DVD
The definitive guide to the mob [videorecording].
Definitive Guide to The Mob, a two hour special, takes viewers through the varied and captivating history of organized crime in the United States. From the Cosa Nostra to the Irish Mob, Definitive Guide to The Mob touches upon the origins, structure and culture of America's most notorious and prominent organized crime groups. In doing so, the special explores these groups' relationship to each other and their roles in America's Mafia landscape.
Record details
- Physical Description: 1 videodisc (ca. 90 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
- Publisher: [United States] : A&E Television Networks ; c2013.
Content descriptions
| General Note: | Originally broadcast on the History Channel in 2008. Title from container. |
| Participant or Performer Note: | Host, Michael Franzese. |
| Target Audience Note: | E. |
| System Details Note: | DVD, widescreen presentation ; Dolby Digital 5.1. |
| Terms Governing Use and Reproduction Note: | For private home use only. |
| Language Note: | English dialogue with optional Spanish subtitles; subtitled in English for the deaf and hard of hearing. |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Documentary television programs. Mafia > History. Mafiosi > History. Organized crime > United States > History. |
Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Tsuga Consortium.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
Show Only Available Copies
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stroud Branch | DVD 364.106073 Def | 31681002345387 | NFDVD | Available | - |
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"What is life really like in the American mafia? How do you get in, get made and make money? And what happens when you get in too deep? THE DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO THE MOB answers all of these questions and more by turning to the ultimate authority: former Colombo family captain Michael Franzese. Michael grew up in this world, following in the footsteps of his father, Colombo family underboss Sonny Franzese, and he earned more money for the organization than anyone since Al Capone. Michael also did what no made man has ever done before or since: he publicly quit La Cosa Nostra â without going into witness protection â and lived to tell the tale. This fast- paced, two-hour special takes viewers on a step-by-step journey through the worldâs most famous criminal organization as lived by one of its most notorious members. Youâll find out exactly how the mob works â and wonder how Michael Franzese is still alive." - Baker & Taylor
Explores the inside life of the American mafia through the story of former Colombo family captain Michael Franzese. - Lions Gate
What is life really like in the American mafia? How do you get in, get made and make money? And what happens when you get in too deep? THE DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO THE MOB answers all of these questions and more by turning to the ultimate authority: former Colombo family captain Michael Franzese. Michael grew up in this world, following in the footsteps of his father, Colombo family underboss Sonny Franzese, and he earned more money for the organization than anyone since Al Capone. Michael also did what no made man has ever done before or since: he publicly quit La Cosa Nostra - without going into witness protection - and lived to tell the tale. This fast- paced, two-hour special takes viewers on a step-by-step journey through the world's most famous criminal organization as lived by one of its most notorious members. You'll find out exactly how the mob works - and wonder how Michael Franzese is still alive.
