Skip to main content
Documentary backdrop image for The Basement (2009)
85 minPG-13documentary
2.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Synopsis

At age 8, Darrell overheard the details of his grandfather's murder, which shattered his close-knit family by the time he turned 18.

Deep Dive

Why Watch

  • Meet Darrell, who faced family trauma at a young age.
  • See the impact of gang violence on a family.
  • Find out how silence can destroy relationships.

Did You Know

  • Darrell was 8 years old when he overheard his grandfather's murder.
  • James Fusaro's murder was associated with gangland signs.
  • By the time Darrell turned 18, his family was no longer close-knit.

Perfect For

Mafia historyFamily dynamicsTrue crime stories
Read full Deep Dive →
Frequently Asked Questions

What event did Darrell overhear at the age of 8?

Darrell overheard the details of his grandfather's murder.

What was the name of Darrell's grandfather?

Darrell's grandfather was named James Fusaro.

How did the murder of James Fusaro affect his family?

The murder led to humiliation, shame, and fear, which ultimately destroyed the Fusaro family.

Comments

What are people saying?

Play More Like This

Explore The Basement

Related Films

Is this your film?

If you made this film or hold the rights to it, we'd like to talk. We can license it and pay you a share of what it earns.