The Maltese Falcon

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Simon S @Revol Aug 3 Since I’m exploring movie classics, I couldn’t pass up this movie. There are titles like this that you could never ever watch in your life, but you’ve surely heard of. Without a doubt, this movie is one of the genre-defining motion pictures. I can’t point it all out, probably because of my ignorance, but I can feel the way that the camera work, acting, and plot construction influenced the genre. There are, of course, thorns on any rose. I fully understand that this is a very old movie, and there are old movies that left me in complete awe. 1. Some character interactions feel almost comical—at the very least, rushed. 2. The main antagonist explaining himself to Spade for what feels like half an hour, as if he was Sherlock explaining his shenanigans to Watson, gets tedious. These two takes can be chalked up to the fact that the movie is rather short (should’ve been, like, 20 minutes longer IMO) and is faithful to the original, which I’ll gladly read someday. See more Bill T @btreakle Jul 31 “The Maltese Falcon “ This is an older movie from 1941 starring Humphrey Bogart and ward bond. I believe I’ve watched this movie before but I’ve never had a put a rating on it. Considering the time that this film was made it was very well done well written directed and produced. A story of greed impassion over a mounties Falcon figurine. And the story of those who try to steal it or obtain it illegally. this film was in black and white as most movies were back in 1941. But if you’re true Humphrey Bogart had then you would definitely want to see this one. See more Joe G @RT32916965 Jul 25 Gosh the movie industry was great then. Wonderful character development, plot, movie settings, black and white movie, 🎥, Just superb movie making. Wish they made them like this today. See more Howie B @Howie10 Jun 2 Seeing this again on the big screen with a capacity audience (as part of a double feature with ‘Casablanca’) was something very special. This crime and intrigue filled drama had everything from great story to wonderful performances. The complicated plot thankfully was explained as the story unfolded for those viewing this for the first time. For the rest of us who have seen it countless times it just reinforced and confirmed our memories. Bogart was brilliant as was Peter Lorre. Great night out at the cinema! See more Chris B @Papa13070 Apr 20 Following the murder of his partner, a San Francisco private detective investigates and gets involved with a mysterious woman and three unscrupulous adventurers, all of whom are competing to obtain a valuable fabled falcon statuette. Academy Award nominated film that defined Humphrey Bogart, who plays the private detective Sam Spade. The supporting cast led by Mary Astor, Sidney Greenstreet, Peter Lorre and Elisha Cook Jr. are in fine form and play well off each other. With John Huston in his directorial debut and the crisp dialogue, this is one of the greats. Do not miss it. See more Per S @RT83737705 Jan 15 A quite overrated old style film noir that would work better on stage or in radio. It's basically carried by Bogie, while counter leading actress Mary Astor doesn't impress. John Huston's directorial debut and maybe a classic, but a child of its time. See more Read all reviews

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