In the world of classic Hollywood, Nemico pubblico refers to the 1931 crime film The Public Enemy [19]. James Cagney as Tom Powers.
Will Smith stars as a lawyer who becomes a target of a rogue NSA official (played by Jon Voight) after unknowingly receiving evidence of a political assassination [29].
While not a direct translation of a title, the influential American hip-hop group is frequently referred to as "Nemico Pubblico" in Italian music journalism [31].
It is one of the most influential "pre-code" gangster movies, famous for the iconic scene where Cagney's character smashes a grapefruit into his girlfriend’s face.
Led by Chuck D and Flavor Flav, the group is known for its politically charged lyrics and advocacy for civil rights [31].
It cemented Cagney's status as a top star and helped define the gritty, realistic style of the 1930s crime genre [19]. 2. Modern Thriller: Enemy of the State (1998)