Public Enemies

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Public Enemies is a slick, high-stakes dance between Johnny Depp's charismatic John Dillinger and Christian Bale's relentless Melvin Purvis, set against a backdrop of 1930s Chicago. Stylish heists, intense manhunts, and a tragic love story keep the pulse racing.

Public Enemies Trivia

Who directed the film "Public Enemies"? (Easy)
#1: Steven Spielberg
#2: Michael Mann
#3: Quentin Tarantino
#4: Martin Scorsese
Who played the role of John Dillinger in the 2009 film "Public Enemies"? (Genius)
#1: Leonardo DiCaprio
#2: Johnny Depp
#3: Brad Pitt
#4: Tom Cruise
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Public Enemies Fun Facts

The 1930s firearms used in Public Enemies were authentic and not replicas.
Johnny Depp improvised several scenes in Public Enemies, including the moment where his character interacts with a little boy while escaping from a bank.

Public Enemies Polls

Who is your favorite character in Public Enemies
John Dillinger
Melvin Purvis
Billie Frechette
Alvin Karpis
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Which actor gave the best performance in Public Enemies
Johnny Depp
Christian Bale
Marion Cotillard
Billy Crudup
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Popular Characters

John Dillinger
Melvin Purvis
Billie Frechette
Baby Face Nelson
J. Edgar Hoover
Alvin Karpis
Frank Nitti
Anna Sage

Timeline Highlights ( To Fictional )

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birth
June 22, 1903

Birth of John Dillinger

John Dillinger, the infamous American bank robber and gangster featured in 'Public Enemies', was born.

historical_context
October 29, 1929

Start of the Great Depression

The Great Depression began, significantly impacting American society and contributing to the rise of notorious criminals like John Dillinger.

crime
October 3, 1933

John Dillinger's First Bank Robbery

John Dillinger committed his first bank robbery, marking the beginning of his criminal career.

death
July 22, 1934

Death of John Dillinger

John Dillinger was shot and killed outside the Biograph Theater in Chicago by FBI agents.

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