Known to be based on real-life criminal Al Capone, this is probably one of the best gangster films out there. It has the typical story of a young, ambitious hoodlum who quickly works his way up the ranks of his mob organization to, of course, end up being the head. He is so powerful that he doesn't even have to worry about rival gangs trying to snuff him out. But Crime Never Pays and it is the law that is hot on his trail.
What makes this film so exceptional is the cast lead by Paul Muni as Tony. Excellent performances are also given by George Raft as Tony's second in command, Boris Karloff as the rival gang leader, beautiful Ann Dvorak as his sister and Karen Morley as Tony's quirky girlfriend.
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