In the past week, I’ve found myself doing a lot of press about the new movie Alto Knights, which has garnered significant attention from both fans and critics alike. As a writer, it’s been gratifying to see how my books, Top Hoodlum and The Deadly Don, were used as research material for the script, blendingContinue reading “The Time Magazine Interview”
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The Alto Knights Preview
Last night, I attended the preview of the new film, The Alto Knights, which starts Robert DeNiro in a dual role as Frank Costello and Vito Genovese. The movie has already generated considerable buzz among critics and audiences alike. Starring the legendary Robert DeNiro in a remarkable dual role, he was a dead ringer forContinue reading “The Alto Knights Preview”
Inside Alto Knights: Frank Costello and Vito Genovese Uncovered
The “Alto Knights,” an eagerly awaited film that delves deeply into the intertwined lives of Frank Costello and Vito Genovese, showcases the incredible talent of Robert DeNiro as he takes on the challenging task of portraying both infamous mobsters. Set to be released on March 21, this cinematic piece is brought to life by theContinue reading “Inside Alto Knights: Frank Costello and Vito Genovese Uncovered”
Get Ready to Unwrap Some Crime: Organized Crime Books for Your Holiday Shopping List
Looking for the perfect gift for the true crime lover in your life this holiday season? Look no further! “The Deadly Don” and “Gotti’s Boys” are must-reads for anyone fascinated by the underworld of organized crime. These organized crime books aren’t your typical cozy mysteries – they dive deep into the gritty and intriguing worldContinue reading “Get Ready to Unwrap Some Crime: Organized Crime Books for Your Holiday Shopping List”
Top Hoodlum–The Audio Version–is on Sale Now
Tantor Media is offering the audio version of Top Hoodlum: Frank Costello Prime Minister of The Mafia at a 60% discount. Sale runs through 5/31/2024 Click on or paste in your browser the above link to be directed to the order page. https://www.audiobooks.com/promotions/promotedBook/340330/top-hoodlum-frank-costello-prime-minister-of-the-mafia?refId=134162 About the Book: “The press nicknamed him ‘The Prime Minister of theContinue reading “Top Hoodlum–The Audio Version–is on Sale Now”
Hamptons Bookfest a Big Hit!
Our True Crime panel, hosted by author Casey Sherman, drew a large crowd in East Hampton on April 15 for the Hamptons Whodunit weekend. Our panel of three talked about the history of the American Mafia, the Lufthansa Heist of 1978, and the process of getting mobsters to talk and trust you as an author.Continue reading “Hamptons Bookfest a Big Hit!”
Frank and Vito, the Movie
So, from the world of Hollywood comes word that the competing lives of Mafia rivals Frank Costello and Vito Genovese, who happen to be the subjects of my two books “Top Hoodlum” and “The Deadly Don,” will be a major motion picture featuring Robert DeNiro playing both men with screenplay by author Nick Pileggi. ShouldContinue reading “Frank and Vito, the Movie”
Anthony M. DeStefano 