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Martin Scorsese
American film director Martin Scorsese, 2008.
Directed by Martin Scorsese, The Irishman (2019) is a mob drama that centers on Frank Sheeran, a hit man played by Robert De Niro who claimed to be involved in the murder of the prominent American labor leader Jimmy Hoffa.12
The film, which features Al Pacino as Hoffa and Joe Pesci in a key role, explores the intersection of organized crime and labor union politics. It received widespread critical acclaim and earned 10 Academy Award nominations, including a nod for best picture.12