Newly released gangster epic The Traitor is the latest crime epic for movie fans to obsess over. Chosen as the Italian entry for the Best International Feature Film at the 92nd Academy Awards, The Traitor from director Marco Bellocchio tells the true story of Sicilian Mafia boss Tommaso Buscetta.
A major figure in Italian crime who was also active in the United States of America, Buscetta faced major legal troubles before becoming totally disillusioned with mafia life as he was dealt family tragedy.
Turning into an informant for the authorities, Buscetta betrayed details of the mafia organisation. The new film sees Italian actor Pierfrancesco Favino star as Buscetta in an entertaining and large scope examination of ageing solitary figure
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