Telling Tales Film Series: Gangs of New York

The exhibition Telling Tales explores how nineteenth-century Americans represented themselves. This film series looks at how some movie directors chose to represent archetypal heroes and villains from American history and literature by casting Irish actor Daniel Day-Lewis in leading roles. Famous for living in character during lengthy shoots, Day-Lewis has played some of the most charismatic historical personages, both fictional and real, in contemporary cinema. Join us for a salute to our favorite face of American history on film. Look for announcements about prescreening fun on the Frist Center website.

Telling Tales Film Series: Our Hero: Daniel Day-Lewis and American History on Film 

About the film: Gangs of New York
Leonardo DiCaprio stars as Amsterdam Vallon, an Irish immigrant seeking vengeance against the psychotic nativist kingpin Bill “The Butcher” Cutting. With the help of a beautiful pickpocket and an army of colorful allies, Vallon fights his way to power in New York City during the era of corrupt Tammany Hall political bosses and seething race and class conflicts. Featuring a powerhouse of actors, including Daniel Day-Lewis as Bill, the film was nominated for ten Academy Awards. Directed by Martin Scorsese. Starring Daniel Day-Lewis, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Cameron Diaz.

See fristcenter.org for more information on this exciting film series. Wine, beer, and a full menu are available in the Frist Center Café and can be enjoyed during each screening.