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Vendetta

1999·Movie
1h 57min·R
IMDb6.1Rotten Tomatoes–62%

Where to watch

HBO Max

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Vendetta fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and violent

  • Tension8
  • Violence8
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Moving

  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy6
  • Catharsis6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Satire & Parody3

World

History, crime, and a real life story

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

Threats. Intimidation. Murder. His way is the only way.

Based on a true story, Vendetta tells the shocking and tragic story of a group of Sicilian immigrants working on the New Orleans docks in the 1890's. After the Chief of Police was brutally murdered, much of the city's Sicilian population was rounded up and brought in for questioning. Eventually, thirteen were formally tried for murder and nine went to trial, and while they were acquitted, a series of brutal lynchings showed they had as much to fear from the city's general populace as they did from the corrupt police force.
Historical Crime DramaSicilian ImmigrantsLynchingTrue StoryPolitical CorruptionVigilante JusticeNew Orleans1890s SettingMob Violence

Crew

Directed by:
Nicholas Meyer
Written by:
Timothy Prager, Richard Gambino
Produced by:
Nicholas Pileggi
Composed by:
John Altman

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

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Where can I stream Vendetta legally?

HBO Max

Vendetta is included with a subscription to HBO Max in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Vendetta worth watching?

61
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 6.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Vendetta rated?

RViolenceStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is Vendetta?

1 h 57 min

Vendetta runs 1 h 57 min.

Is Vendetta based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is Vendetta in?

EnglishItalian

It was made in English, with some Italian. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Vendetta?

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