This movie takes us back to New York during the middle of the 19th century, when street rivalries between the "natives" and masses of Irish immigrants often became bloody and brutal. Mobs ran the streets. Police and politicans were corrupt, and more loyal to the gangster bosses than the public. And of course, the Civil War was underway, which meant the draft (which only the rich could afford to legally avoid by paying $300). Not a pretty time.

Generally a pretty good movie. I found it interesting and informative, though not totally riveting. I didn't quite buy the romance between Leo and Cameron

Still, it was worth watching, and very good in many regards. 3 stars.