Robert De Niro's 'The Alto Knights' Debuts to Mixed Reviews

The crime drama explores the rivalry between mob bosses Frank Costello and Vito Genovese but faces criticism for lack of originality and sluggish pacing.

Robert De Niro takes on dual roles as Frank Costello and Vito Genovese, marking a career first for the actor.
Directed by Barry Levinson and written by Nicholas Pileggi, the film dramatizes the real-life power struggle between the two mob bosses in 1957 New York.
Critics have praised the film's historical authenticity and visual style but criticized its excessive dialogue and failure to innovate within the mob genre.
The title 'The Alto Knights' references a Manhattan social club historically tied to the Genovese crime family, adding a layer of authenticity to the narrative.
Following its theatrical release on March 21, 2025, the film is expected to stream on Warner Bros.-Discovery's platform Max after its run in theaters.