Is the movie Scarface based on Al Capone?

1. Tony Montana (Al Pacino) was based on real-life mobster Al Capone. Scarface is loosely based on a 1932 film of the same name, in which the main character, Tony Camonte, is inspired by infamous Mafioso Al Capone, one of the most notorious crime lords in mob history.

Why was Scarface dedicated to Howard Hawks?

The producer of the 1983 version, Martin Bregman, saw the original on late night TV and thought the idea could be modernized and still pay respect to the original film. De Palma’s flick is dedicated to the original film’s director, Howard Hawks, and screenwriter, Ben Hecht.

Why is Scarface called Scarface?

According to Oliver Stone, Tony’s last name was inspired by former NFL quarterback Joe Montana, Stone’s favorite player. A prequel novel, Scarface: The Beginning, written by L. A. Banks, was published in 2006. Montana also has a large scar on the side of his face, which explains why he is known as Scarface.

Who owns the rights to Scarface?

Scarface (1983 film)

Scarface
Music by	Giorgio Moroder
Distributed by	Universal Pictures
Release dates	December 1, 1983 (New York City) December 9, 1983 (United States)
Running time	170 minutes

Why was Scarface banned?

“Scarface” (1932) In 1932, this Howard Hughes-produced gangster film was banned in five states and five cities for glorifying crime and violence. If only industry members of 1930s Hollywood could see the violence in movies now, this “Scarface” would be a romantic comedy in comparison.

Did Al Pacino get an Oscar for Scarface?

Al Pacino got a fake Oscar after not getting nominated for ‘Scarface’

Do Tony and Elvira get together?

Tony marries Elvira in an expensive wedding, but soon afterwards their married life breaks down, with Tony complaining that all she does is inhale cocaine and quaaludes, and Elvira saying all Tony does is focus on business, remarking that even Frank knew when to give money issues a rest.

Why didn’t Al Pacino want Michelle Pfeiffer?

Al Pacino didn’t want Michelle Pfeiffer in ‘Scarface’ “Well, he was probably more intense back then, or I think maybe it was the nature of the project and he didn’t particularly want me for the part,” Pfeiffer said.