Whenever a director comes along with their own unique style, a lot of copycats tend to follow.
10Donnie Brasco
Before Scorsese came along, mafia movies tended to follow the tradition ofThe Godfather.
One of the best Scorsese imitators in this tradition is Mike NewellsDonnie Brasco.
Much like Scorseses crime films, its a contemplative character study disguised as a violent gangster movie.
9American Hustle
David O. Russell tried his hand at a Scorsese-style crime film withAmerican Hustle.
8Joker
Todd Phillips record-breaking billion-dollar blockbusterJokeris essentially a mashup ofTaxi DriverandThe King of Comedy.
It has one of the most memorable opening sequences in movie history.
5American Made
Doug LimansAmerican Madeplays like a more action-packed version of a Scorsese crime biopic.
And, much likeGoodfellas, its a wildly entertaining ride that doesnt leave its audience bored for a second.
It takes some liberties with the historical events it depicts, but its a real capital-M movie.
Similar toGoodfellas,I, Tonyahas rapid-paced editing and a healthy dose of dark humor.
Where Scorsese focused on Little Italy inMean Streets,City of Godfocuses on Rios Cidade de Deus suburb.
It has a sprawling ensemble cast, a complex web of plotlines, and a well-rounded world.
Anderson heavily channels Scorsese in his direction ofBoogie Nights.
In the final scene ofBoogie Nights, Anderson even includes a direct homage tothe ending ofRaging Bull.
