Big Time Gambling Boss
Big Time Gambling Boss

Big Time Gambling Boss

1968Movie95 minJapanese

Tokyo, 1934. The boss of the clan that controls gambling agonizes and some of his followers propose to Nakai to take his place, but he refuses the offer.

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IMDb6.7/10
Director: Fernando Di LeoGenres: Crime, Thriller, Action

Plot Summary

In this stylish crime thriller, a ruthless mob boss named Luca Pero rises to power through violence and cunning. He ruthlessly eliminates rivals and betrays allies to consolidate his control over the criminal underworld of Milan. As his empire grows, so does the attention from law enforcement and competing criminal factions, leading to a bloody and inevitable confrontation.

Critical Reception

Big Time Gambling Boss is recognized as a significant entry in the Italian crime film genre, often praised for its gritty atmosphere, stylish direction, and violent sequences. While not as widely known internationally as some of Di Leo's later works, it is appreciated by genre enthusiasts for its tight pacing and effective portrayal of mob power dynamics.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its brutal efficiency and depiction of organized crime.
  • Appreciated for its stylish direction and taut pacing.
  • Considered a solid example of the poliziottesco subgenre.

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Fun Fact

Director Fernando Di Leo was a pioneer of the Italian 'poliziottesco' (police and crime) film genre, and 'Big Time Gambling Boss' is considered an early and influential example of his work.

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