Reel Legends

The Untouchables — Intimidation, Escalation, and Upholding the Law


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Should we ask for help when we fail at something? Is okay to break the law if it means bringing a criminal to justice? Should Americans start dressing like Americans did in the 20's? We break down the story, characters and morality of this iconic film and give our takes on whether it's a Legend or a Letdown — all with laughs, curiosity, and a love for movies!


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Kevin Costner, Sean Connery, Robert De Niro, Andy Garcia


Elliot Ness, an ambitious prohibition agent, is determined to take down Al Capone. In order to achieve this goal, he forms a group given the nickname “The Untouchables”.


Release date: June 3, 1987 (USA)

Director: Brian De Palma

Story by: Eliot Ness, Oscar Fraley

Awards: Academy Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role 

Running time: 1h 59m

Screenplay: Brian De Palma, David Mamet, Oscar Fraley

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Reel LegendsBy Bo Coy