The North End

A young filmmaker living in Boston's Italian district, the North End, wants to make a film about the neighborhood. He needs the blessing of a local celebrity, famous for playing gangsters in movies.

Directed by Frank Ciota, The North End leans on a strong ensemble — Frank Vincent, Tony Darrow, Matthew Del Negro — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 1998.