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"Hoodlum" is a gripping crime drama directed by Bill Duke, starring an ensemble cast including Vanessa Williams, Tim Roth, Laurence Fishburne, and Andy Garcia. Set in 1930s Harlem, the film follows the rise of Ellsworth "Bumpy" Johnson (played by Laurence Fishburne), a notorious gangster who becomes a powerful figure in the criminal underworld. With the help of his loyal associates (played by Vanessa Williams and Andy Garcia), Bumpy navigates the dangerous landscape of organized crime, facing off against rival gangs and corrupt police forces. As tensions escalate and power struggles intensify, Bumpy finds himself entangled in a web of betrayal and violence that threatens to unravel everything he has worked so hard to build. Tim Roth delivers a chilling performance as Dutch Schultz, a ruthless mobster determined to take control of Harlem and eliminate anyone who stands in his way. Fueled by ambition and a thirst for power, the characters in "Hoodlum" must confront their own demons and make difficult choices as they fight for survival in a world where loyalty is a luxury and betrayal is always lurking around the corner. Released in 1997, this crime drama offers a compelling look at the dark side of ambition and the high stakes of power in a dangerous and unforgiving world.
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