Atlantic City (1980)

Synopsis of Atlantic City

Burt Lancaster stars as Lou, an aging mob flunkey, barely making a living in Atlantic City. Susan Sarandon plays Sally, a casino croupier whose husband Dave (Robert Joy) steals a large supply of drugs from the mob. When he is killed, the narcotics pass to the unwilling Sally. Lou, in the midst of longtime affair with middle-aged gangster's widow Grace (Kate Reid), falls for the much younger Sally, becoming her savior by killing the mob thugs sent to shut her up. The killings serve a therapeutic value for Lou, proving that he hasn't lost his old panache. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:

103 mins

Director(s):

Louis Malle

Writer(s):

John Guare

Producer(s):

Gabriel Boustiani, John Kemeny, Denis Heroux

Theatrical MPAA Rating:

R(Drug Content, Profanity, Mild Violence, Not For Children, Adult Situations, Brief Nudity, Sexual Situations, Substance Abuse)

Categories:

Romance

• 1981 - British Academy of Film and Television Arts - Best Actor
• 1981 - British Academy of Film and Television Arts - Best Director
• 1981 - Genie Awards - Best Actress - Foreign
• 1981 - Genie Awards - Best Supporting Actress
• 1981 - Genie Awards - Best Art Direction
• 1981 - Los Angeles Film Critics Association - Best Picture
• 1981 - Los Angeles Film Critics Association - Best Screenplay
• 1981 - Los Angeles Film Critics Association - New Generation Award
• 1981 - Los Angeles Film Critics Association - Best Actor
• 1981 - National Society of Film Critics - Best Picture
• 1981 - New York Film Critics Circle - Best Actor
• 1981 - New York Film Critics Circle - Best Screenplay
• 1980 - Venice International Film Festival - Golden Lion

Warning:  This product is intended for mature audiences only. It may contain violence, sexual content, drug abuse and/or strong language. You must be 17 or older to purchase it. By ordering this item you are certifying that you are at least 17 years of age.

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