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Bugsy (1991)

Bugsy (1991)
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Bugsy is a character study of mobster Benjamin "Bugsy" Siegel wrapped up in a gangster movie. Siegel (Warren Beatty in a flashy performance) arrives in California in the Forties, assigned to oversee the L.A. rackets. He is quickly seduced by both the glamour of Hollywood and actress Virginia Hill (Annette Bening), whom he romances despite being unable to leave his wife and children. Siegel soon has a vision to transform a barren stretch of Nevada desert into an oasis of gambling and entertainment -- the seeds from which Las Vegas was sown. Funded by his gangster bosses, including Meyer Lansky (Ben Kingsley), the flamboyant Siegel sees his budget soar past its original $6 million, a problem compounded by the fact that Virginia has embezzled $2 million of it. In trouble with his superiors, Siegel flies back to L.A. to face the music, telling Virginia to keep the money. He would not live to see his dream of Las Vegas come true. The film is fast-paced and well-directed by Barry Levinson, with an intelligent script by James Toback and excellent support from Kingsley and Harvey Keitel as gangster Mickey Cohen. ~ Don Kaye, Rovi

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Starring:
Warren Beatty, Annette Bening, (more)
Director(s):
Barry Levinson
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
Format(s):
DVD
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Synopsis of Bugsy

Bugsy is a character study of mobster Benjamin "Bugsy" Siegel wrapped up in a gangster movie. Siegel (Warren Beatty in a flashy performance) arrives in California in the Forties, assigned to oversee the L.A. rackets. He is quickly seduced by both the glamour of Hollywood and actress Virginia Hill (Annette Bening), whom he romances despite being unable to leave his wife and children. Siegel soon has a vision to transform a barren stretch of Nevada desert into an oasis of gambling and entertainment -- the seeds from which Las Vegas was sown. Funded by his gangster bosses, including Meyer Lansky (Ben Kingsley), the flamboyant Siegel sees his budget soar past its original $6 million, a problem compounded by the fact that Virginia has embezzled $2 million of it. In trouble with his superiors, Siegel flies back to L.A. to face the music, telling Virginia to keep the money. He would not live to see his dream of Las Vegas come true. The film is fast-paced and well-directed by Barry Levinson, with an intelligent script by James Toback and excellent support from Kingsley and Harvey Keitel as gangster Mickey Cohen. ~ Don Kaye, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
149 mins

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Director(s):
Barry Levinson
Writer(s):
James Toback
Producer(s):
Mark Johnson, Warren Beatty, Barry Levinson
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R(Strong Sexual Content, Profanity, Not For Children, Adult Situations, Nudity, Violence)
Bugsy Awards:
  • 1991 - American Society of Cinematographers - Best Cinematography
  • 1991 - Golden Globe - Best Picture - Drama
  • 1991 - Hollywood Foreign Press Association - Best Picture - Drama
  • 1990 - Los Angeles Film Critics Association - Best Director
  • 1990 - Los Angeles Film Critics Association - Best Screenplay
  • 1990 - Los Angeles Film Critics Association - Best Picture
  • 1991 - National Board of Review - Best Actor
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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    Megan E.

    Beatty and Bening both deliver fabulous performances in this film. The historical context is accurate, and the supporting performances are also well done. The film has shades of a gangster movie but really focuses on Siegel the man and his love affair with Hill. Definitely worth watching!

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    Desiree M.

    I absolutely loved this movie!!! Only Warren Beatty can take a man as bad a Ben Siegel and make you feel sympathetic towards him. Almost in the same way he did in Bonnie and Clyde. The whole cast is just amazing. Definitely an exciting and interesting film. Makes you want to experiences the 40s. Simply the best.

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    Warren A.

    I just don't see what all of the hoopla is all about!

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