Dog Day Afternoon

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Tense, wild, and true-to-life, Dog Day Afternoon captures Al Pacino's frenetic energy as he turns a botched bank heist into a media circus, exploring themes of desperation, love, and societal norms, all set against a sweltering New York backdrop.

Dog Day Afternoon Trivia

What is the name of the main character in 'Dog Day Afternoon'? (Easy)
#1: Sal
#2: Sonny
#3: Leon
#4: Sheldon
What year was 'Dog Day Afternoon' released? (Expert)
#1: 1972
#2: 1973
#3: 1974
#4: 1975
0/0 Correct

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Dog Day Afternoon Fun Facts

Al Pacino's character's famous line Attica! Attica! was improvised on the spot.
The real bank robbery that inspired Dog Day Afternoon was committed by John Wojtowicz, who watched the movie and thought Al Pacino did a remarkable job portraying him.

Dog Day Afternoon Polls

Favorite Character in Dog Day Afternoon
Sonny Wortzik
Sal Naturile
Leon Shermer
Detective Moretti
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Best Scene in Dog Day Afternoon
The Bank Robbery
The Phone Call with Leon
The Media Frenzy
The Closing Scene
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Popular Characters

Sonny
Léon
Sheila
Salvatore
Giordano
Mr.
Mason

Timeline Highlights ( To Fictional )

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birth
March 9, 1945

Sonny Wortzik's Birth

John Wojtowicz, the real-life person who inspired the character 'Sonny Wortzik', was born.

crime
August 22, 1972

Bank Robbery Incident

John Wojtowicz attempted to rob a Chase Manhattan Bank branch in Brooklyn, New York, to pay for his partner's gender confirmation surgery. This incident inspired the movie Dog Day Afternoon.

film_release
September 21, 1975

Release of Dog Day Afternoon

The movie Dog Day Afternoon, based on the 1972 bank robbery, was released to the public.

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