gangster
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Gangster flicks are perhaps among the most misunderstood movies out there.
From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026
He commuted the federal life sentence of Gangster Disciples founder Larry Hoover.
From Salon • May 28, 2025
Backstory: Before he made movies, Hawkes sang and played guitar in an 1980s punk band called Meat Joy, followed by Gangster Folk and King Straggler.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 13, 2024
The person went by the handle OG, slang for Original Gangster, or an old school traditionalist.
From Reuters • Apr. 13, 2023
Because Frank hailed from Chicago, the men called him Gangster.
From "Unbroken" by Laura Hillenbrand
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