Al Capone: Icon
Originally released in 2014. Al Capone: Icon is a documentary/crime film. directed by John Binder. At just 55 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Al Capone - The quintessential self-made American man, ruthless killer, or both? To this day we are fascinated with this celebrity gangster. Americans love a bad boy; a tragic anti-hero. Al Capone is one of the originals, one of the most notorious bootleggers and gangsters of the twentieth century, believed to have personally murdered dozens of people and ordered the killing of hundreds of others. But that’s only one side of this complicated man. He was also a hugely popular public figure, dynamic and charismatic; he opened one of the nation's first soup kitchens, and was a devoted patron and guardian of jazz, giving African American musicians opportunities that they would otherwise never have had. So what made him a crime boss instead of a powerful politician?
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 22, 2014
11 years ago
Runtime
0h 55m
55 minutes total
User Rating
7.1/10
Great (4 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Outpost Entertainment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Al Capone: Icon about?
Al Capone - The quintessential self-made American man, ruthless killer, or both? To this day we are fascinated with this celebrity gangster. Americans love a bad boy; a tragic anti-hero. Al Capone ...
Who directed Al Capone: Icon?
Al Capone: Icon was directed by John Binder.
How long is Al Capone: Icon?
Al Capone: Icon has a runtime of 0 hours and 55 minutes (55 minutes total).
When was Al Capone: Icon released?
Al Capone: Icon was released on July 22, 2014 in theaters.