Uncovering the Real Gangs of New York (2003)

Uncovering the Real Gangs of New York

2003

Documentary History

Synopsis

This brief look at mid nineteenth century New York City, a period of mass immigration, street gangs, political corruption, and the worst civilian insurrection in the country's history, lends insight into the inspiration for Martin Scorsese's new movie, Gangs of New York.

Credits

Director

Harry Hanbury

Cast

Bob Brown as Narrator (voice)

Brian Ferguson as Self

Cameron Diaz as Self

Daniel Day-Lewis as Self

Kenneth Jackson as Self

Lucy Sante as Self

Peter Quinn as Self

Rebecca Yamin as Self