Terrific sets and costume design!!!

Rating: Null/10 (5 January 2003)

This movie was so intriguing to me because of Daniel Lewis. He was so credible as Bill Cutting, Bill the Butcher. The clothing that he wore, the way he spoke and the rage that consumed him made for a very memorable performance. He should get nominated for this easily come the Oscars. As for Leonardo, he was good also. Cameron Diaz was, as always, forgettable. But I can't stress enough how Marty S. pulled this one off. I have always been very interested in New York history. There is a lot that I didn't realize went on in New York in those days..such as feuding between fire departments and the immense hatred of Irish immigrants. Also, the hatred of Lincoln! I had no idea he was so hated by those opposed to the draft. There were also scenes when as soon as the Irish immigrants got off the boat, they enrolled for the DRAFT!! In any event, this is a three hour movie and it's good. Sure, it's violent but it's also a historical epic. I give this two thumbs up BIG TIME.