Part of the Opening Night selection, the gangster movie itself is based on Charles Brandt's book 'I Heard You Paint Houses' and marks the fourth time Robert De Niro and Al Pacino work together.
- Jul 30, 2019
AceShowbiz - Martin Scorsese's new highly anticipated gangster epic "The Irishman" will open the New York Film Festival.
The filmmaker's latest release, which stars his frequent collaborator Robert De Niro and Al Pacino, will debut in his home city as part of the annual event's Opening Night selection in September.
"It's an incredible honor that 'The Irishman' has been selected as the Opening Night of the New York Film Festival," said Scorsese in a statement. "The festival is critical to bringing awareness to cinema from around the world. I am grateful to have the opportunity to premiere my new picture in New York alongside my wonderful cast and crew."
The film, which is based on Charles Brandt's book "I Heard You Paint Houses", marks the fourth time De Niro and Pacino have appeared on-screen together and the ninth time De Niro has teamed with Scorsese. "The Irishman" marks the first collaboration between Pacino and the "Goodfellas" director.
The 57th New York Film Festival will be held from 27 September to 13 October.
