DiscoverCRWN Cinema Podcast#121 - "Scarface" - What Makes This THE Most Iconic Gangster Movie of All Time
#121 - "Scarface" - What Makes This THE Most Iconic Gangster Movie of All Time

#121 - "Scarface" - What Makes This THE Most Iconic Gangster Movie of All Time

Update: 2025-09-08
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In this episode, we break down SCARFACE, Brian De Palma’s legendary gangster film starring Al Pacino as Tony Montana. We talk about what makes this movie one of the most iconic crime epics ever made — from the themes of greed and power, to the brutal violence, and the way it shaped pop culture. We analyze Tony Montana’s rise and fall, discuss the incredible performances, and dive into why this film still resonates with audiences decades later. 

 

Chapters:

00:00 Behind the scenes stories

5:14 The masculine urge to become Tony Montana

15:21 The softer side of Tony Montana

19:20 Manny's death & his crush on his sister

28:46 Oliver Stone living the life of Tony Montana

33:57 The fall of the gangster

41:03 Was Omar an actual snitch?

44:19 Pacino's acting method, and cuss word count

49:21 Why it's impossible not to like this movie

54:25 Our official rating & final thoughts

1:01:23 Cue the music

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#121 - "Scarface" - What Makes This THE Most Iconic Gangster Movie of All Time

#121 - "Scarface" - What Makes This THE Most Iconic Gangster Movie of All Time

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