Robert De Niro Plays Dual Mob Bosses in Barry Levinson's "The Alto Knights"; First Trailer Released

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The first trailer has dropped for "The Alto Knights," the latest gangster epic from Academy Award-winning director Barry Levinson, known for films like "Rain Man" and "Good Morning, Vietnam." The film stars Oscar winner Robert De Niro, who previously collaborated with Levinson on the 2017 HBO TV movie "The Wizard of Lies." In "The Alto Knights," De Niro takes on a dual role, portraying two of America's most infamous mafia bosses: Frank Costello and Vito Genovese.

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"The Alto Knights" chronicles the story of Costello and Genovese, who were once close friends. However, their bond fractured due to turf wars, jealousy, and a series of betrayals, leading to a bitter rivalry that ultimately reshaped the landscape of the mafia and the future of America. The film's ensemble cast also includes Debra Messing, Wallace Langham, Kathrine Narducci, and Matt Servitto.

The screenplay for "The Alto Knights" was penned by Nicholas Pileggi, the acclaimed writer behind "Goodfellas." The film is slated for a March 21 release in North America.