Summary
- Al Pacino will star in Captivated, his next gangster movie showcasing his talent playing mob bosses.
- Pacino's iconic career as a gangster includes roles in The Godfather, The Irishman, and Scarface.
- In his latest role, Pacino portrays a mob boss facing a moral dilemma in the real-world 1973 kidnapping of John Paul Getty III.
Al Pacino signed on to star in Captivated, a tense thriller that will serve as Pacino's next gangster movie. Pacino has made his name in Hollywood as an actor who excels when playing mob bosses and gangsters, having starred in The Godfather, The Irishman, and Scarface. Pacino was just 31 years old in The Godfather, and he has made his career in similar roles ever since. He has been honored with numerous awards, including an Academy Award, Primetime Emmy Awards, Golden Globe Awards, and numerous others.
According to a report by Deadline, Pacino's next major project will bring him back to the world of mob bosses and gangsters. He agreed to play Saro Mammoliti, a real-world boss who kidnapped the grandson of an extremely rich man. Unfortunately for Saro, he falls in love with the boy's mother and is forced to reconsider his decisions. The events chronicle the real-world 1973 kidnapping of John Paul Getty III.
Al Pacino Is Perfect For Captivated
Pacino's Long History As An Actor Makes Him Perfect For The Role
Pacino is well-known for his portrayal of mobsters and criminals. The Godfather is often regarded as Al Pacino's best movie series, and he portrayed the ruthless and cunning Michael Corleone. He also starred in countless other gangster movies, including The Devil's Advocate, Scarface, Heat, and 2019's The Irishman, for which he was nominated for the Best Supporting Actor award at the Academy Awards. While he does not always play a gangster, as he occasionally plays investigators, he generally thrives in those roles.
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Captivated will not be Pacino's only movie inspired by real-world events. The story will follow Saro Mammoliti's work as the leader of the 'Ndrangheta, and Pacino has experience playing similar biographical roles. Scarface's Tony Montana was inspired by a real person even if the narrative of the movie did not fully depict real-world events. He was based on Al Capone, the notorious Prohibition boss. Pacino will simply need to translate Saro Mammoliti to the screen, just as he did Al Capone.
Pacino's experience makes him the perfect fit for Captivated, especially considering the actor's acclaim. He has won numerous awards and has easily become a household name. Any mobster movie can benefit from Pacino's involvement, given just how prominent he has become within the genre. The success of The Irishman proved that he is still capable of supporting gangster movies, and the 84-year-old actor is ready to return for another thrilling role.
Source: Deadline