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The World Is Yours: The Story of Scarface
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The behind-the-scenes story of the iconic film Scarface, featuring new interviews with the cast and crew. An unflinching confrontation of humanity's dark side, Brian De Palma's crime drama film Scarface gave rise to a cultural revolution upon its release in 1983. Its impact was unprecedented, making globe-spanning waves as a defining portrait of the gritty Miami street life. From Al Pacino's masterful characterization of Tony Montana to the iconic "Say hello to my little friend," Scarface maintains its reputation as an unwavering game changer in cult classic cinema. With brand-new interviews and untold stories of the film's production, longtime film critic Glenn Kenny takes us on an unparalleled journey through the making of American depictions of crime. The World Is Yours highlights the influential characters and themes within Scarface, reflecting on how its storied legacy played such a major role in American culture.
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"Kenny's book comes off as authoritative, the final word on the subject."
"Kenny patiently outlines every moviemaking piece and shows how it fits in the bloody, brilliant Scarface puzzle."
"This comprehensive, energetically written book covers the film's casting, writing, filming, cultural impact, legacy, and controversies."
"and Kenny provides a discerning inquiry into Scarface's legacy, crediting the film's fatalism and extravagance with making it a touchstone in hip-hop music and offering a neutral survey of criticism that the movie glorifies violence."
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