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An ambitious and nearly insane violent gangster climbs the ladder of success in the mob, but his weaknesses prove to be his downfall.
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Cast & Crew
Top Billed Cast
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Tony Camonte -
Cesca Camonte -
Poppy -
Johnny Lovo -
Police Inspector Guarino -
Guino Rinaldo -
Angelo -
Tom Gaffney -
Mr. Garston - Publisher -
Managing Editor -
Tony's Mother -
Detective Chief
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Directors:
Howard Hawks , Richard Rosson (co-director)Writers:
Armitage Trail (based on the novel by), Ben Hecht (screen story), Seton I. Miller (continuity), John Lee Mahin (continuity), W.R. Burnett (continuity), Seton I. Miller (dialogue), John Lee Mahin (dialogue), W.R. Burnett (dialogue)All Cast & Crew
Awards
2 wins.Reviews & Commentary
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Did You Know?
Trivia
At one point, a list of prior offenses is read, including possession/use of brass knuckles and "saps". Saps, or sap gloves, are gloves with lead or steel granules sewn into the knuckles and backs of the hands.
Quotes
Title Card:
This picture is an indictment of gang rule in America and of the callous indifference of the government to this constantly increasing menace to our safety and our liberty. Every incident in this picture is the reproduction of an actual occurrence, ...
Goofs
When the Northside guys throw a body out of the car, it lands face down, but when Tony and the others look at the body, it is face up.
Crazy Credits
"This picture is an indictment of gang rule in America and of the callous indifference of the government to this constantly increasing menace to our safety and our liberty. Every incident in this picture is the reproduction of an actual occurence, and the purpose of this picture is to demand of the government: "What are you going to do about it?". The government is your government. What are YOU going to do about it?
Alternate Versions
Due to censorship requirements in several states, a second ending was shot after the film was finished, in which Camonte doesn't try an escape, but is sentenced to death and finally executed on the gallows. This alternate ending was shown only during the original 1932 theatrical run in certain states. All prints, home video, and television versions in current circulation use director Howard Hawks' ending, in which Camonte tries to escape and is shot down. The DVD includes the alternate ending as a bonus feature.
Soundtracks
St. Louis Blues
(1914)
Written by W.C. Handy
Played by Gus Arnheim and His Orchestra for dancing
Storyline
Plot Summary
Synopsis (WARNING: Spoilers)
Genres
Action | Crime | Drama | Film-Noir | ThrillerDetails
Release Date:
9 April 1932Language
English
Country of Origin
USAFilming Locations
Metropolitan Studios - 1040 N. Las Palmas Avenue, Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA
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