Robert De Niro, born on August 17, 1943, in New York City, is a renowned American actor and producer, celebrated for his extensive and influential career in film. He has garnered numerous accolades, including two Academy Awards for Best Supporting Actor in The Godfather Part II (1974) and Best Actor in Raging Bull (1980).
Recent Work: De Niro’s latest project is The Alto Knights, a gangster drama where he portrays both Frank Costello and Vito Genovese. The film, directed by Barry Levinson, explores the complex relationship between these two mafia bosses. However, reviews have been mixed. The Times criticized the dual-role performance as ineffective, stating it lacked necessary character chemistry.
Conversely, the San Francisco Chronicle found De Niro’s portrayal engaging, despite some unintended comedic undertones.
The Financial Times noted the film’s pacing issues, describing it as both rushed and sluggish.