Bugsy Malone
Director: Alan Parker
Actors: Jodie Foster, Scott Baio, Florence Garland
PlotSet during the Prohibition era, the story unfolds in a city teeming with mobsters vying for power. The narrative follows the charismatic and smooth-talking Bugsy, who finds himself tangled in the rivalries of the criminal underworld. As two gangs, led by the ruthless Fat Sam and the cunning Dandy Dan, vie for supremacy, Fat Sam is at a disadvantage due to Dandy Dan's acquisition of a new weapon—the splurge gun. This peculiar armament fires custard pies, and its introduction escalates the tension and danger between the gangs. Amidst this chaotic backdrop, Bugsy meets Blousey, an aspiring singer with dreams of making it big in Hollywood. Struck by her talent and charm, Bugsy seizes the opportunity to win her over while navigating the imminent gang war.
Bugsy becomes more deeply involved with Fat Sam’s crew as he tries to outmaneuver Dandy Dan. Meanwhile, nightclub singer Tallulah, who has history with Bugsy, complicates matters further. While Bugsy plots a course through this perilous world, he is torn between his feelings for Blousey and his entanglement with Tallulah. As alliances shift and tensions peak, Bugsy's knack for persuasion and quick thinking are put to the ultimate test. Against a backdrop of music and dance, the stakes rise as Bugsy chooses between loyalty and love, setting the stage for an explosive showdown driven by ambition and dreams.
Writers: Alan Parker
Release Date: 15 Sep 1976
Runtime: 93 min
Rating: G
Country: United Kingdom, United States
Language: English, Italian, French
Home Video Reviews
Bugsy Malone, a bold and original musical, gets a first-rate Blu-ray release with excellent HD transfer and engaging extras—highly recommended.
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