Scarface (1932) movie poster

Scarface (1932)

"The rise and fall of a power hungry mobster."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 66%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 94% (RT: 98%, MC: 90) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Runtime
1h 33m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.4/10 (676 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
98%
Metacritic
90
Cast
Paul Muni as Antonio 'Tony' Camonte
Ann Dvorak as Francesca 'Cesca' Camonte
Karen Morley as Poppy
Osgood Perkins as John 'Johnny' Lovo
C. Henry Gordon as Insp. Ben Guarino
George Raft as Guino Rinaldo
Vince Barnett as Angelo
Boris Karloff as Gaffney
It's divisive. Only 66% of audiences liked it based on 676 votes. Critics rated it higher at 94%, but audiences were less impressed.
Overview
In 1920s Chicago, Italian immigrant and notorious thug, Antonio 'Tony' Camonte, aka Scarface, shoots his way to the top of the mobs while trying to protect his sister from the criminal life. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The initial cut of Scarface was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated crime films of 1932 among dedicated fans.
Audience Consensus

Scarface is a 1932 crime, action, drama film directed by Howard Hawks. In 1920s Chicago, Italian immigrant and notorious thug, Antonio 'Tony' Camonte, aka Scarface, shoots his way to the top of the mobs while trying to protect his sister from the criminal life. The film has been rated by 676 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a crime film, Scarface delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Scarface (1932) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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