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Plot Summary
Oscar-honoree Edward G. Robinson ("Double Indemnity," "Soylent Green") introduced the world to a new kind of gangster in his powerful portrayal of Johnny Rico, a small-time hood who brutally shoots his way to the top of the underworld. Co-starring Douglas Fairbanks, Jr. ("Gunga Din"). This film was nominated for Best Adapted Screenplay, and the American Film Institute recently selected Little Caesar as one of the 50 Greatest Villains in film. "Little Caesar" was selected for preservation by the National Film Registry due to its cultural, historical and aesthetic significance.
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Rotten Tomatoes Movie Reviews
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90%- Reviews Counted: 20
- Fresh: 18
- Rotten: 2
- Average Rating: 7.5/10
Top Critics' Reviews
Fresh: No director could ask for more than Edward G. Robinson's contribution. Here, no matter what he has to say, he's entirely convincing.
Fresh: Edward G. Robinson in the performance of his career.
Fresh: Though it looks somewhat dated now, there's no denying the seminal importance of this classic adaptation of WR Burnett's novel.
Fresh: LeRoy's direction is terse, tough and tense, although some of the sound is crude by modern standards.
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Decent
Good but slow at parts
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- $17.99
- Genre: Drama
- Released: 1931
- © 1931 A Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. All Rights Reserved.