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Cleaver is a metafictional film featured within the HBO series The Sopranos, primarily focusing on the character Christopher Moltisanti's involvement in its creation. The film, originally titled Pork Store Killer, is a mafia-slasher narrative that intertwines elements of Christopher's life as a member of the Soprano crime family. The screenplay, written by J. T. Dolan based on a story by Moltisanti, portrays a young assassin named Michael who seeks revenge after being betrayed by his associates.
The film's plot includes themes of betrayal and resurrection, as Michael is killed and later reassembled, possibly through supernatural means. The production of Cleaver is discussed extensively throughout multiple seasons of The Sopranos, with character interactions and personal experiences influencing its storyline. The film features actors such as Jonathan LaPaglia and Daniel Baldwin, and its development is marked by the complex relationship between Moltisanti and Dolan, which is further complicated by their shared struggles with addiction.
Why Watch
- •See Jonathan LaPaglia as Michael 'the Cleaver'.
- •Find out how Cleaver reflects Christopher Moltisanti's life.
- •Meet the cast including Daniel Baldwin as Sally Boy.
Did You Know
•Cleaver was originally titled Pork Store Killer.
•The film's screenplay was written by J. T. Dolan in collaboration with Christopher Moltisanti.
•Jonathan LaPaglia stars as Michael 'the Cleaver' in the film.
•Moltisanti and Dolan met in rehab while recovering from heroin addiction.
Perfect For
Mafia film enthusiastsFans of The SopranosHorror movie lovers