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After marauding and sinking another ship, a band of pirates capture a female passenger, then send her overboard as punishment for her defiance. She vows revenge, and fortunately is rescued by a small passing ship carrying only its captain, his first mate and a cat. They cross paths with the pirates, but both sides - after seeming to have victory within their grasp - meet a fate neither could have predicted. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2008.
In 1930s Los Angeles, a charismatic but ruthless mob boss, Eddie Cape, orchestrates a complex heist involving a valuable diamond necklace. He enlists the help of a down-on-his-luck boxer, Mickey, and a beautiful showgirl, Ruby, to pull off the job. However, betrayal and double-crosses threaten to unravel their plan at every turn.
The film received mixed reviews, with critics praising the stylish direction and strong performances, particularly from Kevin Spacey. However, many found the plot convoluted and predictable, with some deeming it an uninspired imitation of classic noir films.
Visually appealing with a strong central performance.
The plot struggles to maintain momentum and originality.
A stylish but ultimately unremarkable crime drama.
Google audience: Audience reviews were generally positive, with many appreciating the retro atmosphere and Spacey's commanding presence. Some viewers found the story to be a bit slow-paced and predictable, but most enjoyed the performances and overall aesthetic.
Kevin Spacey, who also directed the film, reportedly drew inspiration for his character's mannerisms from classic gangster film villains.
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I know, the animation isn’t really anything like “Captain Pugwash”, but that was all I could really compare this with to as it tells us a seafaring yarn with one obvious message. A woman is captured by pirates and promptly made to walk the ...