Mean Streets

Mean Streets

Go to church on Sunday. Go to Hell on Monday.

R 1973 · 112 min · ★ 7.0 (2K) · Drama, Crime

A small-time hood must choose from among love, friendship and the chance to rise within the mob.

Directed by Martin Scorsese · Written by Martin Scorsese

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