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Sweet Smell of Success

Beware these “Gentlemen” of the press!

★ 7.6 (536 votes) | 1957 | 1h 37m
Drama
Overview

New York City newspaper writer J.J. Hunsecker holds considerable sway over public opinion with his Broadway column, but one thing that he can't control is his younger sister, Susan, who is in a relationship with aspiring jazz guitarist Steve Dallas. Hunsecker strongly disapproves of the romance and recruits publicist Sidney Falco to find a way to split the couple, no matter how ruthless the method.

Details
  • Status Released
  • Release Date July 4, 1957
  • Budget $3,400,000
  • Revenue $2,500,000
  • Production Hecht-Hill-Lancaster Productions, United Artists, Norma Productions, Curtleigh Productions

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