
Sweet Smell of Success
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In this gripping 1957 film, the story unfolds in the high-stakes world of New York City’s press and entertainment industry. The plot centers around a powerful and unscrupulous newspaper columnist, played by Burt Lancaster, who manipulates a desperate press agent, portrayed by Tony Curtis, to achieve his own ends. Directed by Alexander Mackendrick, the film is renowned for its sharp dialogue and intense performances. Although it did not win any major awards, it remains a classic for its portrayal of moral ambiguity and the dark side of ambition. For those interested, the movie can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.
Duration:1h 36min
Views:570
Release:1957
Release Date:1957-07-04
Genre:Best Film-Noir, Crime, Drama, Film-Noir, Romance
Director:Alexander Mackendrick
Actors:Barbara Nichols, Burt Lancaster, Edith Atwater, Emile Meyer, Jeff Donnell, Joe Frisco, Martin Milner, Sam Levene, Susan Harrison, Tony Curtis
Country:United States of America
Awards:Nominated for 1 BAFTA Award, 3 wins & 3 nominations total
Budget:$3,400,000
Worldwide Gross:$8,025
TMDB:7.6
Rotten Tomatoes:98%
FilmAffinity:7.6
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