Prologue. Whiskey and coke -- De Palma's complaint -- The first Scarface -- The legend of Marty Bregman -- Tony -- Oliver Stone in Miami and Paris and Hollywood -- De Palma's version -- Elvira -- Manny -- Unwelcome in Miami, stressed at Universal -- A thousand cuts -- How to get an R rating in the Reagan administration -- A night at the opera : watching Scarface -- Shock and horror : the reaction -- "ME!" : hip-hop makes Tony Montana an icon -- Spiritual sequels : The untouchables and Carlito's way -- Say good night to the bad guy

"An unflinching confrontation of humanity's dark side, Brian De Palma's crime drama film Scarface gave rise to a cultural revolution upon its release in 1983. Its impact was unprecedented, making globe-spanning waves as a defining portrait of the gritty Miami street life. From Al Pacino's masterful characterization of Tony Montana to the iconic Say hello to my little friend, Scarface maintains its reputation as an unwavering game changer in cult classic cinema. With brand-new interviews and untold stories of the film's production, longtime film critic Glenn Kenny takes us on an unparalleled journey through the making of American depictions of crime. The World Is Yours highlights the influential characters and themes within Scarface, reflecting on how its storied legacy played such a major role in American culture." --