#29: Goodfellas (1990)
Martin Scorsese’s fascination with Nicholas Pileggi’s Wiseguy, a gripping true crime narrative, led him to create a mob classic. Collaborating with Pileggi, Scorsese adapted the book into the acclaimed film Goodfellas, retaining its gritty realism while reshaping the narrative for cinematic brilliance. The movie delves into the notorious 1978 Lufthansa heist, capturing the complexities of organized crime with unparalleled depth and intensity.
Scorsese’s masterful direction, combined with Pileggi’s compelling source material, solidifies Goodfellas as an enduring cinematic masterpiece revered for its authenticity and cinematic impact in depicting the underworld of organized crime.