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The Time Magazine Interview

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”

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”

French Edition: The Deadly Don

Comes January 2024, the French language edition of The Deadly Don: Vito Genovese Mafia Boss, will be published. The title in the French is Parrain Mortel “Parrain” is the French for godfather, crime boss, and similar characterizations. The French seem to like stories about the Mafia, which harkens back to the days when the ItalianContinue reading “French Edition: The Deadly Don”

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”