GANG WAR (1940) Ralph Cooper, Gladys Snyder & Reginald Fenderson | Crime, Black Cinema | B&W

Gang War is an American film released in 1940. It features an African American cast and was directed by Leo C. Popkin. It was produced by Million Dollar Productions. The film is about the rivalry between two gangs.

SYNOPSIS
"Gang War" (1940) revolves around the intense rivalry between two gangs fighting for control of the jukebox racket in the city. The film delves into the power struggles, betrayals, and violence that ensue as each mob vies for dominance. Set against the backdrop of the bustling urban nightlife, the story captures the ruthless tactics and fierce competition between the gangs, highlighting the dangerous world of organized crime during that era.

CAST & CREW
Ralph Cooper as Bob "Killer" Meade
Gladys Snyder as Mazie "Sugar" Walford
Reggie Fenderson as Danny
Lawrence Criner as Lew Baron
Monte Hawley as Bill

Directed by: Leo C. Popkin
Writing Credits: Walter Cooper (original story), Lewis Sherman (screenplay)
Produced by: Harry M. Popkin
Cinematography by: Marcel Le Picard
Editing by: Michael Luciano
Art Direction by: Paul Palmentola