SCARFACE from UNIVERSAL pictures (1983). This is a remake of the Black & White original (1932) that starred Paul Muni. Al Pacino was interested in developing it with producer Martin Bergman. Sidney Lumet was tapped to direct but was replaced by Brian DePalma. Oliver Stone was brought in to write it.
The gangster movie opened in December of 1983 to mixed reviews. It went on to make $45 million at the domestic box office. Plus, $20 million in Foreign territories. The production budget climbed to $23 million. Rumors made the budget climb to $37 million. (Movie ticket price $3.15 in 1983).
The Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) gave the film an "X-Rating." Brian DePalma claimed that he cut the film several times for an R-Rating. The MPAA said there was too much violence, sex and foul language. DePalma released it anyway. (If you watch it in 2024. It is pretty tame).
The movie was released on VHS home video one year later (1984). It became a smash hit with rentals and a cult classic began. It has influenced Hip Hip/Rap music since its' release. It is considered one of the best gangster films ever made. Plus, one of Al Pacino's greatest characters.
There have been movie sequels started by several writers and directors. No productions will begin in the near future.
Below is the Blu-Ray Movie Trailer.
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