Black Mass

Directed by Scott Cooper

In 1970s South Boston, FBI Agent John Connolly persuades Irish mobster James “Whitey” Bulger (Johnny Depp, giving his best performance in years) to collaborate with the FBI and eliminate a common enemy: the Italian mob. Directed by Scott Cooper and scripted by acclaimed playwright Jez Butterworth, Black Mass tells the true story of this unholy alliance, which spiralled out of control, allowing Whitey to evade law enforcement, consolidate power, and become one of the most ruthless and powerful gangsters in Boston history. Reminiscent of Scorsese, this film packs an almighty punch.

Duration:
123 minutes

Languages:
English

Country of origin:
USA

Year of production:
2015