Dog Day Afternoon
1975
Based on the true story of would-be Brooklyn bank robbers John Wojtowicz and Salvatore Naturile. 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.
Director:
Sidney Lumet
Writers:
Frank Pierson, P.F. Kluge, Thomas Moore
Awards:
Won 1 Oscar. 14 wins & 20 nominations total
Production:
Sidney Lumet
Country:
United States
