Road to Perdition is a 2002 American crime film directed by Sam Mendes. The screenplay was adapted by David Self, from the graphic novel of the same name by Max Allan Collins. The film stars Tom Hanks, Paul Newman, Jude Law, and Daniel Craig. The plot, taking place during the Great Depression, follows a mob enforcer and his son as they seek vengeance against a mobster who murdered the rest of their family. Filming took place in the Chicago area. Mendes, having recently finished 1999's acclaimed American Beauty, pursued a story that had minimal dialogue and conveyed emotion in the imagery.... Cinematographer Conrad L. Hall took advantage of the environment to create symbolism for the film, for which he won several awards, including the Academy Award for Best Cinematography. The film explores several themes, including the consequence of violence and father-son relationships. The film was released on July 12, 2002, and eventually grossed over $180 million worldwide. The cinematography, setting, and the lead performances by Newman and Hanks were well-received by critics. A home media release first debuted on February 25, 2003.
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| Release date: | July 12, 2002 |
| Directed by: | Sam Mendes |
| Rated: |  |
| Runtime: | 117 Minutes |
| Producer: | Sam Mendes, Dean Zanuck, Richard D. Zanuck |
| Editor: | Jill Bilcock |
| Music by: | Thomas Newman |
| Cinematography: | Conrad L. Hall |
| Screenplay by: | David Self |
| Estimated budget: | $80,000,000 |
| Adapted from: | Road to Perdition |
| Genre: | Thriller |