The Palermo Connection movie poster

The Palermo Connection

February 2, 1990 1h 40m 6.2/10 (26 votes)

Originally released in 1990. The Palermo Connection is a thriller film. directed by Francesco Rosi.

Starring Jim Belushi, Mimi Rogers, and Joss Ackland

Synopsis

Carmine Bonavia wins election as the mayor of New York on a promise to legalize drugs. After the election, he marries Carrie and goes to his ancestral home of Sicily for their honeymoon. In his hotel, he meets Il Principe, a Sicilian prince who has spent years confined to the hotel because he crossed the Mafia. Amid the beauties of Sicily Carmine discovers that men of power will stop at nothing to prevent the legalization of drugs, which threatens their business.

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 2, 1990 35 years ago
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Runtime 1h 40m 100 minutes total
User Rating 6.2/10 Good (26 votes)
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Language Italian Original language
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Country France + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
IT

Production Companies

  • Reteitalia
  • Silvio Berlusconi Communications
  • Cecchi Gori Group Tiger Cinematografica
  • Gaumont
  • Penta Film

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Palermo Connection about?

Carmine Bonavia wins election as the mayor of New York on a promise to legalize drugs. After the election, he marries Carrie and goes to his ancestral home of Sicily for their honeymoon. In his hot...

Who directed The Palermo Connection?

The Palermo Connection was directed by Francesco Rosi.

How long is The Palermo Connection?

The Palermo Connection has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).

When was The Palermo Connection released?

The Palermo Connection was released on February 2, 1990 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Palermo Connection?

The main cast of The Palermo Connection includes Jim Belushi, Mimi Rogers, Joss Ackland, Philippe Noiret, Vittorio Gassman.