The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976)
Storyline
Cosmo Vittelli, the proprietor of a sleazy, low-rent Hollywood cabaret, has a real affection for the women who strip in his peepshows and the staff who keep up his dingy establishment. He also has a major gambling problem that has gotten him in trouble before. When Cosmo loses big-time at an underground casino run by mobster Mort, he isn't able to pay up. Mort then offers Cosmo the chance to pay back his debt by knocking off a pesky, Mafia-protected bookie.
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Movie Details
| Original title | The Killing of a Chinese Bookie |
|---|---|
| Release date | Feb 15, 1976 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | los angeles, california, gambling debt, strip club, neo-noir, mobster, mob hit, debt collector, strip tease, coercion, gunshot wound, striptease, strip show |
FAQ
What is The Killing of a Chinese Bookie about?
Cosmo Vittelli, the proprietor of a sleazy, low-rent Hollywood cabaret, has a real affection for the women who strip in his peepshows and the staff who keep up his dingy establishment. He also has a major gambling problem that has gotten him in trouble before. When Cosmo loses big-time at an underground casino run by mobster Mort, he isn't able to pay up. Mort then offers Cosmo the chance to pay back his debt by knocking off a pesky, Mafia-protected bookie.
When was The Killing of a Chinese Bookie released?
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie was released on Feb 15, 1976 (status: Released).
Who directed The Killing of a Chinese Bookie?
John Cassavetes directed The Killing of a Chinese Bookie.
What is the TMDB rating of The Killing of a Chinese Bookie?
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie has a TMDB rating of 7.0/10 from 305 votes.