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1987 · 119 min · R

The Untouchables

Directed by Brian De Palma · Crime, History, Thriller

The Untouchables (1987) is a Crime film, directed by Brian De Palma set in Chicago during the 1930s. It runs 119 minutes and is rated R.

A organized crime, with a tense tone. Themes of power & corruption, revenge, and greed & ambition run throughout.

Composer
Ennio Morricone
Cinematography
Stephen H. Burum
Cast
Kevin CostnerSean ConneryRobert De NiroCharles Martin SmithAndy GarciaRichard BradfordJack KehoeBrad Sullivan

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