The ancient traditions of Roman “tribute tax“ and the loyalties of the Italian Mafia, are destroyed by the American brand of La Cosa Nostra. Backstabbing and betrayal of the boss of bosses, Paul Castellano (Brilliantly portrayed by Joseph Leone) completely destroys organized crime. Old fashioned American competition for power and money drive Mr. Gottii's crew in the well-publicized story that heralded the end of an era in front of Sparks Steakhouse. Shakespeare's account of Julius Cesar proves that history repeats itself.