Crazy Joe (1974)

Name: Crazy Joe
Genre: Crime, Drama
Released: 1974
Duration: 102 min
Rating: 6.3
Cast: Peter Boyle, Paula Prentiss, Fred Williamson, Rip Torn, Charles Cioffi

1h 42m Italy, United States of America

Crime Drama

Plot

"Crazy Joe" chronicles the tumultuous life of Mafia mobster Joey Gallo, whose audacious personality and violent pursuits capture the essence of 1970s organized crime. Following his ascent in New York's underworld, Gallo's ambitions lead him to challenge established power dynamics, ultimately igniting fierce rivalries. As his notoriety grows, so does the threat to his life, setting the stage for a dramatic and inevitable downfall. This gripping narrative highlights Gallo's complex character, portraying the dangerous allure of criminal fame and its dire repercussions.

Cast

Peter Boyle Paula Prentiss Fred Williamson Rip Torn Charles Cioffi Luther Adler Carmine Caridi Henry Winkler Sam Coppola Franco Lantieri Louis Guss Fausto Tozzi Guido Leontini Mario Erpichini Michael V. Gazzo