American Gangster

Universal Pictures’ American Gangster, directed by Ridley Scott and written by Steve Zaillian, is a gripping crime epic that follows Harlem drug kingpin Frank Lucas (Denzel Washington) and the detective determined to bring him down (Russell Crowe).

The film blends gritty realism with sharp character work, elevated by powerhouse performances and a tightly woven script.

I had the pleasure of editing the behind-the-scenes features, which offered a closer look at the film’s meticulous production and on-set dynamic—an incredibly rewarding project that highlighted the craft behind the camera.