Miller's Crossing, a neo-noir gangster film directed by the Coen brothers, was released.
Principal photography for Miller's Crossing took place, capturing the film's 1920s Prohibition-era setting.
Joel and Ethan Coen started writing the screenplay for Miller's Crossing, developing the story and characters.
Tom Reagan establishes himself as trusted advisor and enforcer for mob boss Leo.
Tensions rise between Leo and rival gangster Johnny Caspar, threatening their uneasy truce.
Gabby kills Bernie Bernbaum to protect his interests and signal a power play.
Tom attempts to negotiate peace between Leo and Johnny Caspar to avoid gang war.
Tom, with Fidel, manipulates both sides to advance their own agenda.
Johnny Caspar orders an attempt on Tom Reagan's life, but Tom survives.
Leo questions Tom about his shifting allegiances and business with Caspar.
Tom sets up Caspar to be eliminated to end the gang conflict.
Johnny Caspar is killed as part of Tom's plan, ending the gang war threat.
With Caspar out of the way, Leo consolidates power, secured by Tom's loyalty.
