The Yards

Set against the gritty backdrop of New York City's subway rail yards in Queens, this movie tells the story of Leo Handler as he re-enters society after serving time in prison. Upon his release, he discovers that his aunt has married into the corrupt world of contractors responsible for repairing and rebuilding the city's subway cars - a lucrative business ripe with graft and corruption. As Leo navigates this new reality, he becomes entangled in the power struggle between his uncle, Frank Olchin, and a minority-owned firm competing for valuable contracts. The film delves into themes of family loyalty, personal redemption, and the complex web of deceit woven within the shadows of the city's underground transportation system.