Tag: American Gangster
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Frank Lucas, ‘American Gangster’ Drug Kingpin, Dead at 88
Frank Lucas, the Harlem drug kingpin immortalized in Ridley Scott’s 2007 crime film American Gangster, died Thursday at the age of 88. Lucas’ nephew Aldwan Lassiter confirmed his death to Rolling Stone, adding that Lucas died of natural causes.Lucas, the “Original Gangster” who was known to confabulate his own criminal legacy, is credited as the…
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Idris Elba to Direct, Star in, and Produce Music for ‘Hunchback of Notre Dame’ Movie at Netflix
Idris Elba is going all in on The Hunchback of Notre Dame. THR reports that the tremendously talented actor has signed on to star in, direct, and produce music for a modern retelling of the Victor Hugo classic for Netflix. The film is described as a “sonic and musical experience,” with Elba finally melding his…