description Live by Night Overview
Live by Night is a 2016 crime drama set during the Prohibition era. The film chronicles the ascent of a Florida bootlegger through organized crime networks. Ben Affleck stars in this period piece alongside Elle Fanning and Brendan Gleeson. It’s notable for its depiction of criminal activity within the United States and appeals to viewers interested in gangster films, thrillers, and stories exploring themes of transformation and illicit enterprise.
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info Live by Night Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 2016 |
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What is Live by Night about?
Live by Night is a 2016 crime drama about Joe Coughlin, a World War I veteran who rises through bootlegging networks during Prohibition. The story moves from Boston into Florida's criminal underworld as Joe tries to build his own operation.
Who directed and stars in Live by Night?
Ben Affleck wrote, directed, produced, and stars as Joe Coughlin. Elle Fanning, Brendan Gleeson, Chris Cooper, Sienna Miller, and Zoe Saldana are also part of the cast.
Is Live by Night based on a novel?
Yes. The film adapts Dennis Lehane's 2012 novel Live by Night, which follows Joe Coughlin through organized crime and the changing alcohol trade.
Does Live by Night focus only on bootlegging?
Bootlegging drives the first part of Joe's rise, but the plot changes as Prohibition ends and organized crime pushes him toward narcotics. His plans to build a casino near Sarasota create a conflict between his ambitions and the people controlling him.
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