6 Recommended Romantic Mafia Films, Exciting and Can Make You Emotional

Kapanlagi.com - Films about the mafia in general have exciting and tense stories. However, it turns out that there are also mafia films with a touch of romance. Although only presented thinly as a sweetener, the romantic story still adds its own color and makes the mafia films more interesting. In fact, some recommended romantic mafia films can also make you emotional.

Mafia films filled with brutal scenes and intriguing actions may be more favored by male viewers. However, the presence of romantic elements also makes mafia films suitable to be watched by female viewers, or even watched together with a partner.

Curious about the recommended mafia films that are exciting and can also make you emotional? To find out, let's take a look at the list and brief reviews below.

1. HOW I FELL IN LOVE WITH A GANGSTER

HOW I FELL IN LOVE WITH A GANGSTER just from the title itself, it can be guessed that this mafia film has a romantic story. This film tells the story of a prominent Polish mafia named Nikodem Skotarczak or Nikos. Nikos started his mafia business through the illegal dark business of buying and selling luxury cars. In addition, Nikos also runs other illegal businesses.

Interestingly, HOW I FELL IN LOVE WITH A GANGSTER presents the story of Nikos from the perspective of a woman who falls in love with him. Therefore, not only portrayed as a cruel and terrifying figure, this mafia named Nikos also sometimes shows a sweet side that eventually makes people fall in love. So, interested in watching it?

2. A FAMILY

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The second recommended romantic mafia film comes from Japan. The film is called A FAMILY. This film tells the story of a Japanese mafia family, commonly known as the yakuza. This mafia family is greatly feared in their territory. One day, a child named Kenji Yamamoto who lost his father decides to join the mafia group in that family.

In that mafia group, Kenji then meets Hiroshi Shibasaki, the leader of the mafia group. Kenji is so close to Hiroshi that he considers him as a father. In addition, Kenji also feels that the mafia group that shelters him is now his family. Therefore, Kenji is very loyal to his mafia group. However, Kenji's loyalty is eventually tested after he meets Ono Machiko, a woman who brings a new color to his life.

3. THE TOWN

THE TOWN is also one of the romantic mafia films that you shouldn't miss. Moreover, the quality of THE TOWN is unquestionable. In 2011, this romantic mafia film successfully made it to the list of Oscar nominations. In addition, this film is also highly regarded because it stars several big Hollywood actors.

THE TOWN tells the story of a group of friends who decide to rob a bank. To carry out their action, they then kidnap a woman who serves as an assistant manager at the bank. Their action goes smoothly, until one of the members of the gang unknowingly develops feelings for the hostage.

4. 365 DAYS

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Who doesn't know 365 DAYS? This romantic mafia film recommendation was widely discussed some time ago. 365 DAYS tells the story of a mafia named Massimo Torricelli who harbors revenge. Besides being filled with revenge, Massimo also has a traumatic past that makes him hate everyone and find it difficult to fall in love.

However, one day, Massimo meets Laura. Massimo pays Laura to fulfill his biological needs. But unexpectedly, gradually Massimo, who initially couldn't sympathize with others, falls in love with Laura. Not only does it tell the story of Massimo and Laura's relationship, this film also portrays a tense mafia story.

5. AVENGING ANGELO

Next on the list of romantic mafia film recommendations, there is a film titled AVENGING ANGELO. This film about the mafia has a story about a woman mafia seeking revenge. It is told that Jennifer Barrett is the daughter of a mafia who was killed by his enemy. Not accepting it, Jennifer strives to seek revenge.

Having a female protagonist, AVENGING ANGELO certainly has a unique plot. The intense actions displayed are different from other mafia films. However, to carry out her actions, Jennifer is not alone. She is always accompanied by Frankie Delano, her most loyal bodyguard. While seeking revenge together, Jennifer and Frankie eventually also get caught up in their feelings.

6. BABY DRIVER

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The sixth and final recommendation for a romantic mafia film is BABY DRIVER. Similar to the aforementioned recommendations, BABY DRIVER also has an exciting and tense story. In addition, the romance element in this film can also make the audience feel emotional.

BABY DRIVER tells the story of a young man named Miles who uses the alias Baby. At first glance, Baby's life as a driver seems normal. However, it turns out that Baby is not an ordinary driver. Baby is a driver for the mafia. But, Baby is not part of the mafia group that is transported every day. Baby does this job to protect his endangered girlfriend.

Those are some exciting and emotionally engaging recommendations for romantic mafia films. Enjoy watching!

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