Miller's Crossing
Miller's Crossing

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Miller's Crossing

1990
Movie
115 min
English

Set in 1929, a political boss and his advisor have a parting of the ways when they both fall for the same woman.

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IMDb7.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes93%
Metacritic83/100
Google Users89%
Director: Joel Coen, Ethan CoenGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller, Gangster

Plot Summary

In this stylish neo-noir set during Prohibition, rival Irish and Italian mobs vie for control of a city. Amidst the escalating violence, a conflicted consigliere named Tom Reagan finds himself caught between his loyalty to his boss and a dangerous entanglement with his boss's mistress. He must navigate a treacherous path of shifting alliances, double-crosses, and escalating bloodshed to survive the brutal gang war.

Critical Reception

Miller's Crossing was met with widespread critical acclaim, lauded for its intricate plot, sophisticated dialogue, and stunning visual style. Critics praised the Coen brothers' masterful direction and the strong performances from the ensemble cast, particularly Gabriel Byrne and John Turturro. It is considered one of their finest works and a landmark of the modern gangster film genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sharp, witty dialogue and intricate, Machiavellian plot.

  • Lauded for its atmospheric direction and stylish, neo-noir visual aesthetic.

  • Commended for its complex characters and exploration of loyalty and betrayal.

Google audience: Audiences frequently highlight the film's clever and memorable dialogue, its complex and engaging plot filled with twists, and the compelling performances of the cast. Many appreciate the authentic period detail and the dark, atmospheric tone.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Screenplay.

Fun Fact

The distinctive Y-shaped fedora worn by Gabriel Byrne's character, Tom Reagan, became an iconic piece of movie memorabilia and influenced fashion trends.

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CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

Gabriel Byrne is "Reagan", the enforcer for the pretty ruthless mob kingpin "Leo" (Albert Finney). He is caught in the middle of a battle between his boss and the man who would take his place "Caspar" (John Polito) over the antics of a rogu...

John Chard

John Chard

The answer my friend is a hat blowing in the wind. The Coen brothers craft a loving homage to gangster pictures of yore with splendid results. Essentially the plot has Gabriel Byrne as a good - bad guy caught between two rival gangster f...