Monument Ave. (film)

Monument Ave. (also known as Noose) is a 1998 American crime drama film directed by Ted Demme and starring Denis Leary, Famke Janssen, Martin Sheen, and Lenny Clarke. The film is set in Charlestown, Massachusetts, and centers around Bobby O'Grady (Leary), a low-level Irish-American gangster grappling with his conscience and the escalating violence around him.

The plot revolves around Bobby's involvement in petty crime and his gradual realization that his friends are becoming increasingly dangerous and involved in more serious offenses. He is torn between loyalty to his friends and his desire to escape the life of crime. The film explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, morality, and the cycle of violence in a tight-knit community.

The film received mixed reviews upon its release, with some critics praising Leary's performance and the authentic portrayal of Charlestown, while others criticized the film for its predictable plot and reliance on genre conventions. It has since garnered a cult following, particularly among fans of Boston-based crime dramas.