De Niro's Dogs Steal the Show at "The Alto Knights" Premiere
- Actor Robert De Niro appears at film premiere alongside partner and canines.
Step into the world of Hollywood where legends walk the red carpet, and this time, they're joined by some four-legged co-stars. On March 20, Oscar winner Robert De Niro dazzled at the premiere of his latest project, "The Alto Knights," with an unexpected entourage - his beloved dogs.
In Barry Levinson's upcoming gangster film, De Niro takes on a dual role, portraying mafia bosses Vito Genovese and Frank Costello. Joining him on the US premiere were two furry cast members that stole the show - De Niro's adorable pups.
Decked out in a black suit and orange-tinted sunglasses, the 81-year-old star strutted down the red carpet with the pooches, who were held by his partner, Tiffany Chen. Chen, resplendent in a black velvet suit, cradled the pups, who will make their on-screen debut in "The Alto Knights," and laughed in pure delight as photographers snapped away.
A Tail-Wagging Tale of Casting
The idea of incorporating De Niro's dogs into "The Alto Knights" originated from a simple suggestion made by Chen. In a chat with the BBC's "The One Show," De Niro revealed that his girlfriend, an enthusiastic dog lover, proposed the idea after noticing a character in the script who was a dog owner[3].
The dogs were ultimately cast following an audition with director Barry Levinson, who found them to be a perfect fit for the film. Braving the cold, the production created a mafia-style look for the canine co-stars by dressing them in mink coats and hats to ensure their warmth and style[4].
"The Alto Knights": A Century-Spanning Conflict
Set against the backdrop of the 1950s, "The Alto Knights" tells the tale of a bloody power struggle between two historical mafia bosses that ultimately decides the control of New York. The star-studded cast includes Debra Messing, formerly of "Will & Grace," and Cosmo Jarvis from "Shōgun."
Previously in development since the 1970s, this gripping story has undergone a long journey to grace the screens, and with De Niro's dogs rounding out the ensemble, it's sure to be a nail-biting adventure. Stay tuned for the German release and prepare for a wild ride through the world of organized crime and canine companionship.
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- At the film premiere of "The Alto Knights," Robert De Niro's adorable dogs, dressed in mink coats and hats, stole the show.
- In Barry Levinson's film, Robert De Niro takes on the roles of Vito Genovese and Frank Costello, members of the Mafia.
- During the discussions for the film "The Alto Knights," Tiffany Chen, Robert De Niro's partner, suggested incorporating the actor's dogs into the project, and they were ultimately cast after an audition with director Barry Levinson.
