Goodfellas

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"Goodfellas" is a critically acclaimed American gangster film directed by Martin Scorsese, released in 1990. The movie is based on the true story of Henry Hill, a New York mobster, as told in Nicholas Pileggi's biography "Wiseguy." It follows Hill's journey from his early days as a young man involved with the Lucchese crime family to his eventual downfall. The film explores themes of loyalty, greed, and vulnerability, offering a candid look at the allure and consequences of a life in organized crime. The film features outstanding performances from Robert De Niro, Ray Liotta, Joe Pesci, and Lorraine Bracco. Scorsese's direction combines stunning cinematography with intense, shocking moments of violence. "Goodfellas" is renowned for its iconic scenes, such as the Copacabana tracking shot, and its portrayal of the 1978 Lufthansa heist. The movie's exploration of the mob lifestyle, coupled with its cinematic techniques, has made it a classic in the crime genre, inducted into the National Film Registry and named one of the greatest American films by the American Film Institute.