A Bronx Tale is released
A Bronx Tale is a 1993 American crime drama film set in The Bronx during the turbulent era of the 1960s.
It was the directorial debut of Robert De Niro, and follows a young Italian-American teenager as his path in life is guided by two father figures, played by De Niro and Chazz Palminteri. It also includes a brief appearance by Joe Pesci. It was written by Palminteri, based partially upon his childhood. The film grossed over $17 million domestically in the box office.