Dog Day Afternoon
Where: |
New York |
When: |
The 1970s |
Anything can happen during the dog days of summer. On August 22nd, 1972, everything did. — Based on the true story of would-be Brooklyn bank robbers John Wojtowicz and Salvatore Naturale. Sonny and Sal attempt a bank heist which quickly turns sour and escalates into a hostage situation and stand-off with the police. As Sonny's motives for the robbery are slowly revealed and things become more complicated, the heist turns into a media circus.
Released in 1975 — 125 minutes
Genres: |
Crime Drama Thriller |
Language: |
English |