Top 7 Movies Directed by Martin Scorsese

Khuraijam Roger Singh
Sep 12, 2024

Killers of the Flower Moon (2023)

Based on the non-fiction book by David Grann. The film centers around the Osage Nation murders in the 1920s, when members of the wealthy Native American Osage tribe were systematically killed after oil was discovered on their land.

Taxi Driver (1976)

The movie follows Travis Bickle, a mentally unstable Vietnam veteran working as a New York City cab driver. As he becomes increasingly isolated, Travis begins to plot violent revenge against the crime and corruption he sees around him.

Goodfellas (1990)

Based on the true story of mobster Henry Hill, Goodfellas chronicles his rise and fall within the Mafia. The film is celebrated for its gritty realism, rapid pace, and unforgettable performances by De Niro.

The Wolf of Wall Street (2013)

A dark comedy biopic about Jordan Belfort, a stockbroker who rises to wealth through corruption and fraud. The film is known for its excessive depictions of wealth, greed, and moral decay.

The Departed (2006)

A crime thriller set in Boston, The Departed follows two men—one an undercover cop inside a criminal organization, and the other a mole within the police department.

Shutter Island (2010)

Set in 1954, it follows U.S. Marshal Teddy Daniels as he investigates the disappearance of a patient from a remote mental institution and unfolds, Teddy confronts his dark past, and the line between reality and insanity blurs.

Gangs of New York (2002)

Set in the mid-19th century historical drama, starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Daniel Day-Lewis, delves into violent gang conflicts in Five Points, New York City, highlighting themes of revenge, immigration, and urban strife.

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