Bootleggers: The 1969 Chronicle of Crime
An immersive dive into the Italian-Spanish crime-action film, exploring its production, cast, and legacy.
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Film Overview
Production Details
Bootleggers, originally titled Cinque figli di cane in Italian and América rugiente in Spanish, is a 1969 crime-action film co-written and directed by Alfio Caltabiano. It is a collaborative production between Italy and Spain.
The film was shot across diverse locations, including Spain and the picturesque coastal town of Amalfi, Italy, contributing to its visual landscape.
Starring Roles
The film features notable performances from:
- George Eastman as McGowan, also known as "The Irish".
- Wayde Preston as Grimm Doyle.
These lead actors anchor the narrative within the crime genre.
Creative Team
The film's score was composed by the renowned Riz Ortolani, known for his distinctive contributions to Italian cinema.
Key creative personnel include:
| Directed by | Alfio Caltabiano |
|---|---|
| Written by | Ferdinando Baldi, Alfio Caltabiano, José Gutiérrez Maesso, Leonardo Martín |
| Produced by | José Gutiérrez Maesso |
| Cinematography | Francisco Fraile |
| Music by | Riz Ortolani |
| Distributed by | Cineriz |
| Release Year | 1969 |
| Language | Italian |
Plot Summary
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Cast
Main Cast
- George Eastman as McGowan aka "The Irish"
- Wayde Preston as Grimm Doyle
- Graziella Granata as Letizia
- Tano Cimarosa as Moncio
- Archie Savage as Jeremiah
- José Suárez as "The Engineer"
- Eduardo Fajardo as Sir Louis Baymond
- Nello Pazzafini as Gangster at Brothel
- Antonella Murgia as Mary
- Gianni Solaro as Inspector
- Sandro Dori as Mary's husband
- Tito García as Prison warden Charlie
- Goyo Lebrero as The Barber
- Gia Sandri as Brothel Madam
- Luciano Pigozzi (as Alan Collins) as The Boss
- Paul Müller (as Paul Muller) as Pythagoras
- Alfio Caltabiano as Card Player
Crew
Key Contributors
The film was brought to life by a dedicated team of filmmakers:
| Directed by | Alfio Caltabiano |
|---|---|
| Written by | Ferdinando Baldi Alfio Caltabiano José Gutiérrez Maesso Leonardo Martín |
| Produced by | José Gutiérrez Maesso |
| Cinematography | Francisco Fraile |
| Music by | Riz Ortolani |
| Distributed by | Cineriz |
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