Frank Capone than Al Capone. In fact, the third gunman was later positively identified as one David Hedlin; the police had wounded him, as well. At the end of the day, the Capone candidate Klenha had won. After Frank's death, the Chicago newspapers were full of articles either praising or condemning the CPD. A coroner's inquest later determined that Frank's killing was a justifiable shooting since Frank had been resisting arrest. On April 4, 1924, Frank Capone received an extravagant funeral, with $20,000 worth of flowers placed around the silver-plated casket and over 150 cars in the motorcade. Al purchased the flowers
The Gangster one that places the accent on the psychological. Though at times muddled, the script strives to maintain a deeper approach than such films as "The Public Enemy" or "Al Capone". In its day this film was considered something of an artistic triumph..." Film historian Blake Lucas, discussed the film noir aspects of the film, writing, ..."The Gangster" is arty and affected, as director Gordon Wiles has gravitated toward the creation of a theatrical rather than a visual impression. A film - and the most visually exciting of film noir bear this out - can show discernment and restraint when there