American Night

About American Night

'American Night' is a thrilling noir film that takes us into the world of art theft and Mafia intrigue. The movie turns on the underbelly of New York City's art scene and the sinister Mafia underworld that lurks beneath. The story centers around an art dealer, John Kaplan, who teams up with a Mafia syndicate to save a painting that could lead to a treasure worth millions and bring about a cold war between rival gangs.

Making / Production

'American Night' was directed by Alessio Della Valle and produced by Martha Capello. The movie started its principal photography in February 2020 and wrapped in July 2020, eventually getting its release in 2021. With an excellent team of Michael Madsen, Alessio Della Valle, and a talented cast, the film captures the dark life of art theft in the Mafia underworld.

Actors

• Jonathan Rhys Meyers: The talented actor breathes life into the character of John Kaplan, an art dealer stuck in the dangerous world of art thieves and the Mafia.
• Emile Hirsch: He plays the role of Michael Rubino, a Mafia hitman, giving a great performance filled with intensity and action.
• Jeremy Piven: Piven adds depth to the character of Mark Ryder, exhibiting a stellar performance that brings audiences to the edge of their seats.
• Michael Madsen: His portrayal of a Mafia boss gives the film a cruel and sinister tension that's required for any Mafia-related thriller.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The director, Alessio Della Valle, originally came up with the idea for 'American Night' while vacationing in New York City.
• Apart from the United States, the movie was also shot in various locations in Italy and the United Kingdom.
• Jonathan Rhys Meyers does his own stunts in the film.

Awards

As of now, the movie hasn't won any notable awards.

Quotes

• "There's more to life than just surviving, sometimes you got to live."
• "In the world of art, nothing is what it seems."
• "Every day is a masterpiece, even if it crushes you."

Music, Soundtrack

• 'Inception' - Composed by Hans Zimmer
• 'Godfather Theme' - Composed by Nino Rota
• 'Dark Knight Rises Suite' - Composed by Hans Zimmer