The Untouchables

Main Plot

The Untouchables follows the story of Eliot Ness, a federal agent determined to bring down the notorious gangster Al Capone during the Prohibition era in Chicago. Faced with rampant corruption and violence, Ness assembles a small team of trusted law enforcement officers, known as the Untouchables, who are committed to upholding the law. As they navigate the treacherous criminal underworld, the team encounters numerous challenges, including betrayals and violent confrontations with Capone's henchmen. Despite the odds stacked against them, Ness and his team employ unconventional tactics to gather evidence and build a case against Capone. The film explores themes of justice, morality, and the struggle between law enforcement and organized crime, showcasing the lengths to which Ness and his allies will go to restore order and bring a powerful criminal to justice.

Characters

• Kevin Costner plays Eliot Ness, a federal agent determined to bring down Al Capone's criminal empire during Prohibition.
• Sean Connery played Jim Malone, a tough, streetwise Irish-American cop who mentors Eliot Ness and helps take down Al Capone's criminal empire.
• Robert De Niro plays Al Capone, the notorious gangster whose criminal empire is targeted by federal agents led by Eliot Ness.

Ending Explained

In the ending of The Untouchables, the tension culminates in a dramatic showdown between the law enforcement team, led by Eliot Ness, and the notorious gangster Al Capone. After a series of strategic maneuvers and confrontations, Ness and his team manage to gather enough evidence to bring Capone to justice. The climax occurs in a courtroom where Ness, having faced numerous obstacles and losses, finally presents the key evidence against Capone, which is the financial records that expose his illegal activities. The resolution of the main conflict comes when Capone is convicted on charges of tax evasion, highlighting the theme that justice can prevail against corruption and violence. This outcome not only signifies a personal victory for Ness and his team but also serves as a broader commentary on the struggle between law and organized crime during Prohibition. The film closes with a sense of bittersweet triumph, as the cost of their battle against Capone has been high, with personal sacrifices made along the way. Ultimately, the ending reinforces the idea that while the fight against crime is arduous, integrity and determination can lead to accountability and change.