Death of a Gangster
“If a gangster breaks the rules, how far will you go to punish him? Even if it is your own blood.”
Synopsis
The East Side of Los Angeles, known for its drugs, violence and corruption is about to go to war. This Time, however, it's between two childhood friends who are forced to face a secret so deep that it has kept them apart for 15 years. Luis Ruiz, a former gang leader, is on the verge of getting out but his younger brother, Carlos, will not allow it. An innocent kid with a chip on his shoulder, Carlos dishonors the drug lord Pablo Mendecello, forcing a stream of events that lead to the ultimate face off. To make matters worse Luis falls in love with Tess McKay, an LAPD cop whose sole mission is to end the gang war. Luis must choose between two worlds: one where his family lives, or the other where his future lies.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kate Whitney
- Original Title
- Death of a Gangster
- Country of Origin
- Mexico
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kate Whitney
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Kate Whitney
Director
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What is Death of a Gangster about?
The East Side of Los Angeles, known for its drugs, violence and corruption is about to go to war. This Time, however, it's between two childhood friends who are forced to face a secret so deep that it has kept them apart for 15 years. Luis Ruiz, a former gang leader, is on the verge of getting out but his younger brother, Carlos, will not allow it. An innocent kid with a chip on his shoulder, Carlos dishonors the drug lord Pablo Mendecello, forcing a stream of events that lead to the ultimate face off. To make matters worse Luis falls in love with Tess McKay, an LAPD cop whose sole mission is to end the gang war. Luis must choose between two worlds: one where his family lives, or the other where his future lies.
Who directed Death of a Gangster?
Death of a Gangster was directed by Kate Whitney.
Who stars in Death of a Gangster?
The principal cast of Death of a Gangster includes Not specified.
When was Death of a Gangster released and how long is it?
Death of a Gangster was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.