Scarface

Scarface is a term often associated with two notable entities in popular culture: a 1932 American film and a 1983 American film, both of which share the same title. The term "Scarface" has also been used as a nickname, most notably by American rapper Brad Terrence Jordan, who is better known by his stage name, Scarface.

Scarface (1932 film)

Scarface, also known as Scarface: The Shame of the Nation and Scarface: The Shame of a Nation, is a 1932 American pre-Code gangster film directed by Howard Hawks and produced by Hawks and Howard Hughes. The screenplay, by Ben Hecht, is based loosely on the 1929 novel by Armitage Trail which was inspired by Al Capone. The film stars Paul Muni as Antonio "Tony" Camonte, a gangster who ascends the ranks of the Chicago underworld. The film is often recognized as one of the most influential gangster films and has been referenced in numerous other media.

Scarface (1983 film)

Scarface is a 1983 American crime drama film directed by Brian De Palma and written by Oliver Stone. A remake of the 1932 film of the same name, the film tells the story of Cuban refugee Tony Montana (Al Pacino) who arrives in 1980s Miami with nothing and rises to become a powerful drug lord. The film is known for its graphic violence and strong language, and has since become a cult classic among film fans.

Scarface (rapper)

Scarface is the stage name of Brad Terrence Jordan (born November 9, 1970), an American rapper and music producer. He hails from Houston, Texas and is a former member of the Geto Boys, a hip-hop group that was active from 1986 to 2019. Scarface is known for his deep, storytelling style of rap and his lyrics often deal with themes of poverty, violence, and political issues.