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What is the relationship between Bull Weed and Feathers in Underworld?
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In the 1927 film Underworld, the relationship between the characters is defined by their roles within the criminal underworld. "Bull" Weed, played by George Bancroft, is a remorseless mobster, while Feathers, played by Evelyn Brent, is his moll. Their connection is further complicated by the presence of Bull Weed’s lieutenant, Rolls Royce, who is also in love with Feathers.1