description Road to Perdition Overview
Road to Perdition is a 2002 crime drama set in 1931, depicting a mob enforcer and his son’s pursuit of retribution following a family massacre. Starring Tom Hanks and Paul Newman, the film examines themes of familial loyalty and the repercussions of violent acts within the criminal underworld. It was adapted from Max Allan Collins' graphic novel series.
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| Country | United States |
| Year | 2002 |
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Who directed Road to Perdition and when was it released?
Road to Perdition was directed by Sam Mendes, who had previously won the Academy Award for Best Director for American Beauty. The film was released in 2002 and features acclaimed cinematography by Conrad Hall, who won a posthumous Oscar for his work on the project.
Is Road to Perdition based on a true story or a book?
Road to Perdition is based on the graphic novel of the same name by Max Allan Collins and Richard Piers Rayner, not directly on true events. However, the story draws loose inspiration from real organized crime figures of 1930s America, particularly gangster John Looney.
Who stars in Road to Perdition alongside Tom Hanks?
The film stars Tom Hanks as mob enforcer Michael Sullivan, alongside Paul Newman in one of his final film roles as crime boss John Rooney. The cast also includes Jude Law as a chilling assassin-photographer and a young Tyler Hoechlin as Sullivan's son.
What does the title 'Road to Perdition' mean?
The title refers literally to the town of Perdition, which is the destination of Sullivan and his son's journey in the film. The word 'perdition' also means eternal damnation, reflecting the story's thematic exploration of sin, consequences, and a father's attempt to spare his son from a violent life.
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