Joe Gallo
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Joseph Gallo (April 7, 1929 – April 7, 1972), also known as "Crazy Joe", was an Italian-American mobster and Caporegime of the Colombo crime family of New York City. In his youth, Gallo was diagnosed with schizophrenia after an arrest. He soon became an enforcer in the Profaci crime family, later forming his own crew which included his brothers Larry and Albert. In 1957, Joe Profaci allegedly asked Gallo and his crew to murder Albert Anastasia, the boss of the Gambino crime family; Anastasia was murdered on October 25 at a barber shop in midtown Manhattan. In 1961, the Gallo brothers kidnapped four of Profaci's top men: underboss Joseph Magliocco, Frank Profaci (Joe Profaci's brother), caporegime Salvatore Musacchia and soldato John Scimone, demanding a more favorable financial scheme for the hostages' release. After a few weeks of negotiation, Profaci and his consigliere, Charles "the Sidge" LoCicero, made a deal with the Gallos and secured the peaceful release of the hostages. This incited the First Colombo War.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Joe Gallo reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 2 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Joe Gallo's filmography leans towards the Comedy genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 50% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Joe Gallo remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Analyze This, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Joe Gallo Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Joe Gallo's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Joe Gallo.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Did the Mob Kill JFK? | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Analyze This | Joe Gallo (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
Joe Gallo - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Joe Gallo?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joe Gallo is "Analyze This" with a rating of 6.5/10.
How many movies has Joe Gallo acted in?
Joe Gallo has been featured in at least 2 major films throughout their career.