Acclaimed writer John Milius' (Apocalypse Now), directorial debut, Dillinger is a Golden Globe nominated gangster biopic, with an intense starring performance from Warren Oates (The Wild Bunch). Violent, thought-provoking, entertaining. "The film that John Milius was born to make" - Roger Ebert.
Synopsis:
"Dillinger" is a thrilling biographical crime drama that chronicles the notorious career of John Dillinger, one of America's most infamous bank robbers during the Great Depression. The film follows Dillinger as he rises from a petty criminal to a charismatic outlaw, leading a gang of hardened criminals in a series of daring bank heists across the Midwest. Evading law enforcement at every turn, Dillinger becomes a folk hero to the public and a thorn in the side of FBI agent Melvin Purvis, who is determined to bring him to justice. As the stakes escalate and the chase intensifies, Dillinger's criminal exploits captivate the nation while his daring escapes and romantic escapades add layers of intrigue to his legend. "Dillinger" is a gripping portrayal of a charismatic anti-hero whose audacious crimes and complex persona leave an indelible mark on American history.
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Director: John Milius
Writer: John Milius
