Godfather of Harlem

Fuckin' guineas.

You guys been trying to kill me for three months.

He should die like a dog!

Fuck you. I'd rather have my dope.

I'm proposing a distribution network

that eliminates the Italians.

Together, we're 10Harlems.

Ellsworth Johnson is a lot more influential than I thought.

Don't move, motherfucker, or you're next.

Consider that a warning.

Capisce?

Maybe it's crazy that you and I thought

this thing between us would work out.

Morgenthau: We have a warrant out for your arrest.

Cuff him.

What is happening?

Call Duncan. Arrange bail.

You have much to lose.I don't snitch.

Bumpy Johnson is doing some very valuable work

for the federal government.

Where are the Freedom Riders?!

Reporter: The activists were found only after an informant

passed along a tip to Federal authorities.

She's already seeing the world for what it is.

Is it fair to let her live with a lie?

You think she wasn't traumatized enough?

Tell her you were a drug addict for 10 years.

Let's just hope she doesn't end up hating us both.

If your loyalty lies with Malcolm...

Oh, no, we're not here to sit in.

...you must leave this mosque at once.

We came to stand up.

I don't want to stay if you're not there.

I understand, but I'd like to have someone

be my eyes and ears.

This is for Teddy, you fucking asshole.

What the fuck did you do?!

Fucking shoot her!

No!

You can't say nothing to no one.

Secret to the day we die.

What are we talking about here?

We're talking about Benny! He's not in fuckin' Miami!

It's the pornography that got him killed.

That's Bonanno's territory.

Listen, you're gonna need to testify.

I already told you everything I know.

Don't you ever call me again.

Ladies and gentlemen, distinguished guests,

good evening.

It is great to see so many people here to honor

our good friend and neighbor, Ellsworth Raymond Johnson,

better known to his friends -- and enemies -- as "Bumpy."

When the Lennox Hill Society

wondered aloud who should receive

this Man of the Year Award,

the answer was unequivocal.

We have gathered here today

to bring a new member into this family.

A -- A new member, but it's more than that.

It's a -- a new beginning.

Hey.

Relax. Today's the day.

Alright? You look like you're gonna shit your pants.

Yeah. Fucking chills I get.

Alright.

Are you ready to take a blood oath and swear your loyalty?

Yes, I am.

Trigger finger.

This drop of blood, it symbolizes

your birth into our family.

And we are one until death.

Do you swear on your honor to be faithful to this family?

I do.

Burn my flesh like the image of this saint if I ever betray you.

As burns this saint, so burns my soul.

I swear to enter this family alive and exit it dead.

In accordance with the laws of the Lennox Hill Society,

I declare this court open for initiation.

Cometh thou hither of thine own free will

to be initiated into the secrets of this fraternity?

I do.

And are you willing to take upon yourself

the responsibilities, obligations, and trusts

of our order and be obedient to its laws and regulations?

I am.

It was a balmy, clear evening

when you started your journey across the Dead Sea.

All beasts that have traveled on this sea

have chosen which breed they desire whilst on this journey.

What breed of beast are you?

A wolfhound.

In order to gain entrance

to our sacred chamber, Bumpy Johnson,

will you get down on all fours and become the wolfhound?

You're fucking with me, right?

You're not serious.

Okay, we can skip that part.

You must never divulge the secrets of this Cosa Nostra.

You must never violate the wife

or the children of another member.

You must never become involved in narcotics.

I swear to disown my father and my mother,

my brothers, my sisters in the interests of this family.

I swear to you.

From this day forward,

you are now a member of the Genovese Family.

Alright. Alright.

Okay.

Your day, Ernie. Your day.

Since 1932, the Lennox Hill Society

has comprised men of influence and integrity.

Do you solemnly swear never to divulge any secret

or bring reproach upon the name and honor of the society?

I solemnly swear and affirm.

Brother Johnson...

I sincerely and fraternally welcome you to our society

and bestow upon you the honor of Man of the Year

for your good deeds to the community.

Thank you.

I'm honored.

Thank you for your generosity.

It is most appreciated.

Hope this buys me plenty of influence and integrity.

Archie: Bumpy, your membership in the Lennox Hill Society

offers us a unique opportunity.

I am pleased to introduce Brother Dayton,

president of the United Bank of Harlem;

and Brother Clinkscale,

New York's only Negro Superior Court judge.

Pleasure.

Nice.

Please, Brothers, have a seat.

I've had a look at your financials, Brother Johnson,

and it seems you're already quite sophisticated

in methods of turning --

let's call it "suspicious" income into clean money.

For years, I've done my placement

and layering through different shell companies in the Bahamas,

but, um, due to the political situation there,

and my recent business success,

I'm, uh, seeking more local avenues.

Which is why I joined the society.

And of course, the wonderful social and intellectual

gatherings that the society promotes.

Yeah, yeah. Of course.

Does this have anything to do with Robert Morgenthau?

You're sharp, Judge.

As I'm sure you're aware,

Morgenthau is investigating the Five Families.

And you as well.

Well, not my group.

As a result, I'm going to have to have to raise