American Gangster (2007)
“American Gangster” (2007), directed by Ridley Scott, is a gripping crime drama based on the true story of Frank Lucas, a heroin kingpin in 1970s Harlem. Denzel Washington stars as Lucas, who rises to power by bypassing the traditional mafia structure and smuggling pure heroin from Southeast Asia. Russell Crowe plays Richie Roberts, a dedicated detective determined to bring down Lucas’s empire. The film explores themes of corruption, loyalty, and justice, as Lucas and Roberts engage in a high-stakes cat-and-mouse game. It’s a compelling look at the intersection of crime, law enforcement, and moral ambiguity.
