King of New York
dir. Abel Ferrara
71
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A former drug lord returns from prison determined to wipe out all his competition and distribute the profits of his operations to New York's poor and lower classes in this stylish and ultra violent modern twist on Robin Hood.
Critics consensus
King of New York covers familiar narrative ground with impressive style -- and leaves plenty of room for its talented cast to deliver gripping performances.
Directed byAbel Ferrara
StarringChristopher Walken, David Caruso, Laurence Fishburne, Victor Argo, Wesley Snipes, Janet Julian
Written byNicholas St. John
CinematographyBojan Bazelli
EditingAnthony Redman
MusicJoe Delia
King of New York
1990 · R · 1h 43m
Thriller, Crime
A former drug lord returns from prison determined to wipe out all his competition and distribute the profits of his operations to New York's poor and lower classes in this stylish and ultra violent modern twist on Robin Hood.
Our Verdict
71
Critics Consensus
King of New York covers familiar narrative ground with impressive style -- and leaves plenty of room for its talented cast to deliver gripping performances.
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