Actor Annabella Sciorra will star in the upcoming crime drama Fresh Kills.

Written and directed by Jennifer Esposit, the film is set in the world of organised crime and is inspired by the writer-director's upbringing in New York City's Staten Island.

The film centres on the loyal women behind the mob men who loomed over New York City in the late 20th century.

Sciorra will play a widow named Christine in the film. Esposito will also star in the film as Christine's protective older sister Francine Larusso.

Fresh Kills is produced by Esposito, Alexis Varouxakis and Christine Crokos. Jason Weinberg will serve as executive producer