UNITED STATES · 1991

Oscar

John Landis
redemption organized crime family honor career change deathbed promise
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Synopsis

Angelo "Snaps" Provolone made his dying father a promise on his deathbed: he would leave the world of crime and become an honest businessman. Despite having no experience in making money in a legal fashion, Snaps sets about to keep his promise.

Year1991
CountryUnited States
DirectorJohn Landis
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