Watch the video above; De Niro goes off-script at the 1:18 mark.
I didnt know about it.
History isnt history anymore.
Truth is not truth.
Even facts are being replaced by alternative facts and driven by conspiracy theories and ugliness.
In Florida, young students are taught that slaves develop skills which can be applied for their personal benefit.
The entertainment industry isnt immune to this festering disease.
Lying has become just another tool in the charlatans arsenal.
But with all his lies, he cant hide his soul.
That full sentiment was: Filmmakers, on the other hand, at least aim for the truth.
We are telling stories about real people.
People we can relate to.
We have no other agenda than to engage, enlighten and entertain.
And through his films, Marty Scorsese has illuminated the lessons of history with fascinating and absorbing stories.
He treats his subjects with an honesty and respect, while he alway has a point of view.
Itpremiered at Cannes, Deadline review.
Leonardo DiCaprioandLily Gladstonealso star.
Most of the key cast were present last night with De Niro to accept the tribute.
Its an Apple film, distributed by Paramount.
De Niro, in his speech, seemed to blame Apple for the editing.
I dont feel like thanking them at all for what they did.
