Men of Respect Synopsis & Summary
Synopsis
Shakespeare's Macbeth is transplanted to a '90s New York gangland in this 1991 film. A hit man (John Turturro) is convinced to murder his boss (Rod Steiger) after his future as the head of the organization is ensured by three fortune-tellers. With the help of his domineering wife (Kathie Borowitz), the hit man murders his way to the top, but then faces the consequences. - John Bush, All Movie Guide
Movie Info
Starring:
Theatrical Release Date:
01/18/1991
DVD Release Date:
10/14/2003
Run Time:
113 min.
Production Co.:
Central City Film Company, Columbia Pictures
Director(s):
Genre(s):
Themes:
Ladder to the Top, Hired Killers, Dishonor Among Thieves
Tone:
Gritty, Stylized, Tense
Keywords:
fortuneteller, hitman, mob-boss, murder, organized-crime, wife
Country of Origin:
USA (01-18-1991)
Language:
English
Status:
DVD
