Bootleggers
This is the second silent (save for a song) slapstick comedy short about adventures of Worldly, Coward, and Fool. In a small hunting lodge three friends are making illegal moonshine. Bottled "product" fills shelves quickly. Life is good. But their dog Barbos doesn't understand that bringing a moonshine condenser coil to a police station is a bad idea...
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Plot Summary
A struggling businessman, facing financial ruin, turns to illegal bootlegging in the Prohibition era. He becomes entangled with dangerous criminals and must navigate a treacherous world of crime and corruption. As his operation grows, so does the risk, forcing him to make difficult choices to protect himself and his family.
Critical Reception
Information on critical reception for 'Bootleggers' (1962) is scarce. It appears to be a lesser-known film that likely received moderate attention upon its release, with reviews focusing on its crime drama elements and performances within that genre.
What Reviewers Say
- The film captures the gritty atmosphere of the Prohibition era.
- Performances are adequate for the crime drama genre.
- Plot points, while dramatic, are somewhat predictable.
Google audience: Audience reviews and ratings for this film are not widely available.
Fun Fact
The film was produced during a period when crime dramas centered around Prohibition were a relatively popular subgenre in Hollywood.
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