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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

The world of this film

Setting

Where
Chicago
Setting
Urban
When
1930s

Premise & themes

Premise
Organized Crime
Themes
Power & CorruptionRevengeGreed & Ambition
Tone
Tense

Shape

Protagonist
EnsembleSolo Lead
Pacing
Propulsive
Dialogue
Balanced
Based on
Inspired By Real Events

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