2 Mobsters Against Al Capone
2 Mobsters Against Al Capone

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2 Mobsters Against Al Capone

1966
Movie
97 min
Italian

For a misunderstanding Franco and Ciccio, two Sicilian immigrants of very limited intellectual faculties, are enrolled in the police force in New York.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Giorgio FerroniGenres: Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

In Prohibition-era Chicago, two aspiring mobsters, Rocky and Johnny, attempt to make a name for themselves in the criminal underworld. They find themselves caught in the violent crossfire of Al Capone's notorious gang, navigating treacherous alliances and betrayals. Their ambition leads them into a dangerous game of power, risking everything for a chance to rise above their station.

Critical Reception

This Italian crime drama, released in the mid-60s, received a moderate reception, often overshadowed by more prominent American gangster films of the era. While it attempted to capture the gritty atmosphere of Prohibition-era Chicago, its narrative and character development were sometimes seen as less compelling than its contemporaries. It remains a niche film appreciated by fans of Italian crime cinema.

What Reviewers Say

  • Competent but uninspired portrayal of mob life.

  • Features solid action sequences typical of Italian crime thrillers.

  • Lacks the depth and memorable characters of classic gangster films.

Google audience: Audience reception is largely unavailable for this film, with limited online data from Google users.

Fun Fact

Despite its American setting and subject matter, '2 Mobsters Against Al Capone' is an Italian production, a common practice for international films aiming for global distribution during that period.

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