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The Real Story Behind Martin Scorsese's "Goodfellas"
Martin Scorsese's Goodfellas, released in 1990, is frequently lauded as one of the greatest films of all time. Based on the non-fiction book Wiseguy by Nicholas Pileggi, the film chronicles the life of mobster Henry Hill and his involvement with the Italian mafia. However, the accuracy of the depiction has been a point of debate among film enthusiasts and historians alike. Behind the illustrious storytelling lies a patchwork of fact and fiction that has shaped the legacy of this cinematic masterpiece.