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Johnny Apollo

1940·Movie
1h 34min·NR
65
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High energy, big heart, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense

  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline6
  • Fast Pace6

Heart

Moving and nostalgic

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos8
  • Nostalgia8
  • Family Dynamics8

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Dark Humor2
  • Situational Comedy0

World

Crime, history, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and dialogue

  • Direction8
  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8

Style

Standout cinematography and score

  • Cinematography8
  • Music Composition8
  • Editing7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Jolting, Dynamic DRAMA!

Wall Street broker Robert Cain, Sr., is jailed for embezzling. His college graduate son Bob then turns to crime to raise money for his father's release. As assistant to mobster Mickey Dwyer, then falls for Dwyer's girl Lucky. He winds up in the same prison as his father.
Classic Crime DramaFilm Noir ElementsFamily LoyaltyUnderworld IntrigueTragic RomanceMoral DescentSocial CommentaryGritty Period PieceFather-Son Dynamic

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Is Johnny Apollo worth watching?

65
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 6.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Johnny Apollo rated?

NRViolence

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is Johnny Apollo?

1 h 34 min

Johnny Apollo runs 1 h 34 min.

What language is Johnny Apollo in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.