# Miller's Crossing (1990)

> A coolly stylized prohibition-era noir follows a mob adviser navigating rival gangsters, forbidden desire, and treacherous loyalties.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/305

## Facts

- Runtime: 115 min
- Genres: Drama, Thriller, Crime
- Director: Joel Coen
- Cast: Gabriel Byrne, Marcia Gay Harden, John Turturro, Jon Polito, J.E. Freeman, Albert Finney, Mike Starr, Al Mancini
- TMDB rating: 7.4/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0100150/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: brutal
- Mood: brooding, sardonic, fatalistic, late night viewing, crime film marathon

## Synopsis

In a world of crime and betrayal, a man's loyalties are put to the ultimate test.

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