basically an exact movie of your life. I think u have changed for the better and leave the past in the past. Keep looking forward and be happy with who u truly are and those who love you will stay. Thank you Mr. Franzese
Happy new year to you and the Franzese family, my best friend introduced me to your channel, sadly he passed away from a drug overdose, losing a life long best friend and finding him myself really messed me up, slowly getting back to a it of normality, your videos and advice have been such a large part in my recovery, thank you Michael, from the bottom of my heart, god bless brother đ
The first video of the year and Iâm sure itâs a brilliant one! Thanks for the upload Micheal!! đŻ. Supporting you all the way!
This Movie really is a hidden Gem.
Viggo Mortensen is such a good actor. I really loved him in ''The Green book''. Although it's not a gangster movie, he does play an Italian - American and does a fantastic job! Also, about your question if one can completely change: I truly think one can. However it takes a strong person to change and stay that way. I know I couldn't completely!
I was just going to say that. That was a good movie, and I didnât think it was going to be at first!
I remember watching this movie for the first time and was blown away. Its 1 of my favourite movies.
Re: "can you really transform your life like that?"
The movie itself says "yes, but actually no". As you describe, Michael, it's full of examples of how this "totally different character" isn't so different after all. He may have figured out how to move past his old ways, but he's still very much capable of doing the things he used to do. I mean for cryin' out loud, he killed his own brother.
In the film he said he went out in the dessert and killed Joey. But when he was pushed Joey got resurrected. It was Tom who wanted to make peace with his brother, but when the brother refused then Joey had to kill him.
He did what he had to do. I donât blame him at all.
Yeah I remember loving this film like crazy growing up, also glad you and your family are doing well!!
This is one of my favorite films of all time. Thank you for reviewing this film, love your content.
This is now one of my favorite videos. Thank you.
Great review Michael as always happy new year michael to you and your family
Hi Michael, I would like to hear you speak about the Castellamarese War and the people involved in it. Would be quite interesting to hear what you have to say about it.
tony blair is war criminal
@@JohnnyCaruthers Random comment of the month!
A happy and healthy new year to you also!
You're right, your past is always waiting to catch up with you.
Two of my best friends have been heavily involved with the biker scene and turned their life around years ago.
They still can't go everywhere and even I was "invited" to answer questions, just for knowing them.
Thank you for your thoughtful content from northern Europe!
Very honest, and a great piece. Thank you.
New subscriber here came across your channel a couple of days ago an I've gotta say I've not been able to stop watching. It's been very enlightening an it's been good to hear about the mob from your perspective especially the movies. Also happy new year
@@michaelfranzese Thank you for the videos!
Happy New Year Mr Franzese and family! I know 2021 had some trying times for yâall, but I pray 2022 is full of health, happiness and love! Thank you for the content you provide, canât wait for the TV series! God Bless!
@@michaelfranzese thank you very much! 58 year old, from Texas and really happy I found your channel. Hope to join the inner circle soon and have the honor of speaking with you.
This is an underrated gem of a film that spoke to me about a very specific incident in my life, it's actually one of my fave films ever, says alot about masculinity, violence and some of the contradictions around the social contract, reform and family.
All the very best for 2022 to you and your family there Sir, this critique of a film I barely recalled watching decades ago is nothing short of majestic, along with your choice of movie I'm blown away and finding more and more guidance and wisdom from yourself and this channel so here's to a peaceful and productive year and thanks again. âïžâš
Another great review. I saw this movie years ago and completely forgot about it. Still hoping to see you review The French Connection one of my all time favorites based on true events
Vigo is awesome! Hadn't heard of this one. Thanks for bringing it to our attention. Great job. Lvya bro
We watched and enjoyed it on your recommendation! Thank you, sir!!
Thanks Michael for the time. Happy New Year to you and your family and God Bless us allđșđž
yes good movie with ed harris great movie excellent content as always hope new years was good there with family god bless!!!
Happy New Years Michael! We need to get you a new mic! All love
A Great Review of a Top Little Film!
Happy 2022 to You and Yours, Michael.
I don't think you ever get rid of your past attitude, you only perfect it in a way not to become that guy in the past. I struggle with that in my life but I learned to live with the good life that I have now. Not easy sometimes cause people are not the same as when I grew up, But I have learned to live with it and always try to be the better person by doing the right think. This has kept me on the right track and I'm doing good. I hope this can help, and thank you for all that you have shared with your life.
Great film well worth the time to watch.VHS, BETA max.....yep we are old :) I think every one has a few ghosts in the closet, some things are best left unsaid imo.
That was brilliant Michael, i never seen that particular film đ„, but after seeing your review of the film đ„, id like to watch it, and there is a great cast in it, i think Tom should have told his wife about his former life because things have a way of coming back to haunt ye, so i personally think it's better with things out in the open. Anyway Michael for a great mvn and many happy returns to you and yours.
@@michaelfranzese Mike,do you like Stephen King's stories?Have you ever read Dolan's cadillac?(Where a man takes revenge for the murder of his wife on a mob boss by burying him alive along his beautiful caddy).You must read it if you still haven't.
I utterly agree with your commentary here and could not have bettered it, thanks to all involved and best wishes for 2022 đ
@@DaveSCameron thank you.
This movie was based on a really great graphic novel. By a great director.
A Happy and a better 2022 for you and your family!
Happy New Year Michael! This movie is great, have seen it a few times. Ed Harris is such a creepy gangster in this. "Dont forget your shoes!" Always enjoy William Hurt. And, didn't Whitey Bolger get caught like that, face in the news?
Great review Michael. As to what you said about that degree of change, I don't think he has changed so completely. I think it shows us quite clearly in the film that Tom/Joey does still have that sleeping Lion within him. Only through a firm belief in what's right and a wilful suppression of his baser more violent nature as Joey is he able to keep the persona of Tom at the forefront of his life. I have to say also, although I think the truth to be very important, I don't think I would have wanted to burden the woman I wanted to and did marry with such information. Especially as it's obvious he/you/me was/is completely convinced of our changed nature. Just my opinion of course. Hope you have a great new year sir. Much love and blessings to you and yours. đ
For a mob movie Monday review I highly recommend âOnce Upon A Time In America.â Itâs very long but itâs a great movie.
I love watching your channel you've been a huge inspiration for me. Happy New Year and Godspeed
I'm so glad someone told him about this movie because of the questions about human nature & the efforts it takes to change it or at least keep it under control.
A capacity for violence is part of the human condition but what makes us civilized is that we do what we can to keep it on a leash. Discipline is also what makes us human.
I would love to watch you review the movie "Chopper". It is a biopic of the Australian career criminal Mark Brandon "Chopper" Read starring Eric Bana. Please thumbs up this comment if you agree so Michael can consider it. Thanks and god bless.
chopper constantly makes fun of the Australian Italian mafia. He calls them a bunch of fruiterers, they sold potatoes and tomatoes for a living.
Telling a partner about an ugly past is very difficult. There is always stigma and discrimination.
Dear Mr. Franzese, I saw the film years ago, and I just wanted to express how brilliantly you analyzed and described the film. You really should become a full time critic of all film and theater genres.
Watched it several times. Keep coming back to seeing an actual silent respect, awe and appreciation in Maria Bello in the end. I think the totality of what a man her husband was sunk in.
Glad to hear you and yours are doing well.
I know it's a little outside your wheelhouse, since it deals with Russians and you're an Italian mob guy, but I'd love to get your take on Eastern Promises. I'm pretty sure I haven't seen you post anything about it.
Michael, you should cover Eastern Promises for your next mob movie Monday. That would be awesome! It's a Russian mob movie with Viggo Mortenson and the same director as A History of Violence.
Hey Michael just started following you, I love the reviews and hearing the story's from years ago all very interesting looking forward to hearing more in the future.
Good Luck in 2022 Micheal to You and your Whole Family!!
Just discovered and LOVE this channel. TY, Michael. Q: Wondering if you had enough to do an entire episode on Kennedy? Didn't see in vids. Excellent content! Covid is bullshit. Political, not medical.
Do you think that covid doesn't exist?
âARE being transformed, BY THE Renewing of your mind.â How? By being IN The Word. Godâs Word. One of Christâs names- âThe Word became flesh and dwelt among us.â
Mr. Franzese. You posed some great questions this week. I too enjoyed this film and I appreciate your breakdown. I too agree that even as we progress in life, the past stays with us to some degree. But I think thatâs what keeps us from venturing to our old ways too. We know the old us is just beneath the surface and some times channeling it in sort of modified/positive way can be helpful at times. I think Joey was right in not revealing who he was though. Love what you do. Best wishes to you and yours in 2022.
Michael Franzese, somethings never go away. To see where and who you are now, is nothing to be ashamed of. My philosophy is everyday is a new start. It's another thing that helps make you, you! As far as the movie goes, I like the subtlety of the story telling, it's unique for atmospherically easing in the mafia elements.
You think you've had a rough year live a couple days in my shoes and you'll know what rough is all about . I'm all alone with no family and support. I'm living in my garage because I can't afford to pay gas heat in my house. I haven't had running water in almost 3 years and have to use a 5 gallon bucket as a toilet. My health is unraveling faster than a Chinese made sweater and I need surgery but have no health insurance or money to pay for it. So basically I just have to sit in my garage and wait to die.
Michael, do you review B movies? If so, I'd suggest one for this show: Next of Kin (1989) with Patrick Swayze, Adam Baldwin and Liam Neeson. The premise is hillbillies against the Chicago Outfit.
I hope that you can tell us something about the Mafia in Arizona or the Philly Mob (especially its war against the Pagan's outlaw biker gang, because Jimmy D DeGregorio bragged about kicking mafioso butt in a documentary, but it sounded really fishy). Terrific channel, I'm binging your stuff! Have a great 2022!
I was never involved in anything illegal. However, an incident from my younger days (Blind Rage... yes, we've met) made me realize that I had to do something to control my anger. Meeting the right woman and having kids was a true blessing. I know for sure she wouldn't have had anything to do with me if I hadn't made the changes. She is aware of my past as are our kids. Now I think before I act because of what I have to lose from letting my anger get the best of me. Not just the loss of respect from my family but being able to look in the mirror and be proud of the person I see looking back. I let a lot of things slide now that used to set me off because when you have perspective, you realize it's just not worth it. The downside... and I can only speak for myself, is I know "that person" is never far away. It just takes a LOT to get me to that point. And over the years that devil has whispered in my ear every now and then. Thankfully I was able to shine it on and walk away because it just wasn't worth it. 99% of the time I'm as calm as can be, joking, laughing and I'm genuinely a happy guy. Not quite 100% because if you mess with my family, I'm gonna listen to that devil and all bets are off. Because of that, again just my opinion, I really don't think someone can fully be clear of the ghosts from their past. Because given the right set of circumstances, "that person" can return to whisper in your ear. And you will listen.