Carlito's Way (1993)

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→ Influenced 5 films ← Inspired by 5 films

Free after years in prison, Carlito Brigante intends to give up his criminal ways, but it's not long before the ex-con is sucked back into the New York City underworld. Reconnecting with his dancer girlfriend, Carlito gets entangled in the shady dealings of his friend Dave Kleinfeld, who also serves as his lawyer. An encounter with shifty gangster Benny Blanco sets the duo on a dangerous path.

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The Man with the Golden Arm
The Man with the Golden Arm (1955)1
 Berlin Alexanderplatz
Berlin Alexanderplatz (1980)2
 The Untouchables
The Untouchables (1987)3
 Scarface
Scarface (1932)4
 All That Jazz
All That Jazz (1979)5

→ Influenced

Donnie Brasco
Donnie Brasco (1997)6
 Eastern Promises
Eastern Promises (2007)7
 American Gangster
American Gangster (2007)8
 Heat
Heat (1995)9
 The Town
The Town (2010)10

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Influenced By

  1. The Man with the Golden Arm (1955)
    "This film portrays a former drug addict's struggle to stay clean after release from prison. Similarly, "Carlito's Way" centers on Carlito Brigante's attempts to escape his criminal past, highlighting the challenges of reintegration into society." Actor Al Pacino Makes `Carlito's Way' His Own The Christian Science Monitor The Christian Science Monitor
  2. Berlin Alexanderplatz (1980)
    "Rainer Werner Fassbinder's epic series follows a man trying to lead an honest life after prison but being drawn back into crime. This narrative parallels Carlito's journey and the societal pressures that hinder his redemption." Actor Al Pacino Makes `Carlito's Way' His Own The Christian Science Monitor The Christian Science Monitor
  3. The Untouchables (1987)
    "Another De Palma-directed film, "The Untouchables" features elaborate set pieces and a focus on law enforcement's battle against organized crime. De Palma's experience with this film influenced his approach to the action sequences and narrative style in "Carlito's Way."" Trivia: Carlito's Way [by Henancius Entertainment] Leonardo Cortez - www.henancius.com Henancius
  4. Scarface (1932)
    "Also directed by Brian De Palma and starring Al Pacino, "Scarface" shares thematic and stylistic elements with "Carlito's Way." Both films explore the rise and fall of a criminal protagonist, and they share similar settings and character arcs." Trivia: Carlito's Way [by Henancius Entertainment] Leonardo Cortez - www.henancius.com Henancius
  5. All That Jazz (1979)
    "Bob Fosse's semi-autobiographical musical drama includes a closing sequence where the lead character hallucinates as he dies. This artistic choice is mirrored in "Carlito's Way," particularly in its stylized depiction of the protagonist's fate." Birth of a Notion: 'Carlito's Way' Was Routine and Recycled Birth Of A Notion

Influenced

  1. Donnie Brasco (1997)
    "This film explores the complexities of loyalty and identity within the criminal underworld, themes central to "Carlito's Way."" 7 Movies Like Carlito's Way (1993) Television Stats
  2. Eastern Promises (2007)
    "This film portrays the challenges of escaping the grasp of organized crime, a central theme in "Carlito's Way."" Cinemathread source
  3. American Gangster (2007)
    "Starring Denzel Washington, this film depicts the rise and fall of a drug lord, echoing the narrative arc of "Carlito's Way."" 7 Movies Like Carlito's Way (1993) Television Stats
  4. Heat (1995)
    "Directed by Michael Mann, this film explores the moral complexities of criminals and law enforcement, themes also present in "Carlito's Way."" 7 Movies Like Carlito's Way (1993) Television Stats
  5. The Town (2010)
    "Directed by Ben Affleck, this film delves into the struggles of criminals attempting to leave their illicit lives behind, mirroring Carlito Brigante's journey." Cinemathread source