Goodfellas: Screenplay
Goodfellas: Screenplay by Martin Scorsese, published by Faber & Faber on February 21, 2000, is a compelling exploration of the life of Henry Hill, who grows up in a Brooklyn neighborhood dominated by Italian-American gangsters. This edition spans 142 pages and presents a vivid narrative of Henry’s aspirations to become a ‘wiseguy’ and the rapid transformation of his life as he partners with notorious figures like Jimmy Conway and Tommy DeVito. The screenplay captures the complexities of a life steeped in crime, wealth, and the inevitable consequences that follow.
Readers will find a detailed account of Henry’s journey through the criminal underworld, highlighting the allure of power and the harsh realities that accompany it. As he navigates the highs of gaudy riches and the lows of federal scrutiny, the screenplay delves into themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the personal costs of a life of crime. With its focus on the performing arts and film, this edition offers insights into the cinematic portrayal of mob life, making it a significant addition for those interested in the intersection of storytelling and the realities of organized crime.
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Henry Hills grows up in 1950s, in a Brooklyn neighbourhood where Italian-American gangsters walk tall in the streets, commanding the respect of their peers. Young Henry dreams that one day he too might be a professional ‘wiseguy’ – a ‘good fella’. His wishes come true with remarkable speed once he teams up with renowned hoodlum Jimmy Conway and his alarmingly psychotic pal Tommy DeVito. Henry embarks on an everyday life of crime which takes him from rags to gaudy riches, in and out of the federal penitentiary and under the unwelcome spotlight of the FBI. As the 1970s turn sour, Henry finds himself at the sharp end of the cocaine trade, increasingly adrift from his extended mobster ‘family’, and forced to make a tough decision about his future .
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