The Films of Martin Scorsese: Gangsters, Greed, and Guilt

Few mainstream filmmakers have as pronounced a disregard for the supposed rules of filmmaking as Martin Scorsese. His inventiveness displays a reaction against the “right” way to make a movie, frequently eschewing tradition in favor of something flashy and unexpected. Despite this, he's become one of the most influential directors of the last fifty years, a critical darling, and a fan favorite.

In The Films of Martin Scorsese: Gangsters, Greed, and Guilt, Eric San Juan guides readers through...