"Public Enemies" (2009)
"Public Enemies" tells the story of legendary Depression-era outlaw John Dillinger (Johnny Depp) -- the charismatic bank robber whose lightning raids made him the number one target of J. Edgar Hoover’s fledgling FBI and its top agent, Melvin Purvis (Christian Bale), and a folk hero to much of the downtrodden public.
Johnny Depp Tackles Dillinger in "Public Enemies"
Johnny Depp on "Public Enemies," playing John Dillinger, why Dillinger was admired by his contemporaries, and working on a film set in the 1930s.
Johnny Depp on "Public Enemies," playing John Dillinger, why Dillinger was admired by his contemporaries, and working on a film set in the 1930s.
Christian Bale Discusses "Public Enemies"
Johnny Depp stars as gangster John Dillinger and Christian Bale is FBI Agent Melvin Purvis, one of the men responsible for bringing Dillinger to justice, in Universal Pictures' "Public Enemies," a crime drama based on Bryan Burrough's book.
Johnny Depp stars as gangster John Dillinger and Christian Bale is FBI Agent Melvin Purvis, one of the men responsible for bringing Dillinger to justice, in Universal Pictures' "Public Enemies," a crime drama based on Bryan Burrough's book.
"Public Enemies'' Movie Review
"Public Enemies" is violent and graceful, and filled with dazzling performances from a cast hitting on all cylinders led by a man who pays attention to the most minute detail.
"Public Enemies" is violent and graceful, and filled with dazzling performances from a cast hitting on all cylinders led by a man who pays attention to the most minute detail.
"Public Enemies" Photo Gallery
Gallery of photos from the movie "Public Enemies" starring Johnny Depp and Christian Bale.
Gallery of photos from the movie "Public Enemies" starring Johnny Depp and Christian Bale.
"Public Enemies" Trailer
Trailer and video clips from "Public Enemies" starring Christian Bale as Melvin Purvis and Johnny Depp as John Dillinger.
Trailer and video clips from "Public Enemies" starring Christian Bale as Melvin Purvis and Johnny Depp as John Dillinger.
Michael Mann Brings the 1930s Alive Again in "Public Enemies"
Michael Mann was fascinated with the 1930s and had even written a screenplay about gangster Alvin Karpis before taking on the task of writing and directing "Public Enemies," the true story of the FBI's pursuit of John Dillinger. Although Karpis is featured in "Public Enemies," the film is really all about the charismatic Dillinger (played by Johnny Depp).
Michael Mann was fascinated with the 1930s and had even written a screenplay about gangster Alvin Karpis before taking on the task of writing and directing "Public Enemies," the true story of the FBI's pursuit of John Dillinger. Although Karpis is featured in "Public Enemies," the film is really all about the charismatic Dillinger (played by Johnny Depp).
On the Red Carpet - Johnny Depp and Jason Clarke
Johnny Depp stars as John Dillinger and Jason Clarke plays Dillinger's right-hand man in the crime drama "Public Enemies" based on the true story of the FBI's pursuit of one of America's most wanted criminals in the 1930s.
Johnny Depp stars as John Dillinger and Jason Clarke plays Dillinger's right-hand man in the crime drama "Public Enemies" based on the true story of the FBI's pursuit of one of America's most wanted criminals in the 1930s.
On the Red Carpet - Christian Bale and Don Frye
Christian Bale stars as FBI Agent Melvin Purvis in "Public Enemies" directed by Michael Mann. As Purvis, Bale pursues one of the America's most wanted gangsters of the 1930s - John Dillinger (Johnny Depp) - in this thriller based on true events.
Christian Bale stars as FBI Agent Melvin Purvis in "Public Enemies" directed by Michael Mann. As Purvis, Bale pursues one of the America's most wanted gangsters of the 1930s - John Dillinger (Johnny Depp) - in this thriller based on true events.
On the Red Carpet - Rory Cochrane and John Michael Bolger
The Los Angeles Film Festival hosted the premiere of Universal Pictures' "Public Enemies," a crime drama based on the pursuit of gangster John Dillinger. On the red carpet, Rory Cochrane and John Michael Bolger talked about working on this thriller.
The Los Angeles Film Festival hosted the premiere of Universal Pictures' "Public Enemies," a crime drama based on the pursuit of gangster John Dillinger. On the red carpet, Rory Cochrane and John Michael Bolger talked about working on this thriller.
On the Red Carpet - Shawn Hatosy
Shawn Hatosy doesn't have to worry about being typecast quite yet, but he is playing a member of the law enforcement community in back-to-back projects: 'Public Enemies' and 'Southland.'
Shawn Hatosy doesn't have to worry about being typecast quite yet, but he is playing a member of the law enforcement community in back-to-back projects: 'Public Enemies' and 'Southland.'
On the Red Carpet - Bryan Burrough and Ann Biderman
"Public Enemies" author Bryan Burrough and screenwriter Ann Biderman teamed up on the red carpet at the film's LA premiere to talk about bringing Burrough's book to life on the big screen.
"Public Enemies" author Bryan Burrough and screenwriter Ann Biderman teamed up on the red carpet at the film's LA premiere to talk about bringing Burrough's book to life on the big screen.
"Public Enemies" Premiere Photos
Gallery of photos from the Los Angeles Film Festival premiere of the Universal Pictures movie "Public Enemies" featuring Johnny Depp, Christian Bale, Marion Cotillard, Stephen Dorff, Jason Clarke, Leelee Sobieski, Rory Cochrane, Don Frye, Shawn Hatosy, Branka Katic, Amber Heard, and Rosario Dawson.
Gallery of photos from the Los Angeles Film Festival premiere of the Universal Pictures movie "Public Enemies" featuring Johnny Depp, Christian Bale, Marion Cotillard, Stephen Dorff, Jason Clarke, Leelee Sobieski, Rory Cochrane, Don Frye, Shawn Hatosy, Branka Katic, Amber Heard, and Rosario Dawson.
Christian Bale Talks About "Public Enemies"
(May 2009) Christian Bale on "Public Enemies," director Michael Mann, his co-star Johnny Depp, and Chicago in the 1930s and 1940s.
(May 2009) Christian Bale on "Public Enemies," director Michael Mann, his co-star Johnny Depp, and Chicago in the 1930s and 1940s.
"Public Enemies" Movie Credits
Cast and crew list for "Public Enemies," MPAA rating, and release date info.
Cast and crew list for "Public Enemies," MPAA rating, and release date info.
"Public Enemies" Cast Expands
(Jan 2008) Christian Bale apparently doesn't want to take any time off between movies. Bale's got a starring role in the next "Terminator" movie - "Terminator Salvation" - lined up and Bale has said yes to joining the cast of "Public Enemies" for director Michael Mann.
(Jan 2008) Christian Bale apparently doesn't want to take any time off between movies. Bale's got a starring role in the next "Terminator" movie - "Terminator Salvation" - lined up and Bale has said yes to joining the cast of "Public Enemies" for director Michael Mann.
"Public Enemies" Poster
Johnny Depp is featured on the poster for Universal Pictures' "Public Enemies."
Johnny Depp is featured on the poster for Universal Pictures' "Public Enemies."
Official "Public Enemies" Website
Universal Pictures' official site for "Public Enemies." Release Date: July 1, 2009
Universal Pictures' official site for "Public Enemies." Release Date: July 1, 2009