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Costner's Rookie Deal
- The Untouchables resembles a football team's success with a rookie quarterback.
- Having Kevin Costner on a rookie deal allowed the film to afford other stars like De Niro and Connery.
Capone's Relevance
- In 1987, Al Capone's story still resonated with audiences familiar with the TV show.
- The film combined this familiarity with De Palma's direction and De Niro's star power.
De Niro's Resurgence
- De Niro's career saw a resurgence with The Untouchables after a period of less successful films.
- While his role was limited, it marked a turning point, leading to Midnight Run and Cape Fear.