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Fallen Empire: Making 'American Gangster'
Fallen Empire: Making 'American Gangster'
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  2. Fallen Empire: Making 'American Gangster'

Fallen Empire: Making 'American Gangster'

2008
1h 18m
Documentary

Status

Released

Release

2008

Runtime

1h 18m

Storyline

A five-part feature that examines the real-life story behind the film (including interview clips with the real Frank Lucas), the costume design, the film's production, a look at the boxing match, and the film's sound mixing and soundtrack.

Score Distribution

Details

Status
Released
Runtime
1h 18m
Oct 14, 2008
Director
Charles de Lauzirika
Charles de Lauzirika
Production
Lauzirika Motion Picture Company
Lauzirika Motion Picture Company

Top Cast

4 Cast Members

Russell Crowe

Russell Crowe

Self

Denzel Washington

Denzel Washington

Self

Ridley Scott

Ridley Scott

Self

Josh Brolin

Josh Brolin

Self

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