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Feb 28, 1997 · Based on a true story, the film follows FBI agent Joe Pistone (Johnny Depp) who infiltrates the New York Mafia as Donnie Brasco. He befriends Lefty Ruggiero (Al Pacino), a mobster who becomes his mentor and confidant, but also his dilemma.
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- Biography, Crime, Drama
- Mike Newell
- 1997-02-28
Donnie Brasco is a 1997 American crime drama film directed by Mike Newell, and starring Al Pacino and Johnny Depp. Michael Madsen , Bruno Kirby , James Russo , and Anne Heche appeared in supporting roles.
Apr 2, 2014 · Donnie Brasco was the alias of Joseph Pistone, who infiltrated the Bonanno crime family for five years as a jewel thief and burglar. He collected evidence that led to hundreds of arrests and survived a contract hit by the Mafia.
Joseph Pistone (Johnny Depp) is an FBI agent who has infiltrated one of the major New York Mafia families and is living under the name Donnie Brasco. He develops a relationship with mob hit man ...
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- Mike Newell
- R
- Al Pacino
Feb 27, 1997 · Actually, though, it means a lot to Donnie Brasco, whose real name is Joe Pistone, and who is an undercover agent for the FBI. He gradually wins Lefty's trust, and it becomes clear that Lefty badly needs someone to trust; he has cancer, his son is a junkie, and his mob career is going nowhere.
A true story of an FBI agent who infiltrates the New York Mafia as Donnie Brasco and befriends a mobster named Lefty Ruggiero. The film follows his undercover operation, his personal struggles, and the dangers he faces as the Mafia suspects a mole.
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Watch Donnie Brasco | Netflix. An undercover FBI agent infiltrates a New York Mafia family and develops a close friendship with a mob hitman, putting his job — and life — on the line. Watch trailers & learn more.
