Alan Parker’s 1976 “Bugsy Malone” remains unique and highly delightful. The film distinguishes itself by having an all-children cast who play adult gangster musical roles in the 1920s. There are “splurge guns” in it that shoot cream, something to tangle with and thus give it a playful take on the gangster genre.
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The genesis of the film lay in the stories that Parker had told his kids when driving them to school, which had transformed into a one-page blueprint of a screenplay involving a marriage of musical and mob picture genres. Despite several odds, even in terms of casting child actors, Parker’s vision birthed a cinematic beast that was both daring and whimsical.
The memorable Paul Williams score of “Bad Guys” and “Fat Sam’s Grand Slam,” among others, is another attribute that has made this film a longtime favorite. From its humor and sincerity, to a groundbreaking concept, it has been a classic beloved by all ages.
Although this 1976 film was not an initial success in the U.S., “Bugsy Malone” has since acquired a cult following and is hailed for its timeless value and ingenuity. It is an initiation into the gangster genre for a young audience, offering a fanciful confluence of ambition and naughtiness.
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