Married to the Mob

Name: Married to the Mob
Director: Jonathan Demme
Genre: Comedy, Crime, Romance
Released: 1988-01-01
Duration: 104 min
Rating: 6.0
Cast: Michelle Pfeiffer, Matthew Modine, Dean Stockwell, Mercedes Ruehl, Alec Baldwin

1988Dir. Jonathan Demme1h 44m

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Runtime1h 44m

Released1988

Budget$10M

Box office$21.5M

DirectorJonathan Demme

About This Movie

So, 'Married to the Mob' is this fascinating mix of comedy and crime with a sprinkle of romance. Angela, played by Michelle Pfeiffer, is really compelling as a woman trying to escape her husband's mobster life. The film has this quirky tone, a bit offbeat and definitely has its moments of absurdity. Jonathan Demme directs it with a light touch, balancing the humor and the darker crime elements. The pacing is interesting too—sometimes it zips along, other times it lingers on Angela's emotional journey. You can’t help but appreciate the performances, especially from Pfeiffer and Dean Stockwell as the charming but menacing Tony. The practical effects, especially in the comedic scenes, add a nice layer to the overall vibe.

Watch for Michelle Pfeiffer's captivating performance.The mix of humor and crime provides a unique viewing experience.Demme's direction gives it a distinctive lightness.