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1997★ 6.0/ 10 IMDb

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"Hoodlum" is a gripping crime drama set in the vibrant and tumultuous landscape of Harlem during the 1930s. The story revolves around Ellsworth "Bumpy" Johnson, a charismatic and street-smart African American who rises through the ranks of the criminal underworld. Bumpy returns to Harlem after serving time in prison and finds the neighborhood under the control of the Italian mafia led by Dutch Schultz. Determined to reclaim his territory and protect his community, Bumpy allies himself with Stephanie St. Clair, a fiercely independent and strategic woman running her own numbers racket. With the help of a loyal and resourceful crew, including his right-hand man, Illinois Gordon, and a young upstart named "Crazy" Joe, Bumpy challenges Dutch Schultz's dominance. The conflict between the African American and Italian criminal factions escalates, leading to a violent and tension-filled struggle for control of Harlem's lucrative illegal enterprises. Amidst the chaos and power struggles, "Hoodlum" delves into themes of loyalty, honor, and the fight for empowerment in a racially divided society. Bumpy's complex character navigates the blurred lines between morality and survival as he grapples with his own ambitions while striving to protect his community from the oppressive forces of organized crime and corruption. The film showcases the richness of Harlem's culture and the resilience of its people, emphasizing the importance of unity and self-determination in the face of adversity. "Hoodlum" captivates audiences with its intense action sequences, nuanced characters, and a compelling narrative that sheds light on a significant chapter in American history.

Director
Bill Duke
Top billing cast
Tim Roth as Dutch Schultz Queen Latifah as Sulie Vanessa Williams as Francine Hughes Andy Garcia as Lucky Luciano

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Ten years after portraying Bub Hewlett, Clarence Williams III took on the role of Ellsworth "Bumpy" Johnson in the early scenes of American Gangster (2007). While characters like Bumpy Johnson, Dutch Schultz, Lucky Luciano, and Stephanie St. Clair were real, the movie is a fictionalized account, with many characters like Francine Hughes, Captain Foley, and Calvin being entirely fictional. Dutch Schultz humorously references Dale Carnegie's popular self-help book, "How to Win Friends and Influence People," published in 1936, reflecting the social discussions of the film's time period. Lucky Luciano's distinctive right eye close-up in the film mirrors historical photos, reflecting a real-life knife injury during a 1929 abduction that affected his eye muscles. Andy Garcia wore Lucky Luciano's actual pinkie ring for a scene, a gift from a real-life friend of Luciano's, visible when he hands bribe money to Thomas Dewey. Laurence Fishburne played "Bumpy" Johnson twice; the first time was in The Cotton Club (1984) with a smaller role as "Bumpy Rhodes." The movie, set in New York, was filmed in Chicago due to the latter's preservation of 1930s-style buildings reminiscent of Harlem. The film's portrayal of Tom Dewey as corrupt was criticized; however, the real Dewey was known for his honesty, even coming close to winning the U.S. presidency in 1948. David Darlow, who portrayed Johnny, Lucky Luciano's accountant, previously played Lucky Luciano in Attack on New York (1993). In an anachronistic detail, Lucky Luciano is shown with his dog Bambi in the 1934-1935 period, though he acquired the dog in 1946 and named it after the 1942 movie Bambi.

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