Frank Nitti: The Enforcer
Every great man needs an enforcer
PG-13 1988 · 96 min · ★ 5.8 · Drama, Action, Crime
Al Capone may be the most famous Chicago mobster, but his successor, Frank "The Enforcer" Nitti (Anthony LaPaglia), was just as ruthless. This biopic goes to great lengths to accurately trace Nitti's rise to the top of the Windy City's underworld, amid corruption, betrayal and violence. The result is an engrossing glimpse into mob life in the early 20th century.
Directed by Michael Switzer · Written by Lee David Zlotoff
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Anthony LaPaglia Frank Nitti -
Vincent Guastaferro Al Capone -
Trini Alvarado Anna -
Michael Moriarty Hugh Kelly - M Michael Russo Paul Ricca
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Louis Guss -
Clayton Landey Ted Newberry -
Bruce Kirby Anton Cermack - R Renata Vanni
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Mike Starr Harry Lang -
Wayne Grace
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