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Byron T I don’t know what to blame most for this piece of ersatz noir, the screenplay or the direction. First, the screenplay: The storyline pastes together elements that don’t belong in the same film, moments of suspense early and late can’t hide a schlocky midsection that is pure Pollyanna crap, and certain details defy credibility—e.g., what auto mechanic in their right mind—even a novice—would beat an engine with a hammer? Since the novice is a pretty young girl, the scene is obviously meant to be cute, but therein lies the problem with this movie: is it noir or so much kitsch? Second, the direction: By about 20 minutes in, I was already losing interest. While early on the story offers a certain noirish promise, the gears of getting the plot on the screen have already begun to slip. And, too, the actors could benefit from the direction of a competent filmmaker. I’ve read comments praising the performances, but to me they’re on a level with one of your better senior class plays. Rated 1.5/5 Stars •  Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 11/22/24 Full Review Dallas H This movie hits some of the usual bullet points for a film noir movie. However, it doesn't carry the same weight as the more well-known movies of the genre. I like this movie as a middle-of-the-road movie. It helped me pass the time on a rainy afternoon. Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 01/03/24 Full Review Jeff M Very good, lesser known noir. The tension eases a little too much in the second half but it's worth seeing. Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 07/10/23 Full Review Deke P 1949, good crime movie with a twist. Ana Mae WONG as a Chinese launderer, key part. She's on new U.S. QUARTERS now, as an early Chinese American since the silent films. Never heard o til on tv 2.23.23 Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 02/24/23 Full Review Audience Member Gripping story with surprises and twists supported by a good cast including Charles Coburn. Brian Donlevy was convincingly good in the main role. Excellent female support from Ella Raines and Helen Walker. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/25/23 Full Review Audience Member Elements are there for a fabulous film noir, but the casting of Donlevy is a failure and the direction by Lubin is unfortunate. Rated 2/5 Stars •  Rated 2 out of 5 stars 02/13/23 Full Review Read all reviews

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