Based on the true story of would-be Brooklyn bank robbers John Wojtowicz and Salvatore Naturile. Sonny and Sal attempt a bank heist which quickly turns sour and escalates into a hostage situation and stand-off with the police. As Sonny's motives for the robbery are slowly revealed and things become more complicated, the heist turns into a media circus.
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Al Pacino
Sonny Wortzik
John Cazale
Salvatore 'Sal' Naturile
Charles Durning
Det. Sgt. Eugene Moretti
Chris Sarandon
Leon Shermer
Won 1 Oscar
Nominated for 6 Oscars including Best Picture
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