Sons of Ecstasy Review: Unpacking a Complex Criminal Saga

The documentary brings real-life figures to the forefront, centering on a notorious former gangster and his family caught between a past steeped in organized crime and a later chapter marked by dangerous ambition.
The film opens with a compelling portrayal of Sammy “The Bull” Gravano—a man known for his controversial transformation after years of criminal involvement—who now faces the repercussions of a legacy defined by violence and betrayal.
Following his exit from witness protection, the narrative turns to his son Gerard, whose venture into the ecstasy drug scene in Phoenix sets off a tense rivalry with English Shaun. This conflict is painted against the backdrop of the energetic nightlife and the raw atmosphere of a drug-fueled era.
Throughout the film, personal stories and accounts from those involved offer a window into the pressures of living up to a notorious family name. The shifting scenes—from intimate confessions to...
The film opens with a compelling portrayal of Sammy “The Bull” Gravano—a man known for his controversial transformation after years of criminal involvement—who now faces the repercussions of a legacy defined by violence and betrayal.
Following his exit from witness protection, the narrative turns to his son Gerard, whose venture into the ecstasy drug scene in Phoenix sets off a tense rivalry with English Shaun. This conflict is painted against the backdrop of the energetic nightlife and the raw atmosphere of a drug-fueled era.
Throughout the film, personal stories and accounts from those involved offer a window into the pressures of living up to a notorious family name. The shifting scenes—from intimate confessions to...
- 3/13/2025
- by Zhi Ho
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