Atlantic City 1980
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What is Atlantic City?
Atlantic City is a film first released in 1980. Catalogued under Crime, Drama, Romance.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1980
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 104 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 3, 1980
- Studios
- Canadian Film Development Corporation, Selta Films, International Cinema Corporation (ICC)
- Genres
- Crime, Drama, Romance
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Overview
Atlantic City is a film first released in 1980. Catalogued under Crime, Drama, Romance. Produced and broadcast by Canadian Film Development Corporation, Selta Films, International Cinema Corporation (ICC). Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A small-time gangster and a dealer’s estranged wife collide in a dangerous romance.”
- Atmospheric 1980s setting
- Strong chemistry between the leads
- Taut blend of crime and romance
- Pacing may feel slow for some viewers
- Violent and drug‑related content
Watch it if you enjoy moody crime dramas with complex romantic tension.
The film includes adult themes, violence, and drug use, so it is intended for mature audiences.
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What genre does Atlantic City belong to?
It is classified as a crime, drama, and romance film.
When was Atlantic City released in the United States?
It opened in the US on April 3, 1981.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is 1 hour and 44 minutes.
What is the basic premise of the story?
It follows a small-time gangster and the estranged wife of a pot dealer in a corrupt city, dealing with love, money, drugs, and danger.
Does the film contain mature content?
Yes, it features adult themes, violence, and drug‑related material.
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