It’s one of the most successful archetypes in Hollywood history: the gangster. With “Bullets Over Broadway” opening on The Great White Way in the coming weeks, and movies like “Rob the Mob” opening in theaters, it’s clear the mobsters and thugs are alive and well, on stage as well as screen. Playing the gun-toting tough guy is what propelled the careers of many great actors forward, and inspired many films. We put together a list of some of the best and most well-known gangster performances.
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Briana Rodriguez
Briana is the Editor-in-Chief at Backstage. She oversees editorial operations and covers all things film and television. She's interested in stories about the creative process as experienced by women, people of color, and other marginalized communities. You can find her on Twitter @brirodriguez and on Instagram @thebrianarodriguez
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