Carlito’s Way: Rise to Power

In the gritty world of Spanish Harlem in the 1970s, Carlito Brigante, played by Jay Hernandez, navigates the treacherous underbelly of New York's criminal underworld. As he rises through the ranks with the help of his loyal friends portrayed by Mario Van Peebles and Luis Guzmán, Carlito finds himself entwined in a cycle of ambition and vengeance that threatens to consume him.Carlito soon realizes that to maintain his position atop this dangerous realm, he must rely on the unwavering loyalty of those close to him and adhere to the time-honored rules of the street. With his fate hanging in the balance, the film explores themes of power, betrayal, and the price one pays for ambition against a backdrop of the raw energy and intense atmosphere that defined this era.Featuring strong performances from an ensemble cast led by Hernandez, Van Peebles, Guzmán, and Sean Combs, this gripping tale delves deep into the life of a gangster legend who must confront the harsh realities of his chosen path and decide if the ultimate power is worth the cost.