The Copacabana - Goodfellas tracking shot

The Copacabana nightclub at 10 West 51st Street is the location of the famous long tracking shot in Goodfellas (1990), which follows Henry Hill from the street, through the kitchen, and into the club's main room. Director Martin Scorsese staged the sequence to showcase the nightclub's interior and create an immersive entry for the camera. The Copacabana has a long history as a Manhattan nightclub and has been featured in numerous films and television programs.