Taxi Driver

BEST OF ... ROBERT DE NIRO

We pay tribute to the iconic actor on the occasion of his 80th birthday

Robert De Niro, an American actor with Italian roots, is one of the most influential actors in modern cinema. Through his intense performances in dramas, crime thrillers, and comedies, he has captivated audiences with his versatility and authenticity. His career spans numerous award-winning films and decades of success. The two-time Oscar winner and film producer has been one of the leading character actors in American cinema since the mid-1970s. We pay tribute to this icon with exclusive re-releases—selected by us—of five of his greatest box-office hits and cult classics.

Travis Bickle (Robert De Niro) is a loner who drives a taxi in New York. New York inspires in him both fascination and revulsion. Eventually, he becomes consumed by the mission to rid the city of its depravity and filth—by force of arms.

USA 1976; Director: Martin Scorsese;

Cast: Cybill Shepherd, Harvey Keitel, Jodie Foster, Martin Scorsese, Peter Boyle, Robert De Niro

Original language: English