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The Cotton Club

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Synopsis

"The Cotton Club," directed by Francis Ford Coppola and featuring an ensemble cast including Diane Lane, Richard Gere, Gregory Hines, and Lonette McKee, is a visually stunning crime drama set against the backdrop of the legendary Cotton Club in 1930s Harlem. The film follows the intertwining lives of a young musician (Gere) caught up in the dangerous world of organized crime, a talented dancer (Hines) seeking fame and fortune, and a captivating singer (Lane) navigating the complexities of love and ambition. As tensions rise and rivalries escalate within the vibrant jazz scene, the characters must confront the harsh realities of a society divided by race, power, and betrayal. With its dazzling musical performances, lavish production design, and gripping narrative, "The Cotton Club" captures the energy and excitement of the Prohibition-era nightclub while delving into the darker underbelly of corruption and violence that lurks beneath its glamorous facade. As the characters strive to find their place in a world defined by prejudice and passion, their fates become entwined in a web of deceit and danger that threatens to unravel everything they hold dear. Pulsating with rhythm, romance, and intrigue, this classic film remains a timeless exploration of ambition, loyalty, and the high price of success in a society where the stakes are always high.

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Movie Details

Director
Diane Lane, Francis Ford Coppola, Gregory Hines, Lonette McKee, Richard Gere
Release Year
1984
Runtime
Runtime not available
Genre
Crime, Drama, Music
MPAA Rating
R

Ratings & Box Office

IMDb Rating (out of 10)
Not rated
Metascore (out of 100)
68.0
Box Office
Not available

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