Description: In the 1890s, New Orleans was a melting pot of cultures, including a significant Italian immigrant population. While the city was not the epicenter of organized crime as it later became in cities like New York, the beginnings of Mafia activities, particularly the Matranga crime family, were evident. The assassination of New Orleans Police Chief David Hennessy in 1890, followed by the lynchings of Italian suspects in 1891, further fueled the narrative of organized crime and Italian involvement in the city’s criminal underworld.
Genre: Feature Film
Date Created: Not specified
Content: SIKELIA PRODUCTIONS
750 Lexington Ave., 20th Fl., New York, NY 10022 info@sikelia-ny.com
lfrechette@sikelia-ny.com
PHONE: 212-906-8800 – 212-906-8814
STATUS: Development
WRITER: Eric Roth
DIRECTOR: Martin Scorsese
CAST: Leonardo DiCaprio
Unveiling the Intrigue of Midnight Vendetta
Step into the vibrant tapestry of 1890s New Orleans with “Midnight Vendetta,” a feature film by Sikelia Productions. Directed by the legendary Martin Scorsese and penned by Eric Roth, this production delves into the city’s cultural mosaic, exploring the early roots of organized crime and the enigmatic Matranga crime family. Set against the backdrop of Italian immigrant communities, the narrative unfolds with the assassination of Police Chief David Hennessy, igniting a riveting tale of crime, justice, and the looming shadows of the underworld.
Bringing this captivating narrative to life is an all-star cast led by the iconic Leonardo DiCaprio. With Scorsese’s masterful direction and Roth’s compelling storytelling, “Midnight Vendetta” promises to be a thrilling cinematic experience that delves into a lesser-known chapter of American history, weaving together intrigue, drama, and the allure of the unknown.
