In the turbulent Chicago of the 1920s, a young and shrewd mobster named Al Capone rapidly rises through the ranks of organized crime, becoming the face of the underworld empire. The film follows Capone as he lies, deceives, and uses violence to eliminate his rivals, all in an effort to consolidate his power over the city. As his illegal operations, from liquor production during Prohibition to the sex trade, expand in scale, so do the tensions with authorities and competitors.
Capone’s character, brilliantly portrayed, is depicted as a charismatic yet relentless man, struggling to navigate the turbulent waters of law and chaos. While trying to maintain his empire, he faces a determined prosecutor intent on putting an end to his misdeeds, as well as other mob bosses who view Capone as a threat. Amid the glamour of crime, we also uncover his more human side: his family relationships and the disintegration of his personal life.
The narrative unfolds with an air of suspense and action, taking the audience on a journey through the ups and downs of a man who, despite his notoriety, is a victim of the circumstances he has created. The film is a captivating portrayal of ambition, betrayal, and the inevitable downfall of one of the most infamous figures in crime history.