The seeds for revenge take place in 1846, when a battle is fought against the Irish and the "native" Americans over the five points area of New York City. It is here where "Bill the Butcher" (Day-Lewis) slays Priest Vallon, whose son, Amsterdam Vallon (Dicaprio) is then taken to an orphanage. The plot unfolds when in 1863, Amsterdam returns to the five points to seek revenge against his fathers killer.
Audio commentary from director Martin Scorsese
'Set Design' featurette
'Exploring The Sets': a multi-angle feature
'Costume Design' featurette
'History Of New York's Five Points' featurette
'Five Points' study guide
'Uncovering The Real Gangs Of New York' Discovery Channel programme
U2 'The Hands That Built America' music video
Theatrical trailer
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