Composer:
Adolph TandlerCast:
Paul Muni, Ann Dvorak, Karen Morley, Osgood Perkins, C. Henry Gordon, George Raft, Vince Barnett, Boris Karloff, Purnell Pratt, Tully Marshall, Howard Hawks (more)VOD (1)
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One of the most influential movies of all time, the original Scarface is an exciting story of organized crime's brutal control over Chicago during the Prohibition era. Academy Award winner Paul Muni gives an electrifying performance as Tony Camonte, an ambitious criminal with a ruthless drive to be the city's top crime boss. Produced by the legendary Howard Hughes and directed by Howard Hawks, this compelling tale of ambition, betrayal and revenge is a groundbreaking masterpiece that influenced all gangster films to follow. (Universal Pictures UK)
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The movie contains absolutely great shootouts but overall, the shots that make the film stand out are mainly from a craftsmanship point of view. The main hero is just as demonic and stubborn as Al Pacino's. Yes, this is truly the inspiration for the legendary De Palma film, and it must be said that thanks to the jazz era, it has its own charm, its own urgency. The contrast between the shooting and the beautiful life in the clubs works, just like the scarred face in contrast to the beautiful woman. By the way, it's quite pleasant to see Boris Karloff in his normal form, which is, after all, also easily memorable.
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